Psychosocial Support Coordinator

Psychosocial Support Coordinator  West Bank/ Gaza Improve Livelihoods and Enhance Economic Development (ILEED)

Location: Gaza Strip

Please Note: This position is anticipated to start in April 2024.

Overview

Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society, and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous, and equitable global community.

Global Communities is seeking a Psychosocial Support Coordinator for the USAID Improve Livelihoods and Enhance Economic Development (ILEED). This five-year, up to $60 million program will focus on promoting resilient livelihoods in Gaza and give households the tools they need to cope with recurrent crises.  ILEED will engage both the demand and supply actors within the conflict affected market system. Programs and activities will support the production of and access to basic products and services that community entrepreneurs are already engaged in producing and providing, as well as encourage community entrepreneurs to fill critical service gaps with localized solutions. ILEED will also work to increasing access to resources and basic commodities to support community development and resilience.

The Psychosocial Support (PSS) Coordinator will support the Community Development and Resilience Team Leader (CDRTL) with all aspects related to PSS programming. We are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to help us build the world we envision: one of expanded opportunity, where crises give way to resilience and all people thrive.

Responsibilities

The PSS Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all PSS activities under ILEED, with a primary focus on partner staff and beneficiaries engaged under ILEED. To ensure that businesspeople have the social and emotional capacity to continue doing the important work that they are doing, and that local partner staff can continue assessing and responding to community needs, it is important to provide them with both the psychosocial support and resources they need.  

Specific Responsibilities include the following:

• Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of PSS activities, including direct one-on-one in-person and remote counseling and PSS discussion services to staff and ILEED beneficiaries.
• Coordinate with local partner, CDRTL, and technical leads to implement PSS activities.
• Coordinate with MEL officer to develop and implement an M&E framework to monitor PSS programming.
• Identify risks associated with PSS programming and ensure compliance with GC’s safeguarding policies.
• Implement GC’s Safeguarding Framework, containing prevention and response policies and procedures in close coordination with relevant departments.
• Establish knowledge sharing and closely coordinate within GC and external partners/stakeholders to improve PSS approaches and avoid duplication.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in development, or related field.
• At least 3 years working experience in PSS programming.
• Experience working with vulnerable communities and an understanding of the local context.
• Demonstrable experience in safeguarding.
• Experience working in insecure environments and adapting programs to mitigate risk.
• Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation and accountability.
• Excellent management and coordination skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Fluency in Arabic and, at least, working level in English.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in using assessment and measurement tools and developing materials for PSS and livelihood activities.
• Team player with excellent planning skills.
• Knowledge of humanitarian practices and principles.
• Capacity to work closely with and support local WBG partners and stakeholders.
• Experience working with an I/NGO.

To apply please send your CV and a cover letter clearly explaining why you feel you are qualified for this position by email to [email protected] no later than Thursday April 4, 2024, indicating the position title and location. 

We are currently reviewing all applications on a rolling basis and until a final candidate is selected. However, if interested we encourage candidates to apply immediately.

Global Communities positively welcomes and seeks applications from all sections of society.  We are committed to a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of everyone and offers equal opportunity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.