20 Job Positions at Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR): (Deadline 20 August 2024)

20 Job Positions at Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR): (Deadline 20 August 2024)

20 Job Positions at Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR): (Deadline 20 August 2024)

10 Job Positions of Psychologist at Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR): (Deadline 20 August 2024)

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR PSYCHOLOGISTS IN PRISON FELLOWSHIP RWANDA

Project: Legal aid, Community-Based Protection, MHPSS & PSN

Position: Psychologist (10)

Duty Station: Kiziba Camp (1), Kigeme Camp (1), Mugombwa Camp (1), Nyabiheke Camp (1), Mahama Camp (2), Kigali (1) and Huye urban (1) and ETM Gashora (2)

Technical field: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support

Report to: Field Coordinator

Period: 4 Months with possibility of extension

Background.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) is a non-profit organization working with the government of Rwanda and both local and international organizations to foster peacebuilding, unity, reconciliation, mental health and psychosocial support, access to justice, crime prevention, human rights promotion, and socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable people in Rwanda in the wake of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi and its aftermath.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda was founded on 01/07/1995, affiliated with Prison Fellowship International in 1997, and officially registered and recognized by Ministerial Order No. 037/17 of 23/10/2002 by the Ministry of Justice as a non-profit organization, with its registration published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Rwanda in 2002.

PFR envisions a society where unity, peace and justice reign and has a mission to contribute to the social transformation of vulnerable communities through peacebuilding, livelihood, justice, psychosocial and spiritual resilience interventions.

Since 2020, Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) in partnership with United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Ministry in Charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA) supports refugees and asylum seekers in Rwanda in the following sectors:

a) Community-Based Protection (CBP) services,

b) Legal Assistance and civil documentation

c) Mental Health and Psychosocial Support/ Community Based Sociotherapy

Starting from August 2024, with the support of UNHCR and MINEMA, Prison Fellowship Rwanda is expanding its Mental Health and Psychosocial support Services, plus protection and inclusion of Persons with Specific Needs in all refugee camps, Urban Settings and Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM) Gashora.

With that regards, the organisation is hiring qualified and experienced psychologists, who will be responsible for providing psychosocial support services to the persons we serve in need of MHPSS services and supporting them to develop appropriate coping mechanisms.

Key responsibilities of the Psychologist:

ASSESSMENT AND DIGNOSIS

  • Use standardized psychological assessment tests and techniques to perform comprehensive psychological assessments of refugees to understand their mental health status, including trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and other psychological conditions.
  • To assess and address the mental health needs of refugees through culturally sensitive and evidence-based approaches

Program Development and Implementation Responsibilities

  • Facilitate group therapy sessions to provide peer support and collective healing.
  • To provide clinical and psychosocial support to refugeesand asylum seekers, including group and individual Therapy based on the needs assessment, taking into account the confidentiality and safety of the beneficiaries’ data.
  • To support the development and implementation of mental health interventions and programs tailored to the needs of the refugee population.
  • Offer immediate psychological support during emergencies and acute distress situations.
  • Contribute to planning and preparation of the project activities, tools and other related activities such as: surveys, community awareness campaigns, home visits etc
  • Ensure proper documentation of the project achievements and regularly update the beneficiaries’ database.
  • Ensure regular reporting of the project achievements and contribute to both internal and external reporting as requested by the field coordinator
  • Collaborate with the project team to design and adapt mental health programs and activities.
  • Ensure that interventions are culturally appropriate and sensitive to the needs of the refugee population.
  • Ensure all MHPSS activities adhere to ethical guidelines and principles, including confidentiality and informed consent.
  • Integrate cultural, religious, and social norms into MHPSS interventions to ensure they are respectful and effective.

Administrative Responsibilities

  • Engage and Coordinate project community mobilizers
  • Represent the organization where requested in coordination meetings and other relevant events organized by UNHCR, MINEMA and other UNHCR partners.
  • Maintain good collaboration with MINEMA, UNHCR and various operational partners
  • Collect the monthly reports of the community mobilizers, take them to field coordinator for approval and submit them to Project Coordinator on the last day of every month to allow payment initiation of their monthly incentives
  • Ensure PFR visibility in different zone of intervention

Capacity Building responsibilities

  • Contribute to the capacity building of the project volunteers and ensure they comply with the code of conduct and institutional policies, the mindset and expected individual and collective behavior;
  • Organize quarterly inter-vision of community based group facilitators.
  • To train community-healing group facilitators.

