10 Social Work Positions

Africa Inland Church – Kenya Children’s Homes Department is faith based organization supporting orphans and vulnerable Children and the youth in Kenya. 

The department seeks to address holistic needs of children and youth by use of child centred communitydevelopment approach. 

In order to fulfill this broad objective the department is seeking to engage the services of dynamic and experienced persons to the following Positions:

10 Social Work Positions 

One year contract

Based in the following regions Ahero, Muhoroni, Kangundo, Mtito Andei, Ikutha, Machakos, Kitui, Embu, Eldoret and Kitale.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Carry out social assessment to establish individual children needs and to form supporting activities like self help groups for caregivers and other relevant activities.
Coordinate and carry out sponsor correspondence for the children as assigned.
Facilitate the referral process for the children in need as well as carry out follow- ups and provide feedbacks on referred cases.
Implement planned activities in accordance with approved work plans, budgets and regulations of AICCHD. Weekly meetings with social service staff to coordinate and clarify all information and points of interventions
Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports detailing the progress and achievement of the project outputs and objectives.
Implement household economic strengthening activities that seek to promote increased asset base at the household level.
Facilitate training for the caregivers and other stakeholders on OVC care and support.
Qualification:
Diploma in social work and or Community Development from a reputable institution. A degree in the relevant field would be added advantage.
At least 3 years experience in Case Management, child sponsorship/ OVC programs and CommunityDevelopment.
Excellent Communication, Organization, Presentation and Leadership Skills
Proficiency in Micro Soft Office
Be fluent in the local language of the location you are applying for and also ensure familiarity with the local context.
The successful candidates must be willing to work in the communities as well have a strong intent and passion to prepare the OVC and young people become effective citizens.

To apply for any of the above positions, send your application letter together with a detailed CV with copies of Academic and Professional Certificates and a certificate of good conduct, Telephone Contacts and details of three Referees by 11th June 2012. 

Indicate the area you are interested to work in on your application letter as well as on the envelope.

Send your application to:

The Director, AIC Children’s Homes, 
P.O. Box 45019-00100
Nairobi

All application should be sent through the post office or via email hr@aicchildcare.or.ke 

No hand deliveries