SUPERVISOR :
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Coordinator
Location:
Maiduguri and Damboa
contract Duration:
6 Months (with possibility of extension)
monthly working hours
208 hours ( from Monday to Friday, occasional weekend work)
RESPONSABILITIES AND TASKS DESCRIPTION
Deliver one-on-one (Individual) and group counselling sessions to identified clients through MDM Clinics, and in line with MDM integrated approach
Develop psychosocial activities; community mobilization, awareness raising, creation of family support group, working on family links etc.
Support MH Coord in delivering training, workshops etc as outlined in the project.
Support in the creation of materials including publicity documents, workshops contents.
Engage with the community to deliver and promote MDM MHPSS project activities in the designated locations.
Assist in writing monthly, quarterly, annual reports, monitoring and evaluation activity and progress reports of project activities including monthly reporting to the MHPSS Coordinator.
On request support MH Coord in specific tasks
Maintain a positive image of MDM at all times and in all circumstances.
Note: This job description is not exhausted and the staff member may be asked from time to time to perform duties over and above those described here. The staff member is also expected to maintain confidentiality of all beneficiaries and internal information at all times.
Eligibility CriteriaEssential
Be educated to Degree/Diploma level in Psychology, Counselling, Social Sciences, Community Development or related field from a recognized institution
Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in related work within an INGO or organization similar setting.
Experience in MHPSS project implementation within an INGO setting
Good knowledge of counseling and community mobilization methods and tools
Good spoken and written English
Good spoken and written Hausa , with at least one other local language: Kanuri and Marghi, Shuwa, Fulani,
Good communicator with proven organizational skills
Previous experience in TOT
Ability to work harmoniously in a team setting
Willingness to work long hours and weekends when necessary
Good computer skills (Microsoft word,Power Point and Excel)
Desirable
Experience in supporting medical team and community based organizations
Experience of working with Hospital could be added advantage
Knowledge about MHPSS
Experience working with survivors of trauma, including GBV
Working in emergency and development project
Exposure to research
Good knowledge of Borno state.
Send CV + cover letter explaining why you consider yourself suitable for this position and providing a valid email and telephone contact to No. 149 Abubakar Grangrang street, off Damboa road, Behind NTA, Maiduguri or by email to: recruitment.nigeria@medecinsdumonde.netEnsure to place “Female Psychosocial Support Counsellor” in the subject lineOnly shortlisted candidates will be contactedStarting date: ASAPOur process of selection include some written tests and oral interviewsInterviews written test and interviews will be done in MaiduguriApplications not meeting the minimum qualifications or received after the expiry date of this Vacancy Notice shall not be considered. If you have not heard from the employer in ONE week from the closure date of this Vacancy Notice please consider your application as unsuccessful.MDM would like to thank all applicants for their interest.MDM is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from anyone persons regardless of your gender.
Apply via :
recruitment.nigeria@medecinsdumonde.netE