Job Title: - House Mother

Reporting to: - Head of House mothers

Department: -Social Work

Location: - Addis Ababa Debora Light House.

Job Type: Part Time, With the possibility of extension to full-time

Main Purpose: 

To ensure that the Lighthouse provides a safe, nurturing, and welcoming temporary home for children. The Housemother is responsible for overall supervision during day night-time, weekends, and Holidays ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all children in residence.

Duties & Responsibilities

          1, Child Care and Supervision

• Provide a balanced approach of love, discipline, and care to all children.
• Treat all children equally, impartially, and fairly in all matters.
• Conduct regular night checks (every two hours) to ensure the safety and well-being of all children.
• Administer prescribed medication as directed by the Lighthouse nurse.
• Support children in maintaining personal hygiene and caring for their personal belongings.
• Ensure children complete daily household responsibilities (e.g., cleaning rooms and toilets).

• Demonstrate patience, emotional stability, and flexibility in all interactions.

  2, Behavior Management and Safeguarding

• Adhere strictly to the Hope for Justice Child Safeguarding Policy.
• Implement non-violent discipline and positive behavior management techniques.
• Report any serious illness or disciplinary concerns to the designated project staff.

• In cases of sudden illness, promptly contact the nurse, clearly communicate the issue, and follow medical instructions.

  3, Training and Collaboration

• Deliver weekly Child Wellbeing training sessions in collaboration with the Social Worker and Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO).
• Liaise effectively with Hope for Justice project staff regarding child welfare, health, and behavioral matters.
• Maintain open and professional communication with all team members to ensure coordinated care and support.

Educational Background

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Additional training or certification in childcare, social work, psychology, or a related field is highly desirable.

Professional Experience

• Proven experience in childcare, preferably in an organizational or institutional setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work with vulnerable children, including those with trauma backgrounds.
• Experience in implementing safeguarding policies and procedures in line with organizational standards.
• Familiarity with administering medication and supporting children’s health and hygiene needs.
• Prior involvement in delivering training or educational sessions related to child wellbeing is an asset.

Soft Skills

• Empathy and Compassion

  Ability to connect with children emotionally and understand their needs, especially those who have experienced trauma.

• Patience and Emotional Stability

  Calm and composed demeanor, especially in challenging or stressful situations.

• Integrity and Fairness

  Treats all children equally and impartially, upholding ethical standards.

• Flexibility and Adaptability

  Willingness to adjust to changing needs, schedules, and behaviors of children.

• Strong Communication Skills

  Able to communicate clearly and respectfully with children, staff, and external stakeholders.

• Conflict Resolution

  Capable of managing disputes or behavioral issues constructively and peacefully.

• Team Collaboration

  Works effectively with social workers, nurses, and other staff to ensure holistic care.

• Resilience

            Maintains motivation and focus despite emotional or physical challenges.

Technical Skills

• Basic First Aid and Emergency Response

  Ability to administer first aid and respond appropriately to medical emergencies.

  Certification in First Aid is highly desirable.

• Child Care and Development Knowledge

  Understanding of child development stages and needs.

  Familiarity with trauma-informed care practices.

• Behavior Management Techniques

  Skills in non-violent discipline and conflict resolution.

  Ability to implement behavior support plans.

• Safeguarding and Protection Protocols

  Knowledge of child safeguarding policies and procedures.

  Ability to identify and report protection concerns.

• Medication Administration

  Competence in administering prescribed medication safely and accurately.

• Basic Household Management

  Ability to oversee cleanliness, hygiene, and daily routines within the facility.

• Record Keeping and Reporting

  Ability to maintain accurate logs of incidents, health checks, and daily activities.

• Communication and Collaboration

  Skills in liaising with nurses, social workers, and other staff effectively.

For all roles: 

Understand and uphold the standards outlined in the Hope for Justice Safeguarding policies, acting with due care and attention to safeguard the wellbeing of anyone that comes into contact with our work and reporting concerns if they do arise. The employee will go through security and safeguarding training as part of their induction and will have refresher training annually. All employees will be referenced checked, and police checked prior to starting their position. 

How To Apply

Application Instructions 

Hope for Justice Ethiopia kindly invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of House Mother Part Time.

To apply, please submit your application letter and CV as a single PDF or Word document. Ensure the subject line of your email clearly states: House Mother Part Time. Applications should be sent to: hr.admin.et@hopeforjustice.org.

In your application, kindly include the following:

• Your expected monthly basic salary in ETB
• Your notice period

Please note: This position is open to female applicants only, due to the nature of the role which involves providing direct care and supervision to girls residing at the Lighthouse. This requirement is based on safeguarding considerations and the need to maintain a safe and supportive environment for the children.

Hope for Justice is committed to equality, inclusion, and diversity in all recruitment practices. All applicants are assessed solely on the basis of merit, without regard to age, marital status, ethnicity, gender, skin color, country of origin, or religion.

We uphold a zero-tolerance policy toward safeguarding violations. Protection from all forms of abuse is a shared responsibility, and all staff members are expected to adhere to the organization’s Code of Conduct. It is essential that all employees understand and act in accordance with this safeguarding commitment.

Successful candidates will be required to present a Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the Crime Investigation Bureau.

Application Deadline: October 12, 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment