JOB DESCRIPTION

Job overview:

Following the displacement of Syrian in Raqqa Governorate, the IRC intend to set up a Safe Healing and Learning Space (SHLS) for children in Raqqa City. The Safe Healing and Learning Spaces will provide children (5-8) psychosocial and educational support through structured and age-appropriate Early childhood Development (ECD) inter through group and individual activities.

Responsibilities:

• Attend training organized by the IRC.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct every day – in SHLS and in community
• Facilitate recreational activities for children.
• Create space and stimulate learning environment for children through utilizing teaching and learning materials throughout the lessons.
• Follow and implement the IRC curricula and lessons targeting children accurately.
• Collect data as required by SHLS Officer and the M&E Officer
• Come to the SHLS every day prepared to engage in positive way with children.
• Take children’s attendance for each session
• Prepare activity plan on a weekly basis
• Observe children with special needs and ensure they are well integrated into the activities and if needed refer them to relevant services
• Answer questions from community members and parents about what activities are taking place in the SHLS
• Attend special information sessions planned for community members and parents
• Develop schedules for daily/weekly activities for children/youth
• Ensure that all children and youth are safe from harm
• Report supply/material needs to the SHLS Leader
• Communicate with local authorities and community leaders about the Parenting Program to ensure community acceptance
• Conduct needs assessment (if relevant)
• Organize communication events about the program and identify the beneficiaries to the program
• Implement the Parenting Program training sessions carefully following the instructions in the manual
• and actively participate in all training sessions organized by the IRC – including taking pre/post-tests as instructed.
• Attend all sessions in your SHLS (minimum 90% attendance required).
• Accurately keep attendance records of children at each session.
• Complete observations or weekly reports as requested by supervisor.
• Remain open to feedback from SHLS Leaders and IRC staff.

Job Requirements:

• Well respected and nominated by the community (though final selection will be done by the IRC)
• Preferably, a degree in education, social work, human rights, or any other related degree.
• Completion of secondary education is required.
• Previous experience in an emergency or conflict-afflicted setting is required.
• Qualified teacher with teaching experience in primary and elementary school
• Minimum one year of similar work experience.

Education:

Work Experience:

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• A commitment to IRC’s mission, vision, values and IRC Way – Professional Code of Conduct.
• Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development.
• Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution.
• Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context.
• Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience.
• Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity.
• Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop is a must.
• Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies.

Language/Travel:

• Arabic is required
• Travel: 100 % to field sites in Raqqa City as well as attending regional and global workshops and meetings.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements