SOS Children's Villages Ethiopia Volunteer

SOS Children’s Villages Ethiopia is an International Non-governmental organization and a member of SOS Children’s Villages International Federation. We started our humanitarian work in Ethiopia with the opening of our first Village in Mekelle, Northern part of Ethiopia in 1974.

SOS is implementing the “Leave No Youth Behind” project to contribute to the impact where young care leavers in Ethiopia demonstrate resilience and self-reliance to become independent and contributing members of society.

We are seeking passionate and committed Community Volunteers to support grassroots implementation and mobilization.

Position: Community Volunteers

(Moyale)

The Volunteers must have: –

Fresh Graduate in BA Degree Social Work or related fields
Must be a resident of Moyale Woreda
Knows the context and is willing to work in any of the kebeles in the Moyale Woreda
Strong interest in community health, nutrition, gender, and peacebuilding
Willingness to work closely with local leaders, health workers, and project staff
Good communication and reporting skills in local languages (Afaan Oromoo and/or English preferred)

While working with us a Community Volunteer you will be in charge of the following,

Mobilize households for nutrition education, screening, and referrals
Support hygiene promotion and safe water practices in collaboration with WASH actors
Facilitate community dialogues and peacebuilding activities, promoting inclusion and conflict sensitivity
Assist in the distribution and follow-up of livelihood inputs (e.g., seeds, tools, small livestock)
Promote gender equality and women’s participation in project activities
Raise awareness on child protection, safeguarding, and prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA)
Conduct home visits and help track progress on food security and nutrition indicators
Document community feedback and support participatory monitoring
Coordinate with kebele leaders, health extension workers, and project staff for smooth implementation

Location: Moyale

Deadline: November 30, 2025

How to Apply:

Excited to take on a new Challenge…

Then send us your application (application letter, detailed CV containing contact details of their references) electronically through SOS Children Villages Application portal (ICIMS)