Handicap International Careers in South Sudan

Handicap International Senior Psychologist – Jobs in South Sudan

Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity.

Handicap International is an independent and impartial aid and development organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside disabled and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.

Your different responsibilities:

· Provide necessary technical support in the definition of the project strategy, implementation, monitoring and reporting

· Organize staff development for HI staff and implementing partners

· Represent HI and support the development of key documents at the national level in South Sudan and at the regional level as per the need.

· Coordinate and liaise with relevant operational and technical support staff of HI

Profile:

· You hold a Master degree in Psychology

· You have at least 3 years’ experience in working with NGOs and civil society in developing and emergency contexts

· You have experience of working in Mental Health; psychosocial activities….

· You prove ability to

mobilize community networks and in advocacy

· You have excellent reporting capacity (written and oral in English)

· You are patient, flexible and have diplomacy abilities

· You are proactive, have very good communication skills in respect of individual and cultural differences

· You are stress resistant in a very challenging surrounding

· You are fluent in English

Characteristics of the Positions

· Possibility of few travels outside Juba.
· Rural areas with very badly shaped roads, few infrastructure and NGO leaving in compounds. The different sites of intervention are accessible by plane through WFP-run services.
· The rainy season in South Sudan goes from May/June to September/October. During this period, movements are mostly limited since the roads are impracticable.
· Housing: The office and the Guesthouses are in one compound in Juba. The compound is in the centre of Town. The accommodation in Juba is simple but comfortable. Each staff has his/her own self-contained room with Air Conditioner & bathroom.
· The living conditions are basic but acceptable (generator, water tanks, internet, small gym, TV)

How to Apply:

For more information and job application details, see; Handicap International Senior Psychologist – Jobs in South Sudan

Closing date: 28 May 2017