SOS Children’s Villages of India are an independent, non-governmental and nonprofit organization working for the holistic development of parentless children as well as women and children from vulnerable families. For over 60 years, we have reached over 65,000 children through our 32 SOS Children’s Villages and 28 community projects in India positively impacting over 83,000 lives.

We continue to provide children without parental care or at the risk of losing it, a value chain of quality care services that goes beyond childcare alone, to ensure comprehensive child development as well as ways to strengthen communities and families as a preventive measure in the fight against abandonment and social neglect.

We are committed for safeguarding and protecting children in our programs by having zero tolerance policy in this regard. At our organization, we uphold a valuesbased culture built on the pillars of courage, commitment, trust, and accountability, guiding our actions and decisions to achieve excellence and integrity in all endeavors.

We are further committed to provide a safe environment for staff and children, young people and adults with whom we work, where human rights are respected and upheld, and healthy relations fostered by building organizational systems, capacity, and awareness on PSHEA (prevention and protection against sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) guidelines. All our co-workers are obliged to follow SOS regulation on Child and Youth Safeguarding, PSHEA and Code of Conduct.

Job Responsibilities

Youth Education and Academic Monitoring

• Ensure the implementation of educational policies and timely admissions for youth in suitable institutions.
• Monitor academic performance regularly and provide guidance for improvement.
• Collaborate with educational institutions to support youth attendance and engagement.
• Facilitate access to tuition and educational support for youth struggling academically.
• Maintain updated academic records and attendance registers in coordination with coworkers

Career Guidance and Employability

• Coordinate with vocational and professional institutions for admissions of eligible youth.
• Facilitate enrollment in employability skill courses including E age.
• Organize sessions and workshops on career building, CV preparation, and interview techniques.
• Organize exposure and industrial visits for youth.
• Provide individual counselling for youth nearing exit to support employment planning.
• Assist coworkers in identifying internship and job placement opportunities with external partners.
• Liaison with corporate company, industries, various agency and departments for arranging job placements for youth.

Holistic Youth Development and Personal Growth

• Promote character-building activities, value-based education, and social responsibility among youth.
• Ensure psychological, social, and emotional development through regular followups.
• Support the development and periodic review of Individual Care Plans (ICPs) for each youth.
• Address any behavioral concerns in a constructive and supportive manner.
• Ensure Mental health and youth safeguarding for all youth in their colleges/ institutions.

Transition Planning and Aftercare Support:

• Plan and execute smooth transitions for youth exiting care, including documentation, financial readiness, and emotional preparedness.
• Ensure that youth receive necessary identity documents, banking access, and life skills before transitioning.
• Coordinate aftercare proposals and support with external agencies like the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU).
• Facilitate access to scholarships, concessions, and other educational or employment benefits post-care.
• Maintain a record of youth progress post-exit and provide mentorship as needed.
• Coordinating and managing communication agencies for PR, Content creation and Digital marketing. Reviewing them timely to ensure productivity.
• Briefing and ensuring communication agencies are aligned to our strategy
• Responsible for timely pay-outs to the agencies and ensuring financial compliances.

Youth Safeguarding and Policy Compliance

• Ensure implementation of child and youth safeguarding policies and protocols.
• Organize regular sensitization workshops on topics such as cyber safety, substance abuse, and healthy relationships.
• Monitor compliance of youth homes and staff with safeguarding standards.
• Promote an open and supportive environment for reporting concerns or violations.
• Ensure periodic training for youth and staff on safeguarding practices and legal rights.
• Overall responsibility of content development, management of website including working with internal stakeholder to ensure periodic content updation.
• Responsible for organisations Social Media handles and the content development and tracking of the same. Ensure regular update of online mediums of communication.

Programme Documentation and Reporting

• Ensure accurate maintenance and timely updating of youth progress data in internal systems.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and case documentation for submission to national offices or funding agencies.
• Support budget planning and resource allocation for youth care units in consultation with the Village Director.
• Conduct regular team meetings for performance review, progress tracking, and future planning.

Team Coordination and Capacity Building

• Provide leadership, guidance, and performance support to youth care coworkers and volunteers.
• Organize training and development workshops for the team on education, youth engagement, and care practices.
• Ensure smooth communication flow between youth homes, educational institutions, families, and stakeholders.
• Encourage team participation in strategic planning and innovation in youth care.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in youth development or child care management
• Experience working with vulnerable youth or in residential care settings preferred
• Familiarity with government child protection systems and youth welfare schemes
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, MIS, and report writing

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