Psychologist of the mobile group in People in Need

Place of work: Mykolaiv

Start date: January-February 2025

Duration of the contract:

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The organization "Man in trouble" has been operating in Ukraine since the beginning of August 2014 and since then humanitarian programs are expanding rapidly. Currently, "A person in need" is one of the main humanitarian organizations in Ukraine, which provides neutral and independent humanitarian assistance to people affected by the conflict.

PIN is an equal opportunity employer, so applications are accepted from all qualified applicants without discrimination on any basis, including race, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and others PIN accepts applications from representatives of various groups and values ​​diversity.

General information about the role of the employee:

Under the general direction of the Senior Specialist in Psychosocial Work, implements measures of psychosocial directions  If necessary, joins the program team to provide immediate support in places where it is needed.

Specific duties and responsibilities

• Provides psycho-emotional support and Psychological first aid (PPD), provides emergency, urgent, crisis counseling to the affected population, in case of need for support - if necessary, together with the project team, makes trips within the country to provide such support in those places where it is urgently needed.
• Prevents stigmatization and provides appropriate answers to requests for more detailed information (psychological education about the work of a psychologist, symptoms of stress, psychological first aid, emotional burnout, etc.)< /li>
• Organizes and conducts group training sessions, according to the needs of the population and the team;
• Takes an active part in communication, support, exchange of experience, creation of a positive atmosphere in the team;
• Implements measures aimed at improving the social and psychological state of the population in the form of psychological education, group and individual consultations in accordance with the project methodology; 
• Performs questionnaires, diagnostics, testing and processing of received data;
• Follows the plan to agreed locations in coordination with the mobile team in accordance with the work plan and schedule;
• Systematically analyzes feedback on the results of group and individual activities, makes appropriate changes to the activities;
• Prepares reports and document flow in accordance with established deadlines;
• Helps to ensure the integration of project activities with the overall program of the sector.

Experience and qualifications required

• Higher psychology degree, other qualification or advanced study of MHPSS subject matter including IASC Guidelines, child protection, SGBV.
• 3-5 years practical professional experience with understanding of conflict-related contexts, with experience, for example, in such areas as community mobilization, PSS activities, youth and social workand, including referrals, with various community members in a complex humanitarian context;
• Good reporting skills and analytical abilities;
• Priority will be given to candidates with experience working in humanitarian and international NGOs, participating in projects local organizations;
• At least a basic understanding humanitarian aid or development programs in emergency situations;
• Group work skills and organizational skills;
• Computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Office programs (MS Word, Excel , etc.);
• Understanding humanitarian principles and practices;
• Skills communication and diplomacy;
• Organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work under time constraints.

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on the PIN salary scale: 1,311 USD GROSS to tax collection;
• Medical insurance;
• A positive work environment in an established and growing humanitarian organization;
• Reimbursement of travel expenses between offices and areas of work;
• Opportunities for professional development with assistance various capacity-building activities, such as trainings, seminars, etc.;
• 28 days of annual leave + 3 New Year bonus days of leave.

Application procedure Applications:

Please send clearly marked resumes and motivation letter Please note that we will only contact selected candidates. Written tests and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and the vacancy will be closed upon confirmed application.

Please note that PIN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.