EMPLOYMENT OFFER – Social Advisor and Field Coordinator –

based in Bangkok or Chiangmai

Baan Dek Foundation is a non-profit, non-political and non-religious, organization based in Chiang Mai since 2002 that every yeare we supports over 1000 children in need and their families living in construction sites and slums. Through specifically tailored educational programs and flexible individual support, Baan Dek protects endangered children, allows families to become self-sustainable and gives opportunities for a better future.

By November 1, 2018. we plan to open a branch of Baan Dek Foundation in Bangkok where we hope to expand our current services to support the most vulnerable children in BKK and along Thailand.

Job Description

Job Title

:  Social Advisor and Field Coordinator

Type of Contract

:  Full-time position, 1-year contract (renewable)

Department

:  Program & Field Operations Unit

Location

:  Based in Bangkok Office, Thailand (2 positions)

(our BKK office is close to Eakkami BTS)

:  Based in Chiang Mai Office, Thailand  (1 position)

Expected Start Date: 

:  ASAP (Training in Chiang Mai to be considered for a few weeks at the beginning)

Responsibilities of the advertised positions:

Baan Dek Foundation is currently looking for a professional and dedicated local Social Advisor and Field Coordinator who will commit to supporting vulnerable children and communities living in Bangkok. The Social Advisor and Field Coordinator will work under the direct supervision of the Program Coordinator and Management team in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.

The main objective of Baan Dek Foundation's team of social workers is to help vulnerable children and their families solve social and economic issues in their daily lives, allowing the families to reach sustainability and ensuring every child access to Education, Health and Safety.

Role and responsibilities include - but are not restricted to:

1.      Conduct in individual case management (involving a team of social workers)

2.      Social counseling to the children and their families and implementation of support plan through social work activities along their needs

3.      Preparation and coordination of field activities (life skills)

4.      Run field collective educational activities

5.      Monitor and report on social work activities

6.      Identify and develop partnerships with relevant local partners (schools, medical centers, social services, construction companies, etc.)

7.      Follow and promote Baan Dek Foundation’s Child Protection Policy

Required skills:

Nationality: Thai

Qualifications:

·         Degree or experience in relevant field (social work, special education, health, psychology,...)

·         Minimum 6 months of experience in project coordination / social work / educational activity coordination / early childhood development

·         Former professional experience working with children, mother and baby / toddler considered as an asset.

·         Language skills: Fluent Thai (spoken and written) and English proficient speaking and writing skills. Burmese, Thai-Yai and / or Khmer (spoken and written) considered as important assets.

·         Other skills/interests: committed to social work/child welfare, dedication for non-profit work, communication and human relations skills, teamwork ability, flexibility on working hours, tolerance & human values, highly motivated, positive energy & spirit, ability to work autonomously, ability to understand family situations and conduct assessments.

Working hours:  Full time - Monday to Friday (flexible schedule) and occasionally on weekend & evenings

Salary: Starting at 23,000 THB  for Bangkok and 15,000 THB for Chiangmai (To be defined based on experience and qualifications. Complementary advantages provided (transportation & phone allowance, etc.)

How to Apply:

Please send all applications in English (CV/cover letter/2 professional references and expected salary) via E-mail only to Julien STRENS (Julien@baandekfoundation.org).

In the subject line of the email, please write “(Social Advisor and Field Coordinator) - Bangkok or Chiangmai ”

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview in English. Baan Dek Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that selects candidates based on merit. To comply with Baan Dek Foundation Child Protection Policy, the selected candidate will be requested a copy of his/her criminal records. The successful applicant will be expected to comply with Baan Dek Foundation's Child Protection Policy.

All application will be gathered on  10/10/2018.

(Only selected applicants will be contacted after this date)

Closing date for applications:  15/11/2018.

More details on Baan Dek Foundation’s programs on www.baandekfoundation.org