Protection PSS Facilitator - Benue

Key Responsibilities

Provide support for comprehensive psychosocial counselling to survivors, focused on a survivor-centred approach.

Provide assessment and counselling both at the individual and group level as the situation demands.

Participate in the design of psychosocial support interventions at field level.

Develop and implement age-appropriate psychosocial and recreational activities for women and girls.

Conduct sensitization, dialogue, and awareness sessions with the community members about issues of trauma and other mental health-related issues.

Support case workers and outreach workers in the dissemination of relevant psychosocial awareness information during community activities.

Support in the management and running of the safe spaces.

Regularly provide field reports of project progress to your supervisor.

Contribute to a positive team environment.

Submit a monthly report for review and approval.

Ensure you practice self-care.

Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the organization.

Desired Qualifications & Experience Essential

B.Sc / BA or diploma in Psychology, Counselling or a related/recognized field

2 – 3 years’ experience working with an NGO or CBO Page

At least 2 – 3 years' relevant experience in protection for women and girls/violence against women and girls

Knowledge of the local languages is an advantage

Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is an added advantage

Female-only position

Willingness to work in Benue and/or Borno States

Ability to manage stress and practice self-care in humanitarian settings.

Experience in the following areas is an asset:

Psychosocial support (PSS) and counselling for GBV survivors

Safe space management and facilitation of recreational activities

Community sensitization on trauma and mental health

Working with IDPs, host communities or camp settings

Survivor-centred approach and GBV case management principles

Knowledge of protection and GBV principles and minimum standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong counselling and facilitation skills for individual and group sessions

Good interpersonal and communication skills for community engagement

Ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive issues and use sound judgement

Sensitive to cultural differences and an understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding gender-based violence, protection and assistance to vulnerable populations

Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office products, email, and the internet for reporting

Fluency in English (written and spoken); knowledge of Hausa and/or other local languages spoken in Borno and Benue is a strong asset

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under pressure in humanitarian settings

Commitment to self-care and maintaining personal well-being while supporting others

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , OND

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: apply4jdfjobs@gmail.com using the "Protection PSS Facilitator – (Borno or Benue)" as the subject of the mail.

All applications should be in English and must include the following

An application letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how you meet the required qualities and qualifications.

A concise and accurate CV. The CV should include information about your qualifications, relevant training courses, work experience, and the names and contact details of three relevant references.

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