Psychologist (Akkar & T5)

IOCC is looking for a Part-time Psychologist who will be responsible for implementing Psychosocial Support (PSS) activities with the children and adults in the targeted areas.

• Develop protection session plan and conduct psychosocial and awareness activities for Syrian refugees
• Identify protection concerns and provide psychological support to cases of concern.
• Make necessary and timely referrals when needed, respecting confidentiality and the beneficiary’s right
• Conduct discussion groups, focus groups.
• Hold a monthly meeting with the field staff and Program Coordinators to follow up on the beneficiaries’ status and psychosocial intervention.
• Ensure timely reporting of the activities to the Senior Field Officer
• Assist in organizing protection events for the beneficiaries.
• Build the capacity of the field staff on psychological issues, when necessary.
• Attend the Protection working groups
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Good organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and initiative taker. 
• Good report writing skills.
• Ability to communicate with vulnerable populations.
• Advanced knowledge in psychosocial / psychological interventions (Child protection, Sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), art therapy etc...)
• Dynamic personality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English; French is a plus.

Experience:

• 2-3 years of work experience.
• Previous experience in NGO and humanitarian field is an advantage.
• Previous experience in working with children and vulnerable populations is an advantage.

Working Conditions

Stationed in the field (covering Akkar and T5), with frequent visits to IOCC office.

The candidate should have his/her own car