Job Description

The Social Worker is responsible for ensuring that the procedures for the admission (and departure) of children into (and from) SOS are properly followed. S/he/they provides advice, guidance and support to the Child and Youth Care Workers and works closely with them to plan appropriate programmes for the development of each child. As part of the Village team, he/she/they supports the other staff members, on issues relating to the Care-workers and children.
KPA 1: Ensure Adherence to Child Admission & Departure Procedures
KPA 2: Basic and Developmental Needs of a Child
KPA 3: Support the Child and Youth Care Workers
KPA 4: Be a Contributing Member of the Programme Team
KPA 5: Maintain Expert Knowledge on Social Work Issues
KPA 6: Relationship Building
KPA 7: Perform Detailed Administrative Tasks
KPA 8: Child & Youth, Adult and Asset Safeguarding and Protection
Degree in Social Sciences /Child and youth care work or relevant Qualification
Degree in Business Management, Project Management or any other relevant field will be Advantageous.
Registered professional in child and Youth care.

• A valid SA drivers licence
• 5 years relevant operational experience, with at least 3 years in a similar environment
• Understanding of NGO`s operations, best practices and market trends.
• Understanding of the Child and youth development principles.
• Knowledge of programmes in an NGO environment.
• Knowledge of the South African legislation governing NGO`s and their operations.
• Good knowledge of Children`s rights.
• Basic Knowledge of Fund development.
• Understanding of Quality Management approach.
• Knowledge of the South African legislation governing child and youth care

The successful incumbent must be an initiative-taking and organised individual, able to work independently, use initiative and keep commitments. Willingness to travel occasionally and a valid drivers license are a must.
SOS Childrens Villages South Africa holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasize to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance, financial and reference check processes.

Skills Required