World Vision International

Christian humanitarian organization supporting children worldwide

Wellbeing Facilitator

Community Outreach & ProgramsPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeMatagalpa, NicaraguaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Social Anthropology, Psychology, Pedagogy, Agronomy, Administration, or a related field is required.
At least three years of experience in community work and applying participatory methodologies with children, adolescents, and adults is required.
Knowledge of operational planning and self-management is required.
Computer tool proficiency is required.
Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams is required.
Experience coordinating volunteers and community stakeholders is required.
Ability to facilitate trainings and events is required.
Conflict-resolution ability is required.
Analytical, organizational, and communication skills are required.
A motorcycle driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

Implement methodologies and models focused on the wellbeing of children and adolescents.
Coordinate community activities with technical specialists, government institutions, volunteers, and local partners.
Ensure the quality and timeliness of communications related to sponsorship programs.
Follow up on exceptional cases related to protection, health, and education.
Manage logistics processes, microprojects, and community activities.
Recruit, train, and support community volunteers.
Promote child-protection and safeguarding mechanisms and community participation.
Contribute to advocacy initiatives and the strengthening of community networks.

Desired Qualifications

Results orientation is valued.
Collaborative working is valued.
Adaptability is valued.
Effective communication is valued.
Positive influence and relationship development are valued.
Commitment to child protection and wellbeing is valued.

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

Propósito del puesto

Implementar la ejecución de la programación técnica en el Programa de Área en coordinación con los especialistas técnicos, basado en los lineamientos de la Programación y Rendición de Cuenta, con el fin de asegurar el Bienestar de la Niñez.

Principales responsabilidades

Implementar metodologías y modelos enfocados en el bienestar de la niñez y adolescencia.
Coordinar actividades comunitarias junto a especialistas técnicos, instituciones gubernamentales, voluntariado y socios locales.
Garantizar la calidad y oportunidad de las comunicaciones relacionadas con programas de patrocinio.
Dar seguimiento a casos excepcionales relacionados con protección, salud y educación.
Gestionar procesos logísticos, microproyectos y actividades comunitarias.
Reclutar, capacitar y acompañar a voluntarios comunitarios.
Promover mecanismos de protección infantil, salvaguarda y participación comunitaria.
Contribuir a iniciativas de incidencia y fortalecimiento de redes comunitarias.

Requisitos

Formación académica

Licenciatura en Trabajo Social, Sociología, Antropología Social, Psicología, Pedagogía, Agronomía, Administración o carreras afines.

Experiencia

Mínimo 3 años de experiencia en trabajo comunitario y aplicación de metodologías participativas con niños, niñas, adolescentes y adultos.

Conocimientos y habilidades

Planificación operativa y autogestión.
Manejo de herramientas informáticas.
Trabajo en equipos multidisciplinarios.
Coordinación con voluntariado y actores comunitarios.
Facilitación de capacitaciones y eventos.
Resolución de conflictos.
Capacidad de análisis, organización y comunicación.
Licencia para conducir motocicleta.

Competencias valoradas

Orientación a resultados.
Trabajo colaborativo.
Adaptabilidad.
Comunicación efectiva.
Influencia positiva y desarrollo de relaciones.
Compromiso con la protección y bienestar de la niñez.

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

About the Company

World Vision International

Christian humanitarian organization supporting children worldwide

What World Vision International does: It is a Christian humanitarian, development, and advocacy organization focused on children. It operates in nearly 100 countries with 33,000+ staff and works with supporters to help more than 200 million vulnerable children by addressing the root causes of poverty. How its product works: Through long-term programs and rapid relief, it provides essentials like water, food, and tools for families to overcome poverty, guided by faith and field expertise, and coordinated across communities by staff and partners. How it is different from competitors: It combines a large, faith-guided global network with a clear focus on sustainable, root-cause approaches to development, serving all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender, and stressing lasting impact that endures beyond one-time aid. What the company’s goal is: To improve the lives of children, families, and communities around the world and create lasting, generational impact.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Monrovia, CA
Founded: 2012

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