Social Welfare Officer - 3 Posts at Kilifi County Public Service Board

Duties and Responsibilities

• Mobilize the community in identifying development and management of various social economic activities;
• Promote community and social development initiatives; and
• Promote the welfare of the minority groups in the community.
• Plan and harmonize related development programs and issues relating to marginalized and vulnerable groups;
• Collect, summarize, analyze and disseminate information and decisions concerning vulnerable groups to the relevant offices and prepare reports;
• Monitor the implementation of programs relating to vulnerable groups and prepare reports;
• Maintain contact with relevant institutions involved in research and_ social development on vulnerable groups;
• Prepare and facilitate meetings in connection with vulnerable groups;
• Collaborate 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;
• Participate in all activities related to the welfare and development of vulnerable groups; Ensure that interests of vulnerable groups are mainstreamed in the social development issues; and Any other duty assigned.

Requirement for Appointments

• Kenyan Citizen;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences discipline: Social Work, Development Studies, Gender Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Mental Health, Counseling or other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution in Kenya;
• Minimum of 2 years of experience on the following social aspects: Gender inclusivity, stakeholder engagement, grievance management, issues on vulnerable and marginalized groups (VMGs) and sexual harassment (GBV/SEA-SH);
• Demonstrated working experience on social development and conducting capacity building and training programs;
• Conversant with Kenya’s policies, legal and regulatory frameworks; and
• Certificate in computer applications.