PERSONS WITH SPECIFIC NEEDS (PSN) OFFICER (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya (HRTK) – Kenya Office

Country: Kenya

Job Description and required qualifications

(Important Note - Position open to Kenyan nationals only)

Under the direct supervision of the Protection Program Manager, the incumbent will spearhead assistance to refugees with specific needs, including the following functions:

• Identify and address discrimination and develop and sustain inclusive environment for PSN
• Monitor the situation of PSN and be attentive to discrimination and stigma faced by PSN and ensure programs are inclusive and accessible
• Provide training and raise awareness on PSN and attitudes about PSN
• Facilitate access to services for PSN including assistance, protection and solutions
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and link to assistance including
• Build capacity of PSN
• Develop accessible IEC material for PSN
• Train and support PSN peer educators
• Facilitate inclusion and participation of PSN in development implementation
• Establish community based support mechanisms for delivery of assistance, monitoring and work with care givers to ensure special needs, concerns and capacities of PSN are taken into account in all intervention
• Develop effective referral systems to ensure special needs and rights of PSN are met
• Prevent and Respond to abuse exploitation and neglect of PSN
• Provide information on how and where to direct grievances on violation of rights/ discrimination

Qualifications:

• Education: University degree preferably in the social sciences. Good knowledge of PSN issues and human rights doctrine.
• Experience working with refugees an added advantage.

Skills and competencies

• Computer literacy a must - knowledge of MS Office required;
• Strong advocacy, research, capacity building, analytical and report writing skills;
• Strong coordination, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Experience: No less than four years work experience. Experience working with PSN and work in the fieldof refugee protection and assistance a distinct advantage.
• Languages: Proficiency in English and Swahili, knowledge of French a plus

Closing date: 30th September 2013

How to apply

Please send a cover letter and resume. Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/KEN/PSN /13/01 in the subject line. Applications not bearing this subject label will not be considered

Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification. Late applications will not be considered.

Send applications to recruitment@hiasafrica.org

Categories: NGO, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT