SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGES IN NIGERIA IS LOOKING FOR…
National Human Resources and Organisational Development Manager/Adviser
POSITION SUMMARY: The National HR & OD Advisor works as part of the national management team in Nigeria to build an effective National HR function in SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria, and to support the implementation HR policies, strategies and good practices
The national HROD Manager / Advisor is a member of the West and Central Africa Regional Human Resources and Organizational Development Network
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Masters level University degree in Business Administration, with specialization in HR or Personnel Management Three years of professional work experience in the field of HR or personnel administration Work experience in an international organization is desirable Membership of professional HR and Personnel Management Institute
FIELD OFFICERS Family Strengthening Programme 2 Positions (Gwagwalada & Owu Ijebu) The Field Officer will be a full-time SOS employee who shall assist the programme coordinator with the day-to-day running of the family strengthening programme. In particular he/she shall provide support with the implementation of the family development process (FDP), supporting the provision of services to beneficiaries; Support families to set up income generating activities; create and maintain beneficiary filing system; office administration; perform detailed financial administration tasks; as well as administrative support to the programme
The ideal candidate must have strong 2 years post NYSC experience; Administrative; field work experience, computer literacy (Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms Access, internet access); ability to work with forms, maintain records and write reports. Experience in child and youth development, counseling or auxiliary social work and knowledge about OVC issues would be an advantage You should be fluent in one or more of the languages of the target group Possession of a valid driver’s license will be an added advantage
YOUTH COUNSELORS (LAGOS AND OGUN) PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Degree in Education, Psychology or Social Work Minimum of 5 years work experience in social, teaching or related field with youths
POSITION REQUIREMENTS Organizational skills in education, career guidance and other youth activities Conflict management skills. Should be ready to live with the youths Be familiar with Child Rights Act and Child Protection Policy
SOS MOTHERS (JOS, PATEAU STATE) POSITION SUMMARY The SOS Mother builds a close relationship with every child entrusted to her care, and provides security, love and stability that each child needs. As a child-care professional, she lives with the children, guides their development, and runs her household independently. She recognizes and respects each child’s family background, cultural roots and religion
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The Mother lives permanently in the Village in a house with the children entrusted in her care. She is responsible for the children’s individual psycho-social and educational development. She must possess a minimum of Senior Secondary School Certificate. Possession of a Diploma/NCE in Home Economics/ Nutrition will be an added advantage. She must be conversant with child care practices, child health, nutrition planning, cooking and managing family budget. She should also possess an above average written and oral communication skill. Above all, she must love children and has a homely and caring disposition. Applications from Widows are encouraged.
AUNTIES (JOS & LAGOS) POSITION SUMMARY The Aunties support the Mothers in caring entrusted to them and relieve the Mothers as occasion demands
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES She is expected to possess a minimum Senior Secondary School Certificate with good oral and written communication She should have natural love for children tolerance, with good housekeeping skills. She must be caring and demonstrate respectful attitude towards children.
SENIOR NURSING SISTER AND NURSING SISTER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The candidates must be a registered Nurse/ Widwife (SRN/SCM) with public health experience and possess a minimum of 5/3 years cognate working experience respectively in providing and coordinating primary health care services, designing and facilitating programmes on nutrition, reproductive health and family planning and other related issues
POSITION REQUIREMENTS Ability to provide and coordinate primary health care service - Diagnosing of patients with the necessary investigations - Attend to emergency cases at any time and report to Senior Nursing Sister - Explain health problems, treatment and give advice feedback to the respective project head - Follow-up of out-patient cases and hospital admissions and give feedback to the respective project head - Keep up-to-date records of patients. - Ability to design programmes on Healthcare, Nutrition HIV/AIDS and other relevant issues - Ability to write personal action plan
TEACHERS (JOS, ABUJA, LAGOS) Vacancies exist in these areas (Physical & health, French, computer, fine art or creative at music, special education, educator (Kindergarten)
The successful Candidates for Teaching Positions Must Possess excellent speaking, reaction and writing skill; Be a team player and be willing to learn Have knowledge of modern teaching techniques and aides; Good knowledge of computer will be added
Ideal Candidate Profile for Educator-Kindergarten Minimum of NCE in Early Childhood Education Adequate knowledge and use of Montessori and Froebel methods and materials Minimum of 3 years post qualification and on the job experience
Ideal candidate profile for teachers-Primary School Minimum of NCE Sound knowledge of primary 1 – 6 core subjects Adequate use of diverse current teaching techniques and materials Minimum of 3 years post qualification and on the job experience For subject teachers (French, computer, music, Physical/ Health, Home Economics, Arts & Crafts and Special Education and adult education Specialist) – sound knowledge of subject areas and professional ethics with current teaching/ learning techniques
SECRETARY / CASHIER (JOS, ABUJA) The candidates must possess a minimum of ND in Accountancy, Secretarial Administration/ NCE in Business Education with skills in office administration and pretty cash management with at least 3 years working experience. He/ she must possess good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. He/she must be computer literate
POSITION REQUIREMENTS Effective oral and written communication skills Good interpersonal relationship skills Reasonable typing skills Good knowledge of use of excel and other accounting packages
HANDYMAN (ISOLO, LAGOS) POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Maintain the functionality of equipment and building Ensure proper running of the equipment in the village/SOS premises Prompt repairs of faulty equipment Ability to keep records of equipment Ability to write report Supervision of major repair work by external contractor in the village
HOW TO APPLY If you want a challenging career while impacting the lives of children in Nigeria, we would like to hear from you. If you meet the above stated requirements, Email your along the cover letter stating your motivation for applying for this position to:
The National Director SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria National Office 35, Ogunmefun Street, Pedro, Palmgrove, P.O.Box 660 Shomolu, Lagos, Nigeria EMAIL TO: info@sosvillages-nigeria.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 20th March 2011.
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