Social Affairs (Orphans) Officer at Direct Aid: (Deadline 7 April 2024)
VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA OFFICE
DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.
DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:
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Position
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Social Affairs (Orphans) Officer
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Key Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement programs to support orphan children supported by DirectAid in alignment with organizational objectives of DirectAid.
- Conduct assessments to identify the needs and vulnerabilities of those orphan children and their families.
- Coordinate with local communities, schools, and government agencies to provide holistic support to those orphaned children.
- Establish and maintain relationships with foster families and other care facilities to ensure the well-being of our supported orphan children.
- Provide counseling and psychosocial support to those orphan children and their caregivers.
- Facilitate access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and other essential services for supported orphan children.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of social affairs programs for orphaned children and make recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations related to social affairs programs and activities.
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Qualifications and Experience
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- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Development, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in social work or community development, with a focus on orphan care and support.
- Strong understanding of child protection principles, social welfare systems, and psychosocial support interventions.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including orphanages, community leaders, government agencies, and NGOs.
- Proven project management skills, including planning, implementation, and monitoring.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data management software.
- Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic Language is an advantage
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.
Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.
Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024
Note: DirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!
