We work to prevent family breakdown and care for children who have lost parental care, or who risk losing it. We work with communities, partners and states to ensure that the rights of all children, in every society, are respected and fulfilled.
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The Family Strengthening Coordinator leads the planning (including budgeting), implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the family strengthening activities, in accordance with the organisation’s policies, strategies, standard of operation and available resources.
Key Responsibilities
Report directly to Programme Director
Receive additional guidance and Technical support from the National FS Coordinator
Work in close cooperation with other key support co-workers, including relevant financial and administrative, as well as programme development staff.
Work in close cooperation with the management of community-based partners (key implementation partners), being the main ‘link’ between SOS and the partner organisations.
Foster positive relationships and maintain close cooperation with key stakeholders in the communities of operation, who can influence or affect the effectiveness of the programme.
Build strong partnerships with stakeholders who are best placed to provide, or have duty to provide, support services to the programme’s target group.
Build strong relationships with local networks, which are dealing with issues affecting the programme’s target group.
Requirements
Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area, such as community development, development studies, social work, social sciences, or public administration
Minimum of 3-4 years relevant work experience in the field of community development or social services. Management experience will be an added advantage
Experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation
Excellent command of the main working languages used in the country and good communication skills, including both written and verbal. Preferably fluent in at least one of the languages spoken in the programme’s target communities
Able to lead a team
Good knowledge of children’s rights
Awareness and understanding of social development issues, such as the local and national OVC situation, gender, education, health, HIV & AIDS
Basic financial management skills
Able to work independently, using initiative and keeping commitments
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