Counsellor

Job Description

Title: Counsellor

Company Name: RDRS Bangladesh

Vacancy: 02

Age: At most 40 years

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Cox's Bazar Sadar, Ukhia)

Salary: Tk. 55000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 2 to 4 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency

• Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology
• Master of Social Science (MSS) in Social Science
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Social Science

• 2 to 4 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency

• Age At most 40 years

• Valid license for motorcycle riding

• Experience in Rohingya Crisis Response and development field, Mental Health and Psychosocial support, GBV prevention and response, Protection principles, and disability inclusion       

• Ability to consult and negotiate with the management team and donor parties Knowledge in rights-based community development, Education, income generation/livelihood, Market Linkage, WASH, Protection, DRR/tree plantation, and other related areas, or willingness to learn.·        

• Experience in community mobilization, linkage, and liaison. Influencing skills, Polite & reasonable

• Active listening skills and ability to deal with sensitive situations with integrity Fluent in speaking & writing English and Bangla and knowledgeable about the local language (Chattogram)  

• Have a good understanding of gender and organizational gender policy and act accordingly. Be aware of and abide by the organizational Child Safeguarding and PSEAH Policy and practices

• Abide by the organizational money laundering policy. S/he should abstain from money laundering activities and any kind of terrorist financing.

• Ability to work under stressful situations and meet deadlines    

• Ability to work as a team   

• Having mentality of field visit as and when required  

• Willing to work beyond duty hours when required

A.    Summary of Project

RDRS Bangladesh has been implementing the RDRS Emergency Response Program (RERP) in Rohingya camps and nearby host communities in Cox’s Bazar district since 2019. The RERP contributes to international efforts to meet the humanitarian and protection needs and increase self-reliance and resilience of the Forcibly Displaced Myanmar Nationals (FDMNs) and host communities through Income Generating Activities (IGAs), tree plantation, life skills with livelihoods, and leadership development training. RERP also works on capacity building of youth and creates market linkage to improve their living standard. This program also aims at cultivating social cohesion, ensuring social inclusion, promoting reforestation, and providing humanitarian support (i.e., food and non-food items, WASH, health, protection, etc.) to the FDMNs as well as the nearby host communities.

A.    B. Summary of Position

Under the overall responsibility and control of the project manager. The counselor will be responsible for the implementation of psychosocial support activities within the Rohingya refugee camps and host communities. This role requires an understanding of the specific psychosocial needs of the population, including women, children, persons with disabilities, and youth. The Assistant Project Officer will work closely with community leaders, volunteers, and other stakeholders to contribute to the mental well-being and resilience of the community.

A.    C. Description of Responsibilities

Major responsibilities of this position are as follows:

• Provide psychosocial support through addressing the unique needs of the camps and host communities.

• Assist in implementing activities that promote mental health, resilience, and community well-being

• Facilitate community engagement sessions to raise awareness about psychosocial well-being and the importance of mental health

• Work closely with community leaders and volunteers to ensure active participation in psychosocial support initiatives, aligning with the social cohesion approach.

• Assist in organizing and conducting individual and group counseling sessions

• Collaborate with mental health professionals and organizations to enhance the quality and effectiveness of counseling services.

• Conduct training sessions for community leaders, volunteers, and other stakeholders.

• Collect and analyze data to measure the impact of interventions, contributing to regular reports for the overall project.

• Prepare reports, case studies, and relevant documents.

• Assist in protection situation assessment to identify risks, vulnerabilities, and gaps.

• Conduct capacity-building activities for project staff and community people.

• Represent RDRS in coordination meetings with stakeholders.

• Ensure effective communication and coordination with external partners to enhance the synergy of efforts in the field.

• Any other responsibilities assigned by the project manager.

• T/A,Mobile bill,Weekly 2 holidays

• Other benefits as per organizational policy & availability of project budget