Entrepreneurship in the territories: is it the right time?
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.
