Protection PSS Facilitator – Benue

Key Responsibilities

Provide support for comprehensive psychosocial counselling to survivors, focused on a survivor-centred approach.
Provide assessment and counselling both at the individual and group level as the situation demands.
Participate in the design of psychosocial support interventions at field level.
Develop and implement age-appropriate psychosocial and recreational activities for women and girls.
Conduct sensitization, dialogue, and awareness sessions with the community members about issues of trauma and other mental health-related issues.
Support case workers and outreach workers in the dissemination of relevant psychosocial awareness information during community activities.
Support in the management and running of the safe spaces.
Regularly provide field reports of project progress to your supervisor.
Contribute to a positive team environment.
Submit a monthly report for review and approval.
Ensure you practice self-care.
Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the organization.

Desired Qualifications & Experience Essential

B.Sc / BA or diploma in Psychology, Counselling or a related/recognized field
2 – 3 years’ experience working with an NGO or CBO Page
At least 2 – 3 years' relevant experience in protection for women and girls/violence against women and girls
Knowledge of the local languages is an advantage
Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is an added advantage
Female-only position
Willingness to work in Benue and/or Borno States
Ability to manage stress and practice self-care in humanitarian settings.

Experience in the following areas is an asset:

Psychosocial support (PSS) and counselling for GBV survivors
Safe space management and facilitation of recreational activities
Community sensitization on trauma and mental health
Working with IDPs, host communities or camp settings
Survivor-centred approach and GBV case management principles
Knowledge of protection and GBV principles and minimum standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong counselling and facilitation skills for individual and group sessions
Good interpersonal and communication skills for community engagement
Ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive issues and use sound judgement
Sensitive to cultural differences and an understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding gender-based violence, protection and assistance to vulnerable populations
Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office products, email, and the internet for reporting
Fluency in English (written and spoken); knowledge of Hausa and/or other local languages spoken in Borno and Benue is a strong asset
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under pressure in humanitarian settings
Commitment to self-care and maintaining personal well-being while supporting others