Probation and Welfare Officer-Mpigi District
Ministry of Local Government (Uganda)
Lokasi pekerjaan
Kampala
Status Pekerjaan
Waktu penuh
Detail Pekerjaan
ABOUT THE COMPANY
As part of its long-term policy to ensure political and social harmony, enhance economic growth and alleviate poverty, Government of Uganda embarked on a far reaching program of decentralization reform. The reform initiative, as introduced in 1993 was an outcome of a review of the erstwhile resistance council system and related statutory instruments, borne out of the desire to make local governments effective centers of decision making and public service delivery.
JOB SUMMARY
Job PurposeTo implement plans, programmes and initiatives for the protection of children, mobilisation and facilitation of the youth to participate in social economic development activities in the City Division.a) Academic QualificationsAn honors Bachelor degree of Arts/Social Sciences, Social Works and Social Administration or Development Studies from a recognized university /institution.b) Work ExperienceNil
RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Implementing policies and programmes to prevent the occurrence of vulnerable children in the community.ii. Developing children and youth programmes and projects.iii. Sensitizing local communities and NGO’s on child care and youth protection.iv. Developing and disseminating advocacy materials on child care and protection.v. Developing plans of action for probation and social welfare.vi. Supervising youth centres and child care institutions.vii. Organizing, registering, developing and guiding youth groups.viii. Offering psychological support, arbitration and counseling to families.ix. Attending court sessions to present investigation reports on matters regarding family social welfare, juvenile crime and child abuse.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Risk management, Stakeholder communication, Policy drafting and development, Technical support, Quality control and supervision, Regulations
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
