Administrator of the children's space in Red Cross Ukraine

The National Committee of the Red Cross Society of Ukraine (RCSU) announces a competition for the position ofAssistant\ head of the technical support sector of PSP \ Aadministrator\ head of the children's space >.

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(PZPSP) is one of the strategic areas of activity of the Red Cross Society of Ukraine (RCSHU), which has been implemented since 2014. Currently, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support activities are implemented by regional teams in 23 regions of Ukraine at the 3 levels of the Pyramid of Psychosocial Interventions of the ChHiChP Movement (basic psychosocial support, focused psychosocial support, psychological help and referral for specialized help).

< p>Technical support sector assistant provides administration and coordination of the activities of the children's space in the office of the National Committee of the Red Cross Society of Ukraine (NC Red Cross of Ukraine), as well as - ensures communication with employees and visitors of the Kyiv office of the Red Cross Society of Ukraine regarding the activities of this space , makes a space activity plan and directly conducts basic psychosocial support activities with children.

In addition, the assistant of the technical sector conducts a needs assessment regarding the activities of the children's space and prepares applications for the purchase of materials for the space activities (toys, games, office, etc.). And also provides regular feedback with parents to ensure the quality of service provision and maintains reporting documentation on the activities of the space. 

domestic and international standards, as well as facilitating regular quality control of these services.  , direct avenueimplementation of basic measures for psychosocial support and regular reporting and feedback on the activities of the children's space in the office of the NC TCHU (Kyiv).

Responsibilities:

• Administration of the activities of the children's space in the office of the NC TCHU (Kyiv).
• Assessment of the needs regarding the activities of the children's space in the office of the NC TCHU (Kyiv). Preparation of reports and recommendations based on the results of such an assessment.
• Preparation and regular updating of the plan of activities for PZPSP in the children's space of NC TCHHU, guaranteeing access to the plan of activities for parents (employees of NC TCHHU, office in Kyiv).< /li>
• Determining the resources needed to carry out activities in the children's space of the NC TCHHU. Preparation of purchase requests and support of purchases to ensure the activities of the children's space in the office of the NC TCHHU (Kyiv), including communication with specialists of the Department of Logistics and control over compliance with the terms of purchases and deliveries of purchased materials (games, toys, stationery, etc., if necessary ).
(Kyiv city). Creating a safe environment during children's stay in this space.
• Keeping records of children's visits to the space, including an initial assessment of the child's health. Ensuring compliance with sanitary and hygienic requirements and norms. 
• Supporting informational coverage of the activities of the children's area in the office of the NC TCHU (Kyiv).
• Informing employees of the NC TCHU (Kyiv) about the activities and rules of children's stay in the children's area. Work in a team, where you maintain communication with all NC employees who bring children to the children's space.
• In the case of involvement of volunteers in the activities of the children's space in the office of the NC TCHU - adjustment of the work of this team of volunteers.
• Ensuring regular feedback with parents - employees of the office of NC TCHHU (Kyiv). And also, regular feedback with the specialists of the technical sector of the PZPSP Department of the NC of the ChKHU, as well as with the head of the PZPSP Department of the NC of the ChKHU.
• Reporting on the activities of the children's space, as well as assistance in monitoring and evaluating the quality of the activities of the children's space in the office of the NC TCHHU (Kyiv) Kyiv). Ensuring regular quality control of PZPSP services. As well as promoting compliance with TCHHU policies, including child protection policies.
  

Additional duties:< /p>

• Preparation and translation of accompanying documents of the PZPSP direction, minutes of meetings\meetings, arrangementi documentation on the activities of the Technical Support Sector of the PZPSP Department of the NC of the TCHU (including in Ukrainian and English languages).
• Preparation and conducting of psychoeducational sessions for employees and volunteers of the TCHU, for partner organizations, as well as for the public (including first-line specialists).
• At the request of line management: preparation of other programmatic, educational and information materials in the field of PZPSP and Defense.

Requirements:  

• Higher education in the field of pedagogy, in a social or other relevant field.
• Experience working with children, understanding the age and psychological characteristics of children.
• Experience of work or volunteering in the humanitarian and/or social sphere of one year or more would be an advantage.
• Experience in facilitating psychosocial support activities and/or training activities would be an advantage.
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• Understanding the basics of planning, implementing activities, providing educational support and reporting in projects.
• Understanding the specifics of providing psychosocial support.
• Excellent organizational, executive and communication skills.
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• Experience and ability to communicate with different groups of people, tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to learn quickly, attentiveness, analytical skills.
• Adherence to the principle of confidentiality.
• Possession of verbal supportive communication and active listening skills
• Possession of non-verbal active listening skills
• Demonstrating empathy, warmth, sincerity and showing concern  
• Ability to establish contact with a group and building trust
• In-depth mastery of time management skills (managing time, pace, energy in a group: appropriate breaks, energizers / exercises, relaxation, etc.)
• Mastery of self-care skills and strategies , stress management skills
• Creation and maintenance of personal boundaries, respect for the values ​​and experiences of others, lack of judgment and evaluation
• Ability to work independently and in a team, quick adaptation to changes and conditions.< /li>
• Adherence to the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross Movement and the ethical principles of a psychologist/social worker/coach (incl. compliance with the principle of confidentiality).
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Teams, databases, e-mail).
• Ukrainian - fluency for work matters
• English - conversational level will be an advantage

The Red Cross Society of Ukraine offers:

• Interesting, diverse and multitasking; 
• Employment according to Labor Code; 
• Timely payment of wages; 
• A friendly and cohesive team of like-minded people; 
• Participation in trainings and seminars in Ukraine and abroad. 
• Unique experience of working in the largest public organization of Ukraine
• Improving professional skills and competencies in the field of PPE. 
• Improving skills in planning and conducting psychosocial support activities.
• Developing skills in conducting assessments, ensuring the quality of services, training/facilitation, managing people and resources,planning, communication and cooperation. 
• Receiving supervision, mentoring and training in the process. 
• Gaining experience of cooperation with technical specialists, raising awareness in the field of work of a large humanitarian organization and cooperation with partners.

We aim to create a safe and inclusive environment in TCHHU, which will ensure equal access to opportunities, protection of their dignity and equal rights to all employees, volunteers, regardless of age, sex and gender, ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation. 

We are an employer with equal opportunities for all employees, including persons with disabilities. 

We do not discriminate in our selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age. 

Sexual exploitation and abuse is prohibited in all forms. The organization implements a policy to prevent sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and harassment, including in the workplace.  

Workplace: Kyiv,st. Dilova, 3

Trial period - 3 months. 

Please send your resume indicating the desired salary level with the designation of the position to the following address: [email protected]. 

Due to the large number of requests, we contact candidates who fully meet the requirements of the vacancy.