Required Qualifications and competencies:
- University degree in psychology, or related field.
- Proven experience employed as a Counselor in the direct provision of counseling or -psychosocial support services to adults and children.
- Minimum three (3) years professional experience, preferably in the NGO sector.
- Experience in working with vulnerable/marginalized populations.
- Experience working with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma informed approach preffered;
- Excellent ability to assess and intervene with appropriate and effective intervention.
- Excellent report writing and communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people;
- Group counseling and facilitation skills essential; ability to communicate effectively, problem-solve and crisis manage.
- English language skills and ability to work in English preferred;
- Excellent command of MS Office and other computer programs, including good typing skills.
- Excellent team working skill, diplomacy, and ability to work in a multicultural environment -and under pressure.
- Ability to travel and work outside of the office.
- Critical thinking skills, flexibility, and commitment to serving vulnerable people.
