SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria (SOS CV Nigeria) is one of 136 Member Associations working under the umbrella of SOS Children’s Villages International, an international non-governmental social development organization. We have been active in Nigeria since 1973, with footprints across the country in: Isolo (Lagos State), Owu-Ijebu (Ogun State), Jos (Plateau State) Ibadan (Oyo State), Kaduna (Kaduna State) and Gwagwalada, (Federal Capital Territory).
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Community Development Officer
Location: Edo
Position Summary
- The Community Development Officer would be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of the Community Development Plans.
- This position will also act as the focal person to support the key implementing partners in the development and the implementation of their CBO capacity development.
- They will research and develop strategies for improving and ensuring the sustainability of all development initiatives for the CBOs and the communities within SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria locations.
- Work with team members in coordinating and facilitating the implementation of program activities.
- Attend regular meetings as scheduled and actively encourage and promote effective communication and strong working relationships within the team, local government, local leaders and the communities served.
- Facilitate coordination meetings, advocacy meetings and awareness-raising sessions at the community level, together with community care providers
- Ensure the community-based activities are conducted and follow up is done properly.
- Improve quality of life of vulnerable groups through cost-effective, evidence-based locally appropriate interventions.
- He/She will provide support in multi-sectoral advocacy movements through active engagement of the community, policy makers, and Government authorities at all levels.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
- HND / B.Sc Degree in a relevant subject area, such as Guidance & Counseling, Community Development, Social works etc.
- Minimum of 3 years similar work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services in an INGO.
- Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting.
- Sound understanding of relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols.
- Understanding of family development, community development, and sustainability of programme responses and outcomes.
- Counselling skills, including ability to advice, influence and guide programme participants and other community members.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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