Monitoring and reporting responsibilities

  • Regular monitoring of sociotherapy groups.
  • Organize together with camp leaders, community events/conviviality meetings of community-based sociotherapy graduates.
  • Detailed assessment reports and intervention plans for individual cases.
  • Prepare and submit regular reports on progress, challenges, and outcomes to project managers.
  • Contribute to project monitoring, specifically activity progress indicators and the expected outcomes.
  • Contribute to project evaluations at the request of the field coordinator, and ensure that project evaluation recommendations are followed.
  • Identify, document and share the project achievements, success stories, testimonies and lessons learned from the project interventions
  • Ensure proper utilization of the existing data collection and management tools
  • To monitor and evaluate community-healing spaces using standardized assessment tools.

Qualification and competences

  • A Bachelor degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or other related field from a recognized University, having a Masters Degree is an added value.
  • Minimum experience of at least 3 years working as a clinical Psychologist in humanitarian context preferably in refugee camps, Proven record in conducting clinical supervision, individual and group therapy sessions
  • Verified move towards professional development by number of other related professional courses attended such as: psychological assessment, Psychological first aid, clinical supervision Etc,
  • Good experience working with most vulnerable groups such as: elderly people and persons with mental health and psychosocial issues.
  • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team;
  • Good capacity to conduct psychological assessment using standardized psychological assessment tests, organize individual and group therapy sessions
  • Unquestionable capacity to deliver psychosocial support services using a community-based approach
  • Ability to write comprehensive activity reports
  • Knowing how to position oneself so things can move forward;
  • Knowing how to simplify and prioritize;
  • Good capacity to organize and conduct trainings and community awareness raising campaigns;
  • Commendable organizational and planning skills;
  • Ability to set objectives, prioritise his/her workload and other resources.

HOW TO APPLY.

To apply for this position, please send your motivation letter, CV, Degree, ID/passport and other certificates, two recommendation letters from your previous employer plus a church recommendation to: recruitment@pfrwanda.org and mention the title of the position “Psychologist” in the subject line of the email.

The application should be addressed to the Executive Director of Prison Fellowship Rwanda and the document should be in one PDF format.

Apply before 20th August 2024 at 5:00pm.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information about Prison Fellowship Rwanda, visit:www.pfrwanda.org

Prison Fellowship Rwanda has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility”.

Humanitarian Sector Manager at Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR): (Deadline 20 August 2024)

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR HUMANITARIAN SECTOR MANAGER IN PRISON FELLOWSHIP RWANDA

Project/Program: Humanitarian programs (Legal aid, Protection, MHPSS, PSN)

Position: Humanitarian Sector Manager (1)

Duty Station: Head Office Kigali

Technical field: Legal assistance, Community-based protection and PWSN & MHPSS

Report to: Head of Programs

Period: 4 Months with possibility of extension

Background.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) is a non-profit organization working with the government of Rwanda and both local and international organizations to foster peacebuilding, unity, reconciliation, mental health and psychosocial support, access to justice, crime prevention, human rights promotion, and socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable people in Rwanda in the wake of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi and its aftermath.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda was founded on 01/07/1995, affiliated with Prison Fellowship International in 1997, and officially registered and recognized by Ministerial Order No. 037/17 of 23/10/2002 by the Ministry of Justice as a non-profit organization, with its registration published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Rwanda in 2002.

PFR envisions a society where unity, peace and justice reign and has a mission to contribute to the social transformation of vulnerable communities through peacebuilding, livelihood, justice, psychosocial and spiritual resilience interventions.

Since 2020, Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) in partnership with United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Ministry in Charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA) supports refugees and asylum seekers in Rwanda in the following sectors:

  • Community-Based Protection (CBP) services,
  • Legal Assistance and civil documentation
  • Mental Health and Psychosocial Support/ Community Based Sociotherapy

Starting from August 2024,with the support of UNHCR and MINEMA,Prison Fellowship Rwanda is expanding its Mental Health and Psychosocial support Services, plus protection and inclusion of Persons with Specific Needs in allrefugee camps, Urban Settings and Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM) Gashora.

With that regards, the organisation is hiring a qualified and experienced Humanitarian Sector Manager, who will lead and coordinate all the organization’s humanitarian efforts aforementioned plus other external projects that support refugees and asylum seekers in Rwanda. She/He will be ensuring effective implementation, monitoring, and reporting of all humanitarian programs.

