Description of the mission

Position Summary

Responsible for all social topics related to assigned programs & projects, including:

Identifying and understanding the needs of children and families.
Visiting families to ensure alignment with EDM’s policy.
Following up on education and guiding studies orientation through a personalized approach.
Respecting Child Rights and Protection policies, and EDM rules and values.
Collaborating with other EDM centers on social services in Cambodia.

Duties & Responsibilities

Social Work & Sponsorship Programs:

Manage assigned programs (e.g., O Mal, Battambang, Lahok Pi/Pailin, CINTRI, Banan).
Conduct home visits to assess health, hygiene, income, migration, education, and prepare follow-up reports.
Monitor academic performance through school visits, attendance checks, exams, and notebook reviews.
Facilitate communication between sponsored children and godparents (collect/distribute letters).
Support recruitment of new students (organize exams, prepare files, present to Program Manager).
Maintain relationships with teachers, volunteers, and local authorities.
Understand program context to support sustainable assistance.

Monthly Distributions:

Update distribution lists, organize activities, share updates, check on student wellbeing.
Review and distribute godparent letters; record observations.

Battambang Foyers:

Ensure adherence to house rules.
Support student motivation, study, and future orientation.
Participate in boarding life (dinners, study supervision, cleanliness).
Organize recreational/educational activities.
Communicate concerns and progress with volunteers.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education, Psychology, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Work History

Minimum 2 years’ experience in social work, community development, education, or youth programs.

Skills & Knowledge

General & Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of issues affecting vulnerable children and families.
Ability to design and implement educational/life-skills activities.
Professional, empathetic, confidential home visits.
Capacity to provide academic support and guidance.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic reporting tools.
Ability to supervise students at night and ride a motorbike for field missions.

Soft Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Leadership in facilitating activities and youth engagement.
Problem-solving and adaptability in field environments.
Good English proficiency.
Compassionate, patient, and committed to the mission.
Team player, proactive, and able to work independently.
Culturally sensitive and respectful of communities.

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Enfants du Mekong

Providing education, training and support, we help children and young people to improve their standard of living and to grow intellectually, emotionally and morally.

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Enfants du Mekong

Providing education, training and support, we help children and young people to improve their standard of living and to grow intellectually, emotionally and morally.

Website
Nonprofit organization
Between 15 and 50 persons
Others

Enfants du Mekong did not yet communicate its impact measurement.

This structure did not communicate to us the labels or certifications that it was able to obtain.

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