SOS Children’s Villages Massive Recruitment (14 Positions)

SOS Children’s Villages – Established in 1949, SOS Children’s Villages is a dynamic social developmentorganisation working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and fights of children without parental care and those who are at risk of losing parental care.SOS Children’s Villages International is the umbrella organisation that provides support and guidance to SOS member associations in 133 countries and territories worldwide. Since 1973, working throughout the country, SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria is in the process of recruiting dynamic individuals to guide and support the work with individual families participating in our programme in various locations.

1.)  Information Communication Technology (ICT) Officer (Lagos)

Profile

• The Ideal candidate should possess a good degree in Computer Science Engineering and Information Technology or any related field.
• Possession of any relevant ICT Certification will be an added advantage
• A minimum of 1 – 3 years cognate experience is required
• knowledgeable in designing website, newsletters, logos and server management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft business applications
• Experience with a multi-site network (at least 3 sites) with a minimum of 300 users is highly desirable
• In depth knowledge of Windows 2003/2008 Server, Active Directory
• Good understanding of SQL 2000/2005/2008
• Experience in the use and administration of Windows systems
• Understanding how database works from an end user perspective e,g, ability to create or modify simple report

2.)  Human Resource Officer (Lagos)

Profile

• A degree (or equivalent) in humanities or social sciences or other relevant subject
• At least 3 years’ experience
• Good eternal and written communication skills
• Excellent lCT skill (windows, word, excel, payroll software etc)
• Organized and able to work independently.

3.)  Senior Accountant (Lagos)

Profile:

• A degree in Management, Finance and Accounting
• At least 5 years experience in Finance and Accounting
• Knowledge of MS Office Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Knowledge of Dynamics Navision is a plus.

4.)  Assistant To the National Director

Profile

• A degree (or equivalent) in development studies, social work, public administration. social sciences Of other relevant subject
• At least 3 years’ experience in community development or social services.
• An understanding of relevant social development issues
• Excellent command of the English language and good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills (windows, word. excel)

5.)  Programme Director (Jos & Abuja)

Profile

• A degree (or equivalent) in development studies, social work, public administration. social sciences or other relevant subject
• At least 5 years’ experience In community development or social services.
• Experience in project management, monitoring & evaluation
• An understanding of relevant social development issues
• Excellent command of the English language and good verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluency to one Of more of the languages of the target community(s)
• Basic financial management skills
• Basic computer skills (windows, word. excel)
• Highly organized and able to work independently.

6.)  Secretary / Cashier (Lagos)

Profile:

• Minimum of national diploma in Accountancy or Secretarial Administration
• Minimum of 2 years cognate work experience as secretary or cashier
• Basic financial management skills
• Basic computer skills (windows, word and excel)

7.)  Assistant KG Educator (Abuja, Owu Ijebu and Jos)

Profile:

• Minimum of NCE in Early Childhood education
• Adequate knowledge and use of Montessori and Froebel methods and materials.
• Minimum of 2 years experience.

8.)  Family Based Care Coordinator (Lagos & Abuja)

Profile

• A degree (or equivalent} in development studies, social work, public administration, social sciences or other relevant subject
• At least 3 years’ experience in community development or social services.
• Experience in project management, monitoring & evaluation
• An understanding of relevant social development issues
• Fluency in one or more of the languages of the target community(s)
• Basic financial management skills.
• Basic computer skills (windows, word, excel)

9.)  Front Desk Officer (Lagos)

Profile:

• A minimum of OND in Secretarial Administration and related field
• At least 2 years experience in the same role
• Working knowledge of MS office Suite (Word, excel, PowerPoint)
• Good typing skill

10.)  Nurses (Lagos and Owu Ijebu)

Profile:

• Must be a registered nurse or midwife (SRN/SCM)
• Must possess public health experience
• Possess a minimum of 3 years cognate working experience

11.)  Teachers (Abuja, Lagos and Owu Ijebu)

Vacancies exist in the following areas: Fine and Creative art, Music and Special education.

Profile:

• Minimum of NCE in early Childhood Education
• Adequate knowledge of modern teaching tools
• Minimum of 2 years experience.

12.)  Youth Counsellors (Lagos)

Profile:

• Degree in education, Psychology or social Work
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in Social work, teaching or related field with youths
• Computer literate

13.)  Head Vocational Training Center (Lagos)

Profile

• Degree qualified in development studies, technical education, social or management sciences.
• At least 5 years experience in (elated position.
• An understanding of relevant social development issues
• Basic financial management skills
• Must be Computer literate.

14.)  Store Assistant (Lagos)

Profile

• Minimum of OND in Business Admin or Accountancy Degree would be an added advantage.
• Computer Literate
• Honest and organized

Remuneration

We offer

• A competitive salary & benefits package.

Application Deadline
21st November 2011

Method of Application
If you are interested in any of these positions, please send your application (detailed CV and motivation letter) along with three traceable references to:

The National Director
SOS Children’s Villages, Nigeria,
35 Ogunmefun Street, Pedro-Palmgrove, Lagos
P.O. Box 660 Shomolu Lagos-Nigeria
Email: [email protected]
Please state the position and preferred location as the subject of your mail.
Note: In accordance with the organisation’s child protection policy, all employment is subject to applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.