Key responsibilities of the Humanitarian Sector Manager:

Program Development and Implementation Responsibilities

  • Overseeing and coordinating humanitarian programs in refugee settings
  • Develop, implement, and oversee sector-specific programs and projects in line with organizational goals and humanitarian standards.
  • Ensure that programs are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in accordance with the needs of person we serve.
  • Develop sector-specific strategies and action plans based on the overall humanitarian response framework
  • Establish clear, achievable objectives for each project, ensuring they meet the needs of the refugee population.
  • Ensure that all activities adhere to high standards of quality and are implemented according to best practices and organizational guidelines.
  • Provide leadership and support to project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to staff to ensure continuous improvement.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with UNHCR, MINEMA, implementing partners, government agencies, NGOs, international organizations, and community leaders.
  • Ensure effective coordination between legal assistance, community-based protection, and Community-Based Sociotherapy activities to provide comprehensive support to refugees.
  • Advocate for the needs and rights of refugees in various forums and with different stakeholders.
  • Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring financial resources are used efficiently and effectively.
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, adhering to donor requirements and organizational policies
  • Identify funding opportunities and develop proposals to secure financial support for projects.
  • Design and develop new programs and interventions to address emerging needs and gaps in services.
  • Identify potential risks and challenges related to project implementation and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Lead the response to emergencies and crises, ensuring the safety and well-being of staff and beneficiaries.
  • Ensure all project activities adhere to ethical guidelines and principles, including confidentiality and impartiality
  • Engage refugee communities in the design, implementation, and evaluation of projects to ensure they are participatory and responsive to community needs.
  • Develop and implement initiatives that empower refugees and promote self-reliance.

Administrative Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with local authorities, NGOs, international organizations, and community leaders to ensure coordinated activities.
  • Represent the organization in relevant events organized by UNHCR, MINEMA and other humanitarian partners and donors.
  • Maintain outstanding cooperation and collaboration with MINEMA, UNHCR and various partners.

Capacity Building responsibilities

  • Identify training needs and opportunities for staff development to enhance team capabilities.
  • Experience in designing and delivering training programs for staff and community members.

Monitoring and reporting responsibilities

  • Develop and implement robust M&E frameworks to assess project performance and impact, using data to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
  • Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, challenges, and achievements.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports for donors, partners, and other stakeholders, highlighting project impact and outcomes.
  • Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information related to project activities and results.

Qualification and competences

  • A master’s degree in international development, social work, psychology, law, public health, or a related discipline.Additional certifications or training in humanitarian assistance, project management, MHPSS, or related areas are advantageous.
  • A Minimum experience of at least 5 years of professional experience in humanitarian settings, preferably with a focus on refugee populations.
  • Proven experience in managing and overseeing multiple projects, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
  • Experience in legal assistance, community-based protection, and MHPSS within humanitarian contexts.
  • Strong skills in developing, implementing, and managing programs across different sectors
  • Proficiency in designing and implementing M&E frameworks to assess project impact and effectiveness.
  • Experience in budget preparation, management, and financial reporting for multiple projects.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, providing guidance, support, and capacity building
  • Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to set goals, develop actionable plans, and adapt to changing circumstances.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
  • Ability to effectively engage and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders
  • Experience in advocating for refugee needs and representing the organization in various forums
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in other relevant languages such as French and Swahili is an asset
  • High level of cultural sensitivity and ability to work in multicultural environments.
  • Strong commitment to ethical principles, including confidentiality, impartiality, and respect for diversity.
  • Ability to identify funding opportunities and prepare successful grant proposals.
  • Keen attention to detail in project planning, implementation, and reporting

Ethical Considerations

“Prison Fellowship Rwanda has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries, Fraud and misconducts of any nature, the staff is expected to adhere to all ethical practices in the PFR Policy and Procedure Manual, including adherence to humanitarian principles, safeguarding policies, and anti-corruption measures.

HOW TO APPLY.

To apply for this position, please send your motivation letter, CV, Degree, ID/passport and other certificates, two recommendation letters from your previous employer plus a church recommendation to: recruitment@pfrwanda.org and mention the title of the position “Humanitarian Sector Manager” in the subject line of the email.

The application should be addressed to the Executive Director of Prison Fellowship Rwanda and the document should be in one PDF format.

Apply before 20thAugust 2024 at 5:00pmOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information about Prison Fellowship Rwanda, visit: www.pfrwanda.org

Prison Fellowship Rwanda has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility”.

