About the Job
Sele Enat Charitable Organization (SECO) is an Ethiopian, child-focused, indigenous, not-for-profit NGO established in 2002. The organization is committed to improving the lives of vulnerable community members—particularly orphaned and vulnerable children—through a range of care models, including:
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Family-based care: family preservation and strengthening, reintegration and reunification, kinship care, foster care, and domestic adoption.
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Community-based care: supported independent living.
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Residential care: providing essential services when alternative care options are not immediately available.
SECO also empowers women economically through skills training and seed funding to help generate income, striving to ensure a brighter future for children and families in Ethiopia.
Location: Addis Ababa
Title: Social Worker
Employment Type: Full-Time
Number Required: 1
Gender: Female
Key Responsibilities
The Social Worker will support SECO’s core programs through direct case management and field activities, including:
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Conducting psychosocial assessments for vulnerable children and families.
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Developing, implementing, and monitoring individual care plans.
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Supporting family tracing, reunification, and family preservation and strengthening efforts.
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Preparing clear, accurate case stories.
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Providing supportive counselling and linking beneficiaries to resources.
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Maintaining confidential and accurate documentation and reports on case progress.
Salary: Based on the organization’s scale.
About You
Key Qualifications and Requirements
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Education: Degree in Social Work.
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Work Experience: 0 years of experience (fresh graduates encouraged to apply).
Required Skills
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Strong commitment to child welfare and family preservation approaches.
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and empathetic listening skills.
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Ability to conduct home assessments and manage sensitive case files responsibly.
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Strong ethical standards in safeguarding the privacy and dignity of beneficiaries.
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Basic computer skills and familiarity with internet usage.
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Adaptability
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Communication skills
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Attention to detail
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Problem-solving ability
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and relevant supporting documents to:
Email: seleenat0@gmail.com
Subject Line: Social Worker Application
Application Deadline: Friday, December 12, 2025, at 8:00 PM
SECO is an equal opportunity employer committed to ethical conduct. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone or email.
