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  • Posted: Feb 20, 2023
    Deadline: Feb 27, 2023
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    RCK’s core mandate is to: provide legal aid services and psycho-social counseling; engage in advocacy for policy change and to develop legislation in line with international instruments regarding the management of refugees and other forced migrants; and to raise awareness regarding the plight and rights of the vulernable groups through research and inf...
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    Psychosocial Intern (Dadaab)

    JOB PURPOSE:

    To provide psychosocial support to the organization  on issues relating to and affecting the refugee community.

    REPORTING LINES:

    • Post holder reports to: Assistant Program Manager – Dadaab
    • Staff reporting to this post: None

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Offer psychosocial counselling to refugees at RCK’s Legal Aid Clinics, Dadaab Law Courts, and Police Stations upon instructions by the Supervisor;
    • Conduct Case management and conducting follow up refugees and asylum seekers and while making relevant consultations with the programme;
    • Offer short term therapeutic services to refugees, other forced migrants and host community in individual and group settings;
    • Update and manage the client databases.
    • Produce weekly and monthly statistics and reports while contributing to the development of legal services.
    • Assist in organizing and facilitating psychoeducation sessions with the community members
    • Conduct home visits to assess individual psychosocial needs;
    • Assist in the day to day office administrative duties.
    • To take part in RCK functions as may be specified from time to time.

    QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

    • Diploma in counselling studies from a recognized university or a Diploma in Social work and Community Development(KNEC)
    • Bachelor’s degree in Counseling Psychology is an added advantage.
    • Proficiency in English and Kiswahili. Somali is an added advantage

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    • The Job is complex, sensitive and stressful. Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel. Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions.

    Behaviour Competencies:

    • Professionalism: In-depth theoretical knowledge of and significant experience in relevant fields of refugee law, Strong analytical, problem solving and drafting skills. Discretion and sound judgment in applying legal expertise to sensitive, complex legal issues.
    • Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication (written, spoken and presentational) skills. Proficiency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of French is desired.
    • Technology Awareness: Fully proficient computer skills and ability to use relevant software applications, in particular information databases, internet/intranet services, library sources, etc.
    • Teamwork: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds with respect for diversity.
    • Managing Performance: Ability to supervise, coach, mentor and develop junior staff as required

    Method of Application

    To submit your application, send a cover letter along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating expected salary, 3 professional referees including your last supervisor and their email contacts, to be received by 5.00pm, Monday 27th February 2023.

    Send your application to:

    The Recruitment Committee,
    Subject Line: “Application for Psychosocial Intern (Dadaab)
    Email: careers@rckkenya.org”

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