8 Job Positions of Inclusion Officer at Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR): (Deadline 20 August 2024)

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR INCLUSION OFFICER IN PRISON FELLOWSHIP RWANDA

Project: Legal aid, Community-Based Protection, MHPSS & PSN

Position: Inclusion Officer (8)

Duty Station: Kiziba Camp (1), Kigeme Camp (1), Mugombwa Camp (1), Nyabiheke Camp (1), Mahama Camp (2), Kigali (1), Nkamira Transit center (1)

Technical field: PSN

Report to: Field Coordinator

Period: 4 Months with possibility of extension

Background.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) is a non-profit organization working with the government of Rwanda and both local and international organizations to foster peacebuilding, unity, reconciliation, mental health and psychosocial support, access to justice, crime prevention, human rights promotion, and socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable people in Rwanda in the wake of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi and its aftermath.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda was founded on 01/07/1995, affiliated with Prison Fellowship International in 1997, and officially registered and recognized by Ministerial Order No. 037/17 of 23/10/2002 by the Ministry of Justice as a non-profit organization, with its registration published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Rwanda in 2002.

PFR envisions a society where unity, peace and justice reign and has a mission to contribute to the social transformation of vulnerable communities through peacebuilding, livelihood, justice, psychosocial and spiritual resilience interventions.

Since 2020, Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) in partnership with United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Ministry in Charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA) supports refugees and asylum seekers in Rwanda in the following sectors:

a) Community-Based Protection (CBP) services,

b) Legal Assistance and civil documentation

c) Mental Health and Psychosocial Support/ Community Based Sociotherapy

Starting from August 2024, with the support of UNHCR and MINEMA, Prison Fellowship Rwanda is expanding its Mental Health and Psychosocial support Services, plus protection and inclusion of Persons with Specific Needs in all refugee camps, Urban Settings and Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM) Gashora.

With that regards, the organisation is hiring a qualified and experienced Inclusion Officer, who will be responsible for delivering Community-based rehabilitation services, advocacy and technical support to persons with specific needs.

Key responsibilities of the Inclusion Officer:

ASSESSMENT AND DIGNOSIS

  • Assess the specific needs of diverse refugee groups to identify barriers to inclusion.
  • Collect and analyze data to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of inclusion strategies.

Program Development and Implementation Responsibilities

  • Provide physiotherapy interventions, including exercises, manual therapy, and use of assistive devices
  • Oversee the implementation of interventions aimed at promoting inclusion and reducing inequalities in the zone of intervention
  • .Analyze the project’s implementation process, advise the line manager on how to act upon.
  • Compile the project’s M&E data and forward them to the line manager for use.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of assessments, treatments, and patient progress.
  • Identify all children with disabilities that need Community-Based Rehabilitation services and encourage their parents/caregivers to bring them to CBR centres in camps / urban areas
  • Provide and Coordinate CBR services that are initiated in refugee camps / urban areas
  • Conduct thorough assessments of individuals to identify physical disabilities and functional limitations.
  • Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, and function.
  • Organize and conduct individual assessment of persons with disabilities in need of assistive devices and educational materials
  • Establish a list of persons with disabilities eligible to assistive devices and other specialized services
  • Link beneficiaries with specialized services and get their feedback.
  • Organize inclusive recreational events in refugee camps / urban areas

Administrative Responsibilities

  • Engage and Coordinate project community mobilizers
  • Represent the organization where requested in coordination meetings and other relevant events organized by UNHCR, MINEMA and other UNHCR partners.
  • Maintain good collaboration with MINEMA, UNHCR and various operational partners
  • Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and occupational therapists, to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
  • Coordinate with other humanitarian organizations and agencies to optimize service delivery and resource utilization
  • Collect the monthly reports of the community mobilizers, take them to field coordinator for approval and submit them to Project Coordinator on the last day of every month to allow payment initiation of their monthly incentives
  • Ensure PFR visibility in different zone of intervention

Capacity Building responsibilities

  • Identify the existing gaps in Knowledge and develop the capacity building plan that will be shared with the project manager for discussions and implementation
  • Provide technical support in implementation of capacity development plans for the existing associations of persons with disabilities and implementing partners, and volunteers
  • Educate persons of concern and their families on exercises and techniques to manage their conditions and improve their quality of life
  • Train partners and volunteers on basic physiotherapy techniques, inclusion and disability mainstreaming
  • Facilitate training workshops and continuing education for local staff and volunteers.

