House Parent at Riziki Children’s Organization

Riziki Kenya is a welfare and community development organization formed in 2000. It obtained registration on 10th May, 2001 as "Window Development Fund” (WDF). It re-branded in 2007 to reflect its pursuit of transformed livelihoods as demonstrated in its passionate service to community, hence the new name RIZIKI KENYA - a Kiswahili word which means ...

 

House Parent

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience2 - 3 years
  • LocationNakuru
  • Job FieldNGO/Non-Profit 

Person reports to:                      Project Director

Person Supervises:                    All Staff

Purpose of Job:

To make a difference in the lives of children, youth and adolescents. The Houseparent will be required to create and maintain a wholesome family environment. They will provide guidance, and offer psychosocial support to our children.

To carry out the duties and responsibilities listed below, in respect of Riziki Children’s Organization.

Qualifications:

  • Applicants must be single (Female) 28 years of age and above.
  • Strictly a certificate or diploma in social work and at least two years experience working closely with children ranging from age 4-17.
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background check and physical health exams.
  • The House Parent must be creative, consistent, patient, and a compassionate caregiver who is serious about responsibility.
  • Modelling a Christian life is very important.
  •  This is a multifaceted and involving live- in full-time position, in a rural setting ,with one day off a week.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

  • Managing household  stock (food and non food items); producing a house shopping list once a month
  • Manage and record petty cash
  • Maintain and manage a home library
  • Supervise non-farm staff and delegate duties as needed to make sure all is in order in the house at all times
  • Prepare, keep and maintain proper records of all children
  • Attend relevant meetings and court procedures
  • Provide spiritual training and teach independent life skills to the children
  • Be a source of counsel to the children on all matters
  • Develop a holistic functional house timetable (School Days and Holidays)
  • Prepare the children for school every day
  • Accompany children to church and doctor appointments
  • Strict implementation of house conduct
  • Homework assistance
  • Preparing meals and meal menus
  • Housekeeping and farm work

Method of Application

Applications accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials from applicants who meet the above qualifications and are up to the challenge should be sent to the address below . By 30th  November 2023.


Project Manager

Riziki Children’s Organization

Nakuru, Kenya

Email: riziki.children@gmail.com

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