MHPSS Manager at HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

•  A Minimum of master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, Social Work or related field
•  7 years working in a management position with at least 3 years in Project Management with a specific focus on MHPSS programming.
•  Experience in community based MHPSS, GBV, Child Protection and related sectors program implementation approaches to refuges and host communities in a humanitarian context
•  Demonstrated ability and experience to supervise and oversee technical work in MHPSS in a humanitarian setting. Preference for candidates who have previous experience with direct service provision to vulnerable refugee and migrant populations.
•  Trained in counselling/clinical supervision and active registration with a professional association (Kenya Counselling and Psychological Association/Kenya Psychological Association/Kenya National Association of Social Workers)
•  Demonstrated experience with operationalizing MHPSS Global standards and principles, including knowledge of international humanitarian standards for MHPSS programming.
•  Strong training and capacity building experience, particularly using participatory techniques for training related to different components of MHPSS programming.
•  Self-starter with an ability to work with minimal supervision, in a culturally diverse team
•  Excellent Analytical, Communication and Report writing skills
•  Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders
•  Ability to maintain one’s composure while under pressure
•  Knowledge in Accountability to Affected Populations
•  Knowledge in PSEA