Monitoring and reporting responsibilities

  • Prepare regular reports on rehabilitation activities, outcomes, and challenges for internal use and donor reporting
  • Detailed assessment reports and intervention plans for individual cases.
  • Contribute to project monitoring, specifically activity progress indicators and the expected outcomes.
  • Contribute to project evaluations at the request of the field coordinator, and ensure that project evaluation recommendations are followed.
  • Identify, document and share the project achievements, success stories, testimonies and lessons learned from the project interventions
  • Ensure proper utilization of the existing data collection and management tools
  • Close monitoring and Evaluation of CBR services and other specialized services delivered by PFR

Qualification and competences

  • A Bachelor degree in Physiotherapy, Community-Based Rehabilitation, or other related field from a recognized University, having a Master’s Degree is an added value.
  • Minimum experience of at least 3 years working with the persons with disabilities and elderly people, disability inclusion, Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) services, and advocacy
  • Verified move towards professional development by number of other related professional courses attended
  • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team;
  • Strong capacity in coaching, Knowledge in disability issues, Community-Based Rehabilitation approaches and practices, disability inclusion
  • Ability to write comprehensive activity reports
  • Knowing how to position oneself so things can move forward;
  • Knowing how to simplify and prioritize;
  • Good capacity to organize and conduct trainings and community awareness raising campaigns;
  • Commendable organizational and planning skills;
  • Ability to set objectives, prioritise his/her workload and other resources.
  • Good skills in developing and delivering advocacy messages

HOW TO APPLY.

To apply for this position, please send your motivation letter, CV, Degree, ID/passport and other certificates, two recommendation letters from your previous employer plus a church recommendation to: recruitment@pfrwanda.org and mention the title of the position “Inclusion Officer” in the subject line of the email.

The application should be addressed to the Executive Director of Prison Fellowship Rwanda and the document should be in one PDF format.

Apply before 20th August 2024 at 5:00pm.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information about Prison Fellowship Rwanda, visit:www.pfrwanda.org

Prison Fellowship Rwanda has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility”.

 

MHPSS & PSN Coordinator at Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR): (Deadline 20 August 2024)

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR HPSS COORDINATOR IN PRISON FELLOWSHIP RWANDA

Project: Legal aid, Community-Based Protection, MHPSS & PSN

Position: MHPSS & PSN Coordinator (1)

Duty Station: Head Office Kigali

Technical field: MHPSS & PSN

Report to: Humanitarian Sector Manager

Background.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) is a non-profit organization working with the government of Rwanda and both local and international organizations to foster peacebuilding, unity, reconciliation, mental health and psychosocial support, access to justice, crime prevention, human rights promotion, and socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable people in Rwanda in the wake of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi and its aftermath.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda was founded on 01/07/1995, affiliated with Prison Fellowship International in 1997, and officially registered and recognized by Ministerial Order No. 037/17 of 23/10/2002 by the Ministry of Justice as a non-profit organization, with its registration published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Rwanda in 2002.

PFR envisions a society where unity, peace and justice reign and has a mission to contribute to the social transformation of vulnerable communities through peacebuilding, livelihood, justice, psychosocial and spiritual resilience interventions.

Since 2020, Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) in partnership with United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Ministry in Charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA) supports refugees and asylum seekers in Rwanda in the following sectors:

a) Community-Based Protection (CBP) services,

b) Legal Assistance and civil documentation

c) Mental Health and Psychosocial Support/ Community Based Sociotherapy

Starting from August 2024, with the support of UNHCR and MINEMA, Prison Fellowship Rwanda is expanding its Mental Health and Psychosocial support Services, plus protection and inclusion of Persons with Specific Needs in all refugee camps, Urban Settings and Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM) Gashora.

With that regards, the organisation is hiring a qualified and experienced MHPSS and PSN project Coordinator, who will be ensuring that mental health and psychosocial services are effectively delivered to individuals in need and ensure that Community-based rehabilitation services (advocacy and technical support to persons with specific needs) are effectively delivered to individuals in need.

