Job vacancy Children's Services Coordinator

ICC Children's Care Cambodia is a Cambodian non-governmental organization established in 2017, but before that, operating as an International Organization since 1996. Our primary goal is to ensure that all children are nurtured in a protective environment and provided a quality education, enabling them to reach their full potential. 

We are currently seeking for a qualified candidate to fulfil the position below.  The ideal candidate will be a mature Christian possessing the necessary qualifications and experience to make a positive impact in the lives of those in need.

Contract Type:   Full-time (Monday – Friday) Probation period of 3 months

Place of Work: Kompong Thmor, Kompong Thom 

Expected Places of Travel: Intermittent overnight travel to other provinces as required

Salary: Negotiable – according to qualifications and experience

Conditions of employment:

This is a full-time position based at the ICC Children's Care Cambodia in Kompong Thmor. A competitive salary is offered, and it will depend on experience and qualifications.

As a Children's Services Coordinator, your direct line manager will be the Program Manager and the Management Team will support you in your role. 

Accommodation is available on site, at a minimal rate, if this is required by the successful candidate.

We are a child protection organization. Therefore, successful candidates will be asked to provide a criminal record and character check provided by the relevant authorities and sign on to our child protection policy.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of clients, children and community families, keeping accurate and confidential records;
• Support house parents in residential group homes;
• Develop re-integration plans, where possible, for children in residential care;
• Assess and support families with at-risk children;
• Coordinate external specialized services for children and families;
• Develop working relationships with government agencies and other stakeholders;
• Work professionally within project policies and codes of conduct, including those related to ethical social work practice, child protection and confidentiality;
• Facilitate/arrange awareness-raising workshops in the local communities;
• Play a meaningful and active role in team meetings;
• Take an active role in individual and group support meetings;
• Contribute to the development of project planning;
• Contribute to the continued development of social work tools and resources;

Requirements

• A mature Christian with a strong commitment to Christian values and principles.
• A university Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field (psychology, sociology, health, education or community/international development) is preferable ;
• A preference of two years working in a social service, NGO, or governmental organization providing similar services; 
• Strong organizational skills, including those related to prioritizing, planning and management of casework;
• Possess a solid commitment to social justice. Must be able to demonstrate genuine compassion and empathy;
• Must be pro-active in identifying and taking action in work scope;
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, in Khmer; good English, written and verbal skills are also essential;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Must be willing to travel to other provinces from time to time to carry out family assessments;
• Computer skills (MS Office) essential.