SOS Children’s Villages Community Development Workers Jobs in Kenya
SOS Children’s Villages Community Development Workers Jobs in Kenya
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an affiliate of SOS CV- International whose mission is to build families for children in need, help them shape their own futures and share in the development of their communities.
In Kenya, the organisation runs five Children’s Villages in Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret, Meru and Kisumu. SOS Children’s Villages Kenya also runs education and health institutions and works with local communities through Families Strengthening Programs.
We seek to recruit 2 dynamic mature persons to become 2 Community Development Workers for SOS Children’s Villages – Meru and Nairobi.
Key Functions of the Job
The Community Development Workers will undertake various duties which include but not limited to the following:-
Support Family Strengthening Program
Responsible for all Target Group assessments and selection of beneficiaries into the program
Facilitate Open communications within the Family Support Team and other departments
Facilitate the educational development of children in the target group
Facilitate and ensure the effectiveness of local child protection structures such as Child Protection Volunteers, Lay Volunteer
Counsellors, Community Health Workers and Local Area Advisory Councils
Establish links and develop networks with NGOs, CBOs, donors GOK departments and community
Any other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications / Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in social sciences / community development / child psychology or related disciplines.
Knowledge in data collection, analysis and
knowledge management
Prior experience with project cycle management in a complex project
At least 3 years
progressive experience working with vulnerable populations children, youth, women and community groups.
Previous experience in child -focused organizations working with children on care, protection and advocacy will be an added advantage.
Strong analytical ability as well as excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili is preferred.
Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Strong written and oral skills in English and Kiswahili
Strong report writing skills
The position offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package.
How to Apply
If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send your application & updated CV(with details of at least 3 referees one of which must be immediate former employer) addressed to the National Director to reach us on or before 21st December 2020 by email to: recruitment@soskenya.org.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an equal opportunity employer and its Recruitment Policy addresses itself to the core values of best practice, diversity and equality.
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