Key responsibilities of the MHPSS Coordinator:

ASSESSMENT AND DIGNOSIS

  • Conduct assessments to identify the mental health and psychosocial needs of the refugee population.
  • To address mental health needs of refugees through culturally sensitive and evidence-based approaches

Program Development and Implementation Responsibilities

  • Ensuring that mental health and psychosocial services are effectively delivered to individuals in need.
  • Develop, plan, and coordinate MHPSS programs and interventions tailored to the needs of refugees.
  • Ensure that MHPSS activities are aligned with overall project objectives and comply with organizational and donor guidelines.
  • Supervise and support a team of MHPSS officers, including psychologists, counselors, therapists and community facilitors.
  • Advocate for the mental health and psychosocial needs of refugees at various levels, including within the community and with stakeholders.
  • Under the supervision of the Humanitarian Sector Manager, prepare regular reports to be submitted to organizational leadership, and donors.
  • Create detailed project plans, including objectives, timelines, and resource allocation for MHPSS activities.
  • Oversee the delivery of MHPSS services, including individual and group counseling, community-based support, and psychoeducation.
  • Design and implement campaigns to raise awareness about mental health issues and reduce stigma within the refugee community.
  • Prepare and manage the project budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Identify funding opportunities and prepare grant proposals to secure financial support for MHPSS activities
  • Provide rapid psychological support and interventions during emergencies and crises.
  • Focus on the needs of particularly vulnerable groups, such as unaccompanied minors, survivors of gender-based violence, and individuals with severe mental health conditions.
  • Ensure all MHPSS activities adhere to ethical guidelines and principles, including confidentiality and informed consent.
  • Integrate cultural, religious, and social norms into MHPSS interventions to ensure they are respectful and effective.
  • Maintain clear and consistent communication with the project team, providing regular updates and feedback.

Administrative Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with local authorities, NGOs, international organizations, and community leaders to ensure coordinated MHPSS responses.
  • Represent the organization where requested in relevant events organized by UNHCR, MINEMA and other UNHCR partners.
  • Maintain good collaboration with MINEMA, UNHCR and various operational partners
  • Work with healthcare providers, social workers, protection officers, and other relevant stakeholders to provide integrated services.
  • Maintain established referral pathways for specialized mental health services.
  • Represent the MHPSS project in external meetings and forums, sharing insights and advocating for best practices in refugee mental health support.

Capacity Building responsibilities

  • Provide training and supervision to MHPSS Officers and community workers to enhance their skills and knowledge;
  • Develop and implement capacity-building initiatives for refugee communities to support peer-led mental health activities.

Monitoring and reporting responsibilities

  • Develop and implement M&E frameworks to track the effectiveness and impact of MHPSS programs
  • Collect and analyze data to inform program adjustments and improvements
  • Prepare and submit regular reports on progress, challenges, and outcomes to Humanitarian Sector Manager.
  • Contribute to project monitoring, specifically activity progress indicators and the expected outcomes.
  • Contribute to project evaluations at the request of the Humanitarian Sector Manager, and ensure that project evaluation recommendations are followed.
  • Identify, document and share the project achievements, success stories, testimonies and lessons learned from the project interventions
  • Ensure proper utilization of the existing data collection and management tools
  • Keep accurate and confidential records of all assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

Qualification and competences

  • A master’s degree in psychology, social work, public health, or other related field from a recognized University. Additional certifications or training in mental health, psychosocial support, trauma-informed care, or related areas are highly desirable.
  • Minimum experience of at least 3-5 years of professional experience in MHPSS programming, preferably in humanitarian or refugee settings.
  • Proven experience in project management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of MHPSS projects.
  • Understanding of the legal and social frameworks governing refugee protection and assistance.
  • Strong knowledge of and experience with a range of MHPSS interventions, including individual and group counselling, community-based support, and capacity building.
  • Ability to conduct mental health assessments and diagnose psychological conditions.
  • Excellent skills in program planning, coordination, and implementation.
  • Strong skills in monitoring and evaluating program outcomes and impact.
  • Ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, NGOs, and international organizations.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and support a diverse team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in relevant local languages is highly desirable.
  • Strong commitment to ethical principles and confidentiality in mental health practice.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in challenging situations.

HOW TO APPLY.

To apply for this position, please send your motivation letter, CV, Degree, ID/passport and other certificates, two recommendation letters from your previous employer plus a church recommendation to: recruitment@pfrwanda.org and mention the title of the position “MHPSS and PSN project Coordinator” in the subject line of the email.

The application should be addressed to the Executive Director of Prison Fellowship Rwanda and the document should be in one PDF format.

Apply before 20th August 2024 at 5:00pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information about Prison Fellowship Rwanda, visit: www.pfrwanda.org

Prison Fellowship Rwanda has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility”.






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