THE MAIN RESPONSIBILITY:

The Child and Youth Development Officer is responsible for guiding SOS Youth (within the Village) towards independence, so that they may eventually become self-sufficient, contributing members of society. In achieving this, the Child and Youth Development Officer should be seen as a peer and a role model providing guidance, support and a positive example to the Youth. Planning and Implementing activities within Alternative care program.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct Psychological assessment to the children and youth during the admission process for the wellbeing of their lifetime in the program

• Provides counselling to children and youth to enable them to cope , with their status and find the opportunities within the program

• Provides youth and children with ongoing career counseling and job orientation Encourages youth to take initiatives in researching career opportunities.

• Identifies and promotes community service opportunities among the youth. Administers the placement of youth in short or long-term programs. Maintains close contact with youth during such programs.

• Encourages youth to take advantage of opportunities which integrate them with the surrounding community, and which expose them to life outside SOS, such as clubs etc.

• Work with Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to make proper follow up on youth’s academic development to schools and guide them through their youth life.

• Conducts regular Psychosocial Assessment and reviews for children and youth (at least half-yearly) and prepare reports which will guide the management on supporting children

• With support from Alternative Care coordinator ensure care plans and youth development plans are developed and reviewed twice a year

• In collaboration with Alterative Care team develop and implement appropriate life skills and entrepreneurship program for children and youth

• Design and implement Children Program activities in line with the age and capabilities

• Support Alternative Care coordinator to develop and implement reunification and integration strategy as per government policies and regulations

• Implement after care plan for integrated children and youth

• Provides guidance and mentorship on academic, career development and behavior change

• Work closely with SOS Mothers to play a significant role in their children’s education, stimulating their interest in learning within the home.

• Conduct home visit and maintain positive relationship with children/youth family of origin

• Organizes educational and extra-curricular activities which the children will find interesting and enjoyable at the village.

• Prepare analytical child’s educational progress report

• Supports and monitors children’s academic performance and formulates strategies for performance improvement

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor Degree in Social Work or Sociology from recognized Universities

• Fluent in English and computer literate

• Experience and skills in youth development work

• Passion with children/ youth and ready to work in a busy environment

• At least four (4) years’ experience working with most vulnerable children (mvc)

• Ability to convince, mentor and coach the youth. 

Duty station SOS Children’s Village – Arusha

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