Project Officer - Psychosocial Counselor at Refugee Consortium of Kenya

RCK’s core mandate is to: provide legal aid services and psycho-social counseling; engage in advocacy for policy change and to develop legislation in line with international instruments regarding the management of refugees and other forced migrants; and to raise awareness regarding the plight and rights of the vulernable groups through research and inf...

 

Project Officer - Psychosocial Counselor

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
  • Experience2 years
  • LocationGarissa
  • Job FieldConsultancy  , Project Management 

JOB PURPOSE:

  • Provide direct counselling to Forcibly Displaced and Stateless Persons (FDSPs) (individual and group); support GBV case-management; implement project activities (psychosocial & peace-building).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide counseling services and other short term therapeutic services to refugees, other forced migrants and host community in individual and group settings.
  • Support survivors of GBV.
  • Assist in the development of training materials and facilitate internal and external capacity building activities on a variety of topics.
  • In conjunction with the other counselors, coordinate the assessment, planning and implementing of psychosocial programs.
  • Conduct surveys and studies relating to psychosocial status and patterns of population groups as directed.
  • Prepare monthly reports and donor related reports within schedule.
  • Support the development of proposals for fundraising for program work.
  • Coordinate services to beneficiaries with other organizational entities involved in psychosocial and mental health services.
  • Prepare monthly reports and donor related reports within schedule.
  • Support the development of proposals for fundraising for program work.
  • Coordinate services to beneficiaries with other organizational entities involved in psychosocial and mental health services.
  • Conduct home visits to assess individual psychosocial needs.
  • Provide support to social workers in the tracking of cases and maintaining records and database of clients.
  • Implement project activities (psycho-social, and peace-building) e.g. facilitating forums, trainings etc.
  • Train and supervise community-based workers at the camps
  • Support interns to strengthen service delivery
  • Ensure collaboration with other agencies in providing humanitarian support
  • Assist in the day to day office administrative duties.
  • Ensure professionalism in services delivery and ethics while performing other duties as required.
  • Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required, commensurate with your grade.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • Diploma in counselling studies from a recognized university or Diploma in Social work and Community Development (KNEC).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Counseling Psychology is an added advantage.
  • Must a registered member of Kenya Counselling and Psychological Association (KCPA).
  • Two years’ experience with NGO or related environment is an added advantage.
  • Strong analytical and report writing skills
  • Proficiency in English and Kiswahili.
  • Good team player with excellent multi-cultural interpersonal skills able to exercise diplomacy, flexibility and assertiveness.
  • Technology Awareness. Fully proficient computer skills and ability to use relevant software applications, in particular information databases, internet/intranet services, library sources etc

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Professionalism: In-depth theoretical knowledge of and significant experience in relevant fields of counseling, Strong analytical, problem solving and drafting skills. Discretion and sound judgment in applying legal expertise to sensitive, complex legal issues.
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication (written, spoken and presentational) skills. Proficiency in English and Kiswahili.
  • Technology Awareness: Fully proficient computer skills and ability to use relevant software applications, in particular information databases, internet/intranet services, library sources, etc.
  • Teamwork: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds with respect for diversity.
  • Managing Performance: Ability to supervise, coach, mentor and develop junior staff as required.

Method of Application

To submit your application, send a cover letter along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating expected salary, 3 professional referees including your last supervisor and their email contacts.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Shortlisted applicants may be contacted as soon as Friday, 26th January 2024.
Send your application to:
The Recruitment Committee,
Subject Line: “Application for Project Officer (Psychosocial Counselor) – Dadaab, Garissa or Kakuma”
Email: careers@rckkenya.org ”

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