09/02/2023
Here's an opportunity to be part of the Star for Life team!
Position: Life Skills Coach X 2
Employment Type: Three-year renewable contract
Placement: Hluhluwe Office, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Closing Date: 15 February 2023
Star for Life is a non-profit organisation with the mission to inspire young people to value learning, acquire the knowledge and skills they need for productive work, and live healthy and meaningful lives.
Star for Life has developed a unique set of programs and workshops that we are currently running in 102 schools in South Africa and Namibia to add value to the regular Life Orientation curriculum.
Our method empowers learners with self-esteem to adopt positive attitudes and constructive behaviors.
We are seeking the services of 2 Life Skills Coaches who will be based in schools with the purpose of providing support to learners through structured programs and consultations to assist the learners to achieve their dreams.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Implement a prescribed Star for Life program in schools to motivate the learners to value their learning and build their self-esteem.
Performing the following duties but not limited to:
a) Classroom sessions for learners from Grade 8 to Grade 12.
b) Learner workshops.
c) In collaboration with other stakeholders, organize Awareness Campaigns in schools and surrounding communities.
d) Provide individual and or group consultations to learners.
Minimum Requirements:
• Matric / Grade 12 + a Four-year Bachelor of Social Work Degree
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession.
• Self-driven and highly motivated young person.
• Strong values and principles
• Demonstrate a positive and friendly attitude.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.
• Report writing skills essential.
• Valid code 10 driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:
• Basic understanding and knowledge of the NGO sector in South Africa