• The Community Development Officer would be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of the Community Development Plans.
• This position will also act as the focal person to support the key implementing partners in the development and the implementation of their CBO capacity development.
• They will research and develop strategies for improving and ensuring the sustainability of all development initiatives for the CBOs and the communities within SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria locations.
• Work with team members in coordinating and facilitating the implementation of program activities
• Attend regular meetings as scheduled and actively encourage and promote effective communication and strong working relationships within the team, local government, local leaders and the communities served
• Facilitate coordination meetings, advocacy meetings and awareness-raising sessions at the community level, together with community care providers
• Ensure the community-based activities are conducted and follow up is done properly
• Improve quality of life of vulnerable groups through cost-effective, evidence-based locally appropriate interventions
• He/She will provide support in multi-sectoral advocacy movements through active engagement of the community, policy makers, and Government authorities at all levels

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• HND/BSC Degree in a relevant subject area, such as Guidance & Counseling, Community Development, Social works etc

• Minimum of 3 years similar work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services in an INGO
• Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting.
• Sound understanding of relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols
• Understanding of family development, community development, and sustainability of programme responses and outcomes

Counselling skills, including ability to advice, influence and guide programme participants and other community members