UN Children's Fund Psychosocial Support Consultant Jobs in Ethiopia

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Qualifications

  • An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in social sciences, social work, child psychology, mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), community health, education, international relations, or other field directly related to the substantive area identified in the job title.*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
  • A minimum of eight (8) of relevant professional experience in the area of psychosocial support and child protection including gender-based violence, emergency and non-emergency settings.
  • Demonstrable knowledge, skills and experience in psychosocial support programming including direct service provision in PSS, survivor-centered approaches in GBV, and multi-sectoral approaches and prevention and response to violence, exploitation and abuse.
  • Prior experience in Child Protection Programming and Management, experience in emergency programming is essential, including a good understanding of the refugee situations and response.
  • Experience of working in emergency and non-emergency situation especially in partnership with local Government.
  • Experience in culturally sensitive programming, essential.
  • Knowledge of humanitarian emergency operations and roles/responsibilities of humanitarian actors
  • Knowledge, skills and experience in participatory methods for community development and mobilization.

    How to apply

  • Interested candidates should apply online by 7th August, 2018

  • For more information and job application details, see; UN Children's Fund Psychosocial Support Consultant Jobs in Ethiopia

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