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  • Posted: Jul 29, 2019
    Deadline: Aug 11, 2019
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    SOS Children's Villages is an independent, non-governmental international development organization which has been working to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of children since 1949.
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    Community Development Worker

    Responsibilities

    Community Development Worker will undertake various duties which include and are not limited to the following:-

    • Implement alternative care activities and timely reports to donors
    • Facilitate the assessment of child, family and community structures
    • Conduct individual & group assessments and selection of beneficiaries into the program.
    • Implementation of economic empowerment program activities.
    • Facilitate holistic development of children in the target group.
    • Facilitate and ensure the effectiveness of all the Community Management Committee (CMC) support groups, Community Volunteers and Community Representatives.
    • Establish and sustain new and existing links and develop networks with NGOs, CBOs, donors, government of Kenya departments and the community.
    • Support monitoring & evaluation of the programme.
    • Lead in documentation foe evidence based
    • Support co-workers of community-based partner organisations in their work with families

    Qualifications

    • Degree in Community Development, Social Work or Sociology
    • Training in counseling.
    • Must be computer literate.
    • At least 2 years’ experience in community development or social services.
    • A good understanding of issues facing orphans & vulnerable children.
    • In-depth knowledge of psychosocial issues in children and adolescence
    • Well developed communication, report writing and counseling skills
    • Ability to ride a motor-bike will be an added advantage

    Method of Application

    If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send your application letter(stating current and expected pay) & 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 11th August 2019 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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