Sponsorship Case Worker

About the role

A Christian organization running a well-established dual-site school (grades PP1 to 9) in Nakuru is looking for a Sponsorship Case Worker. The role supports the well-being of children by addressing their holistic health (physical, mental and emotional) and welfare, engages with parents, conducts home visits and helps build and maintain relationships between sponsors and beneficiaries.

Key responsibilities

• Sponsorship: match eligible children or families with potential sponsors, act as the main contact between sponsors and beneficiaries, collect and maintain beneficiary records and progress reports, coordinate visits and meetings, monitor the use of sponsorship funds and write regular updates for sponsors.
• Home visits to assess living conditions and needs, and provide emotional and social support to students.
• Welfare: monitor and promote children's physical, mental and emotional health, ensure school uniforms and nutritious takeaway meals, and keep parents informed.
• Process applications for the next academic year, give guidance on transitions, hold talks and guidance sessions, and prepare case reports, care plans and follow-ups.
• Refer students and families to healthcare, vocational training and other resources, and refer cases of child abuse to authorities.
• Advocate for children's rights, including attending court sessions and helping with police reports, and respond promptly to crises.
• Maintain confidential case files, assist with administrative case management, attend meetings and stay updated on child welfare policies.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Child Protection or a related field.
• Proven experience in social work, case management, community outreach and crisis intervention.
• Strong understanding of child welfare, mental health and family engagement, and knowledge of local child welfare policies.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with a compassionate approach to vulnerable people.
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili; willingness to travel to field locations and a valid Certificate of Good Conduct.

Required skills

• Digital data entry and basic data management tools.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, with accountability and integrity.