Jerusalem Children and Community Development Organization (JeCCDO) is an Ethiopian Resident Charity Organization working for the wellbeing of children, women and youth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide psychosocial support services to IDPs, including counseling and emotional support for individuals and groups.
• Identify vulnerable groups (women, children, people with disabilities) in the IDP camps and coordinate tailored psychosocial interventions.
• Support the development and delivery of psychosocial support programs aimed at improving mental health and wellbeing within IDP camps.
• Train and mentor local staff and community members to build capacity in delivering psychosocial support services.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of psychosocial support activities and provide reports to the Project Coordinator and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure all activities adhere to protection principles and are sensitive to the cultural and social dynamics of the communities served.

Job Requirement

 Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.

Experience:  

• At least 3 years of experience providing psychosocial support, preferably in humanitarian or conflict-affected settings.
• Strong knowledge of mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) approaches in emergency settings.
• Experience working with displaced populations, vulnerable groups, and marginalized communities.
• Familiarity with Donor-funded projects and humanitarian principles, especially in conflict contexts.
• Fluency in English and Amharic. Knowledge of additional local languages is an asset.

Duty station: Debre Berhan, with travel to IDP camps in the area

Condition of employment-:  One year contract with possibility of extension based on performances and continuity of the project.