Protection Assistant - PSS

About the Role

The Protection Assistant – PSS implements psychosocial support activities in Sanja, Ethiopia, focusing on individual and group counseling, trauma healing, capacity building, and referrals for vulnerable populations while ensuring confidentiality and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of structured and unstructured PSS activities for children, adolescents, adults and caregivers
• Facilitate group sessions such as life skills, peer support groups, child‑friendly space activities and community‑based PSS sessions
• Provide basic individual psychosocial support in accordance with PSS principles
• Plan and organize awareness sessions on stress management, coping mechanisms and positive parenting
• Organize community dialogues and psychoeducation sessions
• Conduct capacity building training for community leaders on PFA and basic psychosocial support principles
• Identify individuals showing signs of distress and provide psychological first aid or refer them to specialized services
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to survivor‑centered approaches
• Document attendance records, activity reports and monitor tools
• Coordinate logistics and procurement for staff movements within operational areas

Skills Required

Fields of Study

• Psychology
• Social Work
• Sociology

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter and an updated CV in English, not exceeding three pages. Email submissions are not accepted; upload your documents through the application portal. Find contact details below.