Psychosocial Project Coordinator

Mercy Corps, an international non-governmental relief and development agency, is seeking candidates for the following positions for our office in Gaza.

Duration: 4.5 months with possibility of extension
Main Responsibilities:
The Psychosocial Project Coordinator will be responsible for the fieldlevel coordination of the psychosocial activities for children carried out in partnership with local community-based organisations and local and international specialist organisations in the field of international mental health.

Requirements:
Candidates must have excellent organizational skills, the ability to coordinate effectively with others and enjoy working independently. A degree in psychology and proficiency in MS Office, excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic, and possession of a valid driving license are required.

Note: Persons with a disability are highly encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a one page cover letter outlining how their skills and experience match our requirements and their CV by e-mail to [email protected] no later than November 14, 2009. Only short-listed candidates who currently reside in the Gaza Strip will be contacted.