Educator vacancy in Abu-Dhabi UAE

We are looking for passionate and dedicated psychologists (with various specializations) and specialized educators for high-impact missions in select African countries. These roles offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a unique opportunity to apply your professional expertise in humanitarian and development contexts, contributing significantly to the well-being of vulnerable communities.

Professional Profiles Sought

We are seeking specialists in the following areas:

• Clinical Psychologist: Individual and group psychosocial support, diagnosis, brief therapy, and community mental health.

• Community Development Psychologist: Promoting resilience, social cohesion, community empowerment, and psychosocial support in development contexts.

• Educational/Pedagogical Psychologist: Providing psychological support in educational settings, developing learning strategies, and ensuring inclusion for students with special needs.

• Specialized Educator: Supporting children, adolescents, and adults in vulnerable situations or with disabilities, aiming to develop their autonomy, social integration, and overall well-being.

Locations

Specific assignments will be determined based on project needs and the candidate's profile. Locations include South Africa, Mauritius, Kenya, Cape Verde, and Ghana.

Job Summary

Selected professionals will be responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring programs and interventions that support vulnerable individuals and communities. Your work will involve direct engagement in the daily lives and environments of beneficiaries, with a focus on improving mental health, developing skills, fostering social inclusion, and providing protection, according to your specialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial and/or pedagogical assessments to identify needs.

• Develop and implement individualized or group intervention plans.

• Provide direct support and assistance to beneficiaries.

• Design and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and group activities.

• Train and build the capacity of local teams and partners.

• Ensure compliance with ethical and professional standards.

• Prepare progress reports and contribute to project documentation.

• Coordinate with other health and education professionals and local partners.

Required Qualifications

• Academic Background: Master's degree in Psychology (Clinical, Community, Educational, or related fields) or a Bachelor's/Master's degree in Specialized Education.

• Experience: A minimum of 2 to 3 years of proven experience in your area of specialization, ideally in contexts of vulnerability or international projects.

• Language Skills: Fluency in Portuguese (oral and written) is essential.

• Essential Skills: Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, empathy, and the ability to work in multicultural environments and adapt to contexts with limited resources.

Conditions and Benefits

• Monthly Gross Salary: From €2,600 to €3,200, depending on experience and specialization.

• Additional Benefits: Expatriation Allowance; Subsistence Allowance; 13th-Month Salary.

• Comprehensive international health insurance (including medical evacuation and repatriation).

• Provided and fully-equipped accommodation or a substantial housing allowance.

• Home-to-work transportation.

Application

If you are ready to accept this challenge and contribute to a significant impact, please send your application to: [email protected] 

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the process. Selected candidates are responsible for the costs and procedures related to the necessary consular and administrative formalities for their travel.