The Social Work Specialist is a key member of the Family Care First Cambodia (FCF) team. The post holder will provide technical support, with a primary focus on social work, for Save the Children team, consortium partners, and other key stakeholders in the FCF initiative in Cambodia. The post holder will also build technical capacity for the implementation of FCF projects to ensure the achievement of planned outcomes and support in developing initiatives, proposals, interventions, documentation, and research related to family care and alternative care programs in Cambodia.
The purpose of this position is to contribute to strengthening the quality of social work and other protection programs and projects implemented by Save the Children and its partners and ensure consistent practices and systems for all children to be in safe and nurturing family-based care. The post holder will also contribute to reinforcing national child protection policies and frameworks.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly
Qualifications and experience
- At least Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work/Social Sciences or any relevant field
Essential
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience in technical aspects of Child Protection
- Experience in building technical capacity at non-governmental and governmental levels
- Be familiar with the current childcare reform and national plan of actions
- A sound understanding of child protection, family-based care and alternative care, and other key technical areas of child protection programming
- A good understanding of the CP sector in Cambodia, including the work of NGOs, government, and UN agencies
- Strong ability to build positive, influential relationships to achieve desired outcomes
- Ability to analyze information, evaluate options, and provide recommendations
- Ability to provide training, coaching, and mentoring to a wide audience in support of their development
- Proven experience facilitating groups from diverse perspectives to achieve outcomes
- Strong ability to effectively and positively represent the organization/project
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
- Technical document writing skills in both Khmer and English
- Problem-solving skills with a proactive and professional approach
- Willingness and ability to change work practices and hours, to be flexible and responsive in the event of emergencies
- Ability and willingness to travel
- Commitment to Save the Children values and willingness to abide by SCI’s Child Safeguarding/Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with a multicultural team and adaptability to team dynamics.
Contract length: Unspecified Duration Contract (UDC).
The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV in PDF as a single document and apply as below link or email: jobs.cambodia@savethechildren.org
Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. Previous applicants need not to re-apply.
SCI offers a competitive remunerative package, including both cash and non-cash benefits as below:
- International mentoring and professional development to support your growth and career aspirations
- Group personal accident insurance for staff member and in-patient health insurance for staff member and their dependents
- Provident fund (10%), seniority indemnity payment, 13th month salary, medical allowance, and phone card allowance
- 26 weeks maternity leave on full pay and 2 weeks full day of paternity leave
- Full Government public holidays and 18 days annual leave
- Working hour is 37.50 per week from Monday to Friday
- Flexible working hours
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer, and our working environment is inclusive and accessible. All qualified female candidates and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified for written test and interview.
Moreinfo: https://cambodia.savethechildren.net/careers/details?jid=3067
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