Job Description
Title: Psychologist
Job location: Misrata , Libya
The project “Enhancing the resilience of vulnerable girls, boys and their caregivers in West Libya through access to quality education and child protection services”, funded by UNICEF, intends to promote a favorable protection environment for girls and boys affected by the crisis in Western Libya through protection monitoring, provision of psychosocial assistance, child protection services and safe learning environment. The Psychologist will be in charge of providing Psychosocial Support to refugees and asylum seekers in need of specialized services, with the aim to strengthen their positive coping mechanism and their resilience process.
Safeguarding Policies
Cesvi has zero tolerance approach to any form of abuse and sexual exploitation as well as bullying and a range of non-sexual abuse of power perpetrated by Cesvi employee and related personnel against any individual (children and adults) regardless of age, gender, sexuality, disability, religion or ethnic origin.
Cesvi takes all the complaints and concerns about violence against children and SEA seriously and it initiates rigorous investigation of complaints indicating a possible violation of safeguarding policies as well as of Cesvi Code of Conduct and of Cesvi Ethical Code.
Project areas of intervention:
Cesvi Baity Centers
CSOs in the surrounding areas
Nearby public/private schools
Specific tasks and responsibilities:
Adhere to Children Safeguarding Policy, PSEA Policy, code of conduct, and report conce
Raise awareness of the affected communities about the safeguarding system and how to report concerns
Provide Resilience-Focused PSS to refugees in psychological distress through individual sessions at Baity Center and group support sessions at the Social Center;
Provide technical support and guidance to CP and GBV Case Worker in dealing with cases of GBV survivors and children victim of violence, exploitation and abuse;
Organize training for and conduct regular coaching to Protection field staff on MHPSS, including provision of PFA, Mental health and Psychosocial wellbeing, and recognition of psychological symptoms related to traumatic experiences;
Participate to weekly case management supervision meetings with CP/GBV Supervisors and Case Workers when requested;
Closely coordinate with Social Center activities coordinator for planning and conduction of awareness-raising activities;
Represent CESVI in a professional manner in meetings and ensure good cooperation with local partners and other relevant actors;
Closely coordinate with CESVI staff in the Baity Center and the Social Center to ensure proper coordination, including internal referral and follow up of cases;
Benefits
health Insurance
social security
Job Requirements
University degree in psychology, social work, social administration, social sciences, development studies, or a relevant field is an asset.
At least 1 year experience with UN or Non‐Governmental organizations Experience in handling cases is an asset.
Trainings in child protection and/or GBV minimum standards and gender mainstreaming are an asset.
Previous experience of work with migrant and refugee communities is an asset.
Good understanding of Protection Principles and Case Management standards
Good command of written and spoken English.
Good communication skills and ability to conduct training and awareness campaigns
Good computer skills especially Microsoft packages.
Good organizational and management skills.
Ability to work with minimum supervision
How To Apply
Submit your CV to: [email protected]
NOTE: email subject must include position title