Psychosocial Support Expert (01)

Vacancy : 1

Job Description

Organization information:
Global Health Systems Solutions (GHSS) is a non-governmental and not for profit organization dedicated to seeking innovative solutions to strengthen health systems in developing countries for effective service delivery and surveillance of infectious, non-infectious, and neglected tropical diseases. We focus in three key areas:
improve laboratory systems and services critical for disease management, surveillance, and prevention; enhance field surveillance and epidemiological training for relevant animal and human-health to mitigate threats posed by diseases; and improve service delivery at all health levels.

Our major collaborators include Ministries of Health, World Health Organization (WHO), United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Africa Centers for Disease Control, Mastercard Foundation and several bi-lateral organizations

Purpose of the role
In order to strengthen its operational capacities for the implementation of a program aimed at empowering vulnerable populations educationally and economically, GHSS is currently seeking for outstanding, qualified and experienced Psychosocial Support Expert capable of conducting assessments of psychosocial needs and challenges of the target population.

Primary duties and responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of psychosocial needs and challenges of vulnerable and displaced young populations;
• Develop tailored psychological support plans based on the assessment results;
• Coordinate mentors in providing individual and group counseling and other psychosocial support services with referrals where necessary.

Education & Experience

Academic requirements and relevant experience

• A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or a related field can provide a solid foundation for understanding the principles of psychosocial support and mental health (a Master’s Degree would be an added advantage);
• Additional training or certification in psychosocial support, trauma-informed care, or mental health interventions;
• Significant experience working with vulnerable and displaced populations

Must Have

Required skills

• Solution-oriented and problem solving skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent writing and reporting skills.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Languages

• Proficiency in written and spoken English and French.

Remuneration

• The salary for this position is very competitive, attractive and negotiable.
• This is a full time position for three (3) year contract with the possibility to renew

Submission of Application
Complete application files comprising of an application, a motivation letter, curriculum vitae and copies of the required academic qualifications can be submitted either online via recruitment@ghsscm.org, or physically at GHSS head office at Denver Bonamoussadi, Douala from 9am – 2pm, Monday to Friday.

NB: Applicants should submit their documents in either word format or pdf.

• We strongly welcome early applications. Consideration will be given to candidates who submitted a complete application file and on time.
• Only selected candidates will be contacted.
• If you have not been contacted fifteen (15) days after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.

Employment Status

Full Time

Educational Requirements

BS

Experience Requirements

3 - <5 Years

Job Location

Office

Salary

The salary for this position is very competitive, attractive and negotiable