Vacancy title:
Social Worker

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Social Services & Nonprofit]

Jobs at:
The Methodist Church in Kenya

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 14 2026

Duty Station:
Meru | Meru

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 29 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About MCK Kaaga Synod

The Methodist Church in Kenya (MCK Kaaga Synod) is dedicated to holistic ministry, community empowerment, and social welfare across the Meru region. We strive to support vulnerable individuals and families through compassion, faith-driven outreach, and professional social services.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and structured **Social Worker** to join our team in Meru. The ideal candidate will combine professional social work expertise with strong Christian values to assess community needs, deliver psychosocial support, and manage welfare initiatives within the Synod.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management & Counseling: Conduct intake assessments, provide counseling, and deliver social support to individuals and families in need.
• Community Engagement: Facilitate social welfare programs, community outreach efforts, and church-led intervention projects.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate, confidential client case files, progress reports, and administrative documentation.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate with local administration, community groups, and faith-based partners to maximize outreach impact.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Diploma in Social Work from a recognized institution (A Diploma in Counseling Psychology will be an added advantage).
• Secondary Education: Minimum KCSE mean grade of C (Plain).
• Technical Skills: Valid Certificate in computer software applications/packages.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ active experience in a similar social work role.
• Languages: Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
• Personal Attributes: A mature Christian of high integrity and good moral standing.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates must submit a hard-copy application package containing the following documents:

1. Formal Application Letter
2. Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including contact details for two (2) professional referees
3. Copies of academic and professional certificates
4. Copies of testimonials
5. Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
6. Recommendation letter from your pastor

Please send or deliver your complete physical application packet to:

The Synod Bishop

MCK Kaaga Synod

P.O. Box 269 - 60200, Meru, Kenya

• Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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