Psychologist

Organization Overview :        Since its creation in 1960, the mission of Terre des hommes (Tdh) has been to come to the aid of children in need. It endeavors at all times to defend the rights of children, in times of war and natural disasters, or in less publicized situations of distress. Today, the Terre des hommes Foundation is a significant force among children’s aid organizations in Switzerland and throughout the world. Tdh has development projects and emergency relief programs in more than 30 countries in two core areas: healthcare and child protection. Every year, Tdh offers sustainable solutions and a better future for over one million children and their relatives.   JOB: PSYCHOLOGIST Job description: Provide projects with technical support (collaboration with branch leaders and operational teams, support / participation in training players)Design intervention and activity programs and coordinate their implementationDevelop a dynamic both within Tdh (links between Tdh projects and delegations in his/her field) and externally (regional partnership, working as a network, centres of expertise and working groups, etc.)Set up all the activities that will contribute to a child's growth and development and that of his/her family, for every project of the Terre des hommes delegation . Strategy and policy Alongside the program coordinator, contribute to the development of the mission's intervention strategies Make sure that the Tdh strategy and policy are implemented in his/her field Fully understand the strategic plan, operational plans and logical frameworks of the different projects Research and development Identify and share information, research, best practice in the projects and the relevant tools used in his/her field with the programme coordinator Initiate discussions on improvements to be made in his/her field Personnel  management / team management Communicate and collaborate in accordance with the communication contract and participate in implementing it Exchange information with his/her line manager on a regular basis and assist with circulating information following normal communication channels Support facilitators in the accomplishment of their different activities Help develop synergies within the delegation Participate in technical manager meetings Together with area leaders, define intervention methods according to the specified objectives Bring forward proposals in his/her field of activity Skills development Be responsible for his/her own continuing training to develop his/her skills Identify the training needs of the project teams in his/her area of practice Take part in training sessions and extraordinary meetings initiated by superiors Suggest training modules in collaboration with the project leaders Develop appropriate tools and training modules Lead training sessions for project teams Continually identify any new guidance requirements for the teams Organise training on the tools and techniques connected with his/her field Proactively advise and support area leaders and colleagues Demonstrate listening skills, flexibility, self-control, analysis and reasoning in situations Share and, if necessary, create planning, monitoring and evaluation tools which can be adapted to different projects Help the teams to use the tools and develop them further Budget  Draw up the budget for the action plan in his/her field of work Adhere to and enforce current budget guidelines and the budget Administration / logistics and recovery services Carry out all the administrative activities relevant to his/her mission Adhere to and enforce current administrative and logistical regulations and procedures Advocacy - Representation - Networking Identify positive and innovative experiences in the zones and share them with his/her peers and line managers In general, make sure that a positive and professional image of the Foundation is conveyed. In particular, ensure that the Foundation's mandate, ethics, values and views are followed in relation to third parties. Represent Tdh at strategic meetings in his/her field of intervention Work with the government structures and other players involved in his/her field of intervention If necessary, build up a relational network with the other NGOs which operate in the same field of activity Information / Publications / Communication / Reporting (EN) Produce/assist with publications, media activities in collaboration with his/her peers and the Head of Delegation  Create external communication tools Draw up the monthly and annual activity reports Provide an analysis and follow-up of the outcomes of the intervention projects with suggestions for adjustment where necessary  Project Cycle Management Ensure GCP standards are followed in implementing the the project Support the project leader in using proper methods for collecting project data Values In his/her professional activities, adhere to the values defined in the strategic plan: commitment, expertise, integrity and self-reliance Work in different cultural backgrounds and in difficult situations, deal with confrontation due to differences (intercultural) Abuse Prevention Policy (CPP) - Operational Risk Management Comply with the Child Protection Policy, Safety Policy and Anti-Fraud and Corruption Policy Report any breach observed in the framework of this policy during his/her professional activities both as regards the proven or suspected offence and a preventive breach. Undertake to ensure that this policy is implemented as successfully as possible in the countries for which he/she is responsible and is regularly updated  Other Be available to carry out any other tasks deemed useful by his/her direct manager Psychological counseling activities for the beneficiaries Set up effective methodological tools for the psychological assessment of children taking into account the context and assess children needs Provide psychological care for children living on the sites through setting up assistance suitable for their specific needs Design and update on a regular basis spychologists files in order to track the progress of activities Report the most serious cases which require specific actions or responses  Work closely with the project staff and the partners involved to resolve the children's problems Support the facilitators (Carers, Community Facilitators, advisors) in organising and running dedicated children's areas by initiating activities, taking into account the needs of the children (recreational and sports activities, activities facilitating integration, family and community mediation, the socialisation of children with specific needs, etc.) Participate / provide technical support in formulating sensitive themes and support strategies for the children on the sites Collaborate with parents and caregivers to ensure the child's wellness and progress Use creative and multiple approaches in therapy: be flexible and to adapt the approach to the child best interest Implement Tdh's outreach approach: visit child's house for therapy sessions Be available to carry out any other tasks deemed useful by his/her direct manager Skills required Excellent communication and listening skills Honesty and integrity Empathy and ability to work with people in distress Willingness to work with individuals of different cultures and ages Ability to remain calm in stressful situations, and difficult environments To be able to question one's self  Respect confidentiality