Youth Development & Wellbeing Officer
Job Responsibilities
- Provide emotional mentoring and behavioral support to children
- Supervise daily group activities and youth programs
- Encourage teamwork, discipline, and resilience
- Monitor children's wellbeing and report any concerns
- Support children during personal challenges or crisis situations
- Maintain a safe, structured, and values-driven environment
- Ensure strict adherence to safeguarding policies
Requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries
- Good understanding of child behavior and development
- Ability to manage group activities effectively
- High emotional intelligence and patience
Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries
- Good understanding of child behavior and development
- Ability to manage group activities effectively
Safeguarding & Compliance Mandatory
- Strong commitment to child protection
- Willingness to follow safeguarding policies strictly
- Must pass background and reference checks
Education
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following preferred:
- Social Work
- Psychology
- Education
- Youth Development
- Or any relevant field
Experience
- 2–4 years of experience working with children or youth
- Experience in one or more of the following:
- Schools or Madrasas
- NGOs or youth programs
- Residential or community environments
- Experience in mentoring or behavior management is highly preferred
Other Details
Personal Attributes
- Compassionate and approachable
- Calm under pressure
- Responsible and disciplined
- Positive role model for children
- Team player with collaborative mindset
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: BDT 13,000 – 15,000 based on experience
- Residential accommodation if required
- Free Wi-Fi and meals
- Training and development opportunities
About the Company
- Company Name: Cap Foundation the Guardians
- Company Profile:
- Sylhet
