Social Welfare Officer I - 3 Posts at County Government of Nyeri

Social Welfare Officer I, Job Group “K”- 3 posts

Reporting to the Director of Social Services, the Officer will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities: -

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and harmonizing related development programs and issues relating to marginalized and vulnerable groups;
• Collecting, summarizing, analysing, and disseminating information and decisions concerning vulnerable groups to the relevant offices and preparing reports;
• Monitoring the implementation of programs relating to vulnerable groups at the Sub-County level and preparing reports;
• Maintaining contact with relevant institutions involved in research and social development of vulnerable groups;
• Preparing and facilitating Sub-County meetings in connection with vulnerable groups;
• Collaborating with other institutions, agencies, organizations, and NGOs dealing with the welfare and development of vulnerable groups with a view of raising awareness and ensuring implementation of decisions and programs;
• Participating in all activities related to the welfare and development of vulnerable groups;
• Ensuring that the interests of vulnerable groups are mainstreamed in the social development issues;
• Performing any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health, Anthropology, Counselling, Gender, and Development, or Community Development from a recognized institution.
• Experience as a Social Welfare Officer or Social Worker or a comparable and relevant position for 1 year