Social Welfare Officer I, Job Group “K”- 3 posts
Reporting to the Director of Social Services, the Officer will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities: –
Duties and Responsibilities
Planning and harmonizing related development programs and issues relating to marginalized and vulnerable groups;
Collecting, summarizing, analysing, and disseminating information and decisions concerning vulnerable groups to the relevant offices and preparing reports;
Monitoring the implementation of programs relating to vulnerable groups at the Sub-County level and preparing reports;
Maintaining contact with relevant institutions involved in research and social development of vulnerable groups;
Preparing and facilitating Sub-County meetings in connection with vulnerable groups;
Collaborating with other institutions, agencies, organizations, and NGOs dealing with the welfare and development of vulnerable groups with a view of raising awareness and ensuring implementation of decisions and programs;
Participating in all activities related to the welfare and development of vulnerable groups;
Ensuring that the interests of vulnerable groups are mainstreamed in the social development issues;
Performing any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements for Appointment
Be a Kenyan Citizen.
Possess a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health, Anthropology, Counselling, Gender, and Development, or Community Development from a recognized institution.
Experience as a Social Welfare Officer or Social Worker or a comparable and relevant position for 1 year
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Terms of Service
Three (3) years contract.
NB: Those serving on permanent terms will however be engaged on their substantive permanent terms.
Eligible employees are requested to fill out the Employment Form which can be downloaded from the County Website, www.nyeri.go.ke
The completed application form together with the Head of Department Recommendation, Staff Performance Appraisal Report for 2022/2023, letter of appointment/promotion to the current substantive grade, and certified copies of academic and professional certificates should be sent or delivered to:
THE SECRETARY,
NYERI COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD,
P.O BOX 90-10100,
NYERI
CELLPHONE: 0745342000
All applications should reach the Secretary on or before 29th September 2023 at 5.00 PM.
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