Psychosocial Consultant at Refugee Consortium of Kenya (RCK)

OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY

The consultant shall ensure:

• Provision of psychosocial counselling to refugee survivors of VAWG and host community members.
• Awareness on prevention and response to VAWG within the refugee community is enhanced in Garissa and Nairobi.
• RCK and partner staff supported in the activities carried around prevention and response to VAWG.
• Referrals and networks to other agencies that work with RCK on counselling matters as per RCK mandate maintained.
• Contribute to the development of psychosocial related IEC materials

DESCRIPTION OF TASKS

• Provide psychosocial counselling to at primary beneficiaries amongst refugees other forced migrants and host community in individual and group settings.
• Carry out psychoeducation forum targeting community members.
• Train/ provide refresher sessions for community based counsellors on psychological first aid (PFA)
• Conduct community dialogue forum targeting at least anti-VAGW champions, community leaders and other members of the community on VAWG prevention and response
• Coordinate debriefing session for staff to address secondary trauma.
• Hold radio show on VAWG prevention and response targeting the general public in Garissa
• Facilitate the distribution of IEC materials on VAWG prevention and response and refugee protection
• Facilitate and Participate in day training sessions for court users committees, law enforcement and health professionals.
• Train translators in order to enhance communication with women and girls at the legal aid clinics, courts of law and the police station
• Participate and conduct training of women on entrepreneurship skills
• Assist in the development of training materials and facilitate in internal and external capacity building activities on Psycho social related topics.
• In conjunction with the lead counselor, coordinate the assessment, planning and implementing of psychosocial programs.
• Conduct surveys and studies relating to psychosocial status and patterns of population groups as directed.
• Prepare quality monthly internal and donor reports within schedule.
• Coordinate services to beneficiaries with other organizational entities involved in psychosocial and mental health services.
• Conduct home visits to assess individual psychosocial needs.
• Provide support to social workers in the tracking of cases and maintaining records and database of clients.
• Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required, commensurate with your grade.

EXPECTED DELIVARABLES AND OUTPUTS

The shortlisted consultant is therefore expected to provide the following deliverables:

• Deliverable 1: Provide monthly Work plan in line with RCK operational and Strategic plan, UN Trust project objectives and agreed on targets.
• Deliverable 2: Satisfactory quarterly and bi annual consultancy reports as per the donor reporting dates and RCK operational requirements
• Deliverable 3: End of consultancy report
• Deliverable 4: Training reports and attendance lists
• Deliverable 5: Quarterly project reports and other reports required by the donor
• Deliverable 6: Updates/briefs of meetings, events, workshops, trainings and forum attended

CONSULTANCY TIME FRAME

This consultancy covers a period of 6 months starting 01 April 2020. The consultancy is renewal subject to performance and availability of funds as supported by the donor. The project is anticipated to end 31st October 2022.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE CONSULTANT

REQUIRED EXPERTISE

•     Bachelor’s degree in counseling, Psychology or a related field, or a Higher Diploma in Counseling/Social work with 3 years’ experience working in an institution.
•     Previous field experience within a Humanitarian NGO/Agency in the same or similar position is an added advantage.
•     Registered with the Kenya Counsellors and Psychologist’s Association (KCPA)
•     Strong analytical and report writing skills
•     Proficiency in English and Kiswahili
•     Technology Awareness. Fully proficient computer skills and ability to use relevant software applications, in particular information databases, internet/intranet services, library sources etc.

EXPERIENCE

•  Two years’ experience with NGO or related environment; experience with the nature of work RCK’s activities is an added advantage.
•  Two years’ experience of having worked on prevention and awareness of GBV programmes.

LANGUAGE:

Fluency in English and Kiswahili

Behavior Competencies:

• Professionalism: In-depth theoretical knowledge of and significant experience in relevant fields of legal counseling, 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.
• 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

REPORTING LINE

• The consultant shall report directly to the Senior Programmes Officer
• Shall work closely with Assistant Project Managers – Legal with peer lines to APOs, Nairobi, Dadaab, Garissa and Kakuma.
• He/She will refer any matters of the contract to Finance and Admin Office; Human Resources Officer.
• S/he may be assigned interns, volunteers, CBCs, translators and monitors.