Safe House Matron, Kibera At Shining Hope For Communities

Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) is a non-profit organization based in Nairobi, Kenya and New York, NY that combats urban poverty and gender inequity in the slums of Nairobi. Kennedy Odede, who grew up in the Kibera slum, founded SHOFCO in 2004 with a focus on youth and gender empowerment. SHOFCO has four initiative areas: education, health, economic and community empowerment, and water and sanitation. The organization is currently active in the Kibera and Mathare slums of Nairobi.
Position Overview
To be responsible for leading, managing and monitoring of all girls living in the safe house in accordance to SHOFCOs standards and in support of SHOFCO’s vision.
Location:Kibera
Key duties and responsibilities

Wake all the children early.
Prepare breakfast.
Escort the children to school on time.
Accompany the children home in the evening.
Ensure meals are served on time and children are well fed.
Ensure general cleanliness in the safe house.
Ensure safety of children at the safe house.
Accompany sick children to hospital.
Counsel children under the safe house.

Education
Certificate in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or any related field

Other requirements (unique/job specific)

5 years’ experience in a similar role

Functional Skills
Examining information
Adopt practical approaches
Taking action
Managing tasks

BehavioralCompetencies/Attributes:
Establish rapport
Understanding people
Team working
Upholding standards