Job Overview
Organization or Agency: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Position Title: Senior MHPSS Assistant
Organizational Unit: Peacebuilding and Stabilization Division
Duty Station: Basrah-Iraq
Type of Contract: Sub-Contract to Stars Orbit Consultants and Management Development / Full time
Grade: Equivalent to G6
Duration of Appointment: Three (3) months, with possibility of extension subject to Satisfactory performance and fund availability
Closing Date: 18 March 2025
Reference Code: CFA2024/IRQ/285
Context and Reporting Line:
Under the overall Supervision of the MHPSS Programme Coordinator, the administrative supervision of the Head of Office (HoO) and the direct supervision of the MHPSS Programme Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the MHPSS programme activities and related programming.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Provide technical support and coordination with MHPSS staff that are engaged in MHPSS services, facilitating timely and effective execution of project activities and operational plans, as well as efficient, transparent and accountable use of allocated funding.
2. Support the development and implementation of MHPSS approaches related to integrating MHPSS services into a variety of non-MHPSS programmes.
3. Assist the MHPSS Programme Coordinator and Officer in the overall management of the MHPSS activities in project locations, including administrative, coordination, and monitoring.
4. Maintain project documentation and information, including the preparation of informal Arabic and English translations of technical documents.
5. Collect data for assessments and research on MHPSS across different field locations and develop timely reports, feedback mechanisms and other materials related to MHPSS services integrated into other programming.
6. Implement field level MHPSS activities that are integrated into other programming and supporting the field teams in meeting programmatic objectives as well as working on factsheets that highlight field level achievements.
7. Conduct regular data analysis of participant feedback in relevant MHPSS programming.
8. Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the programme and in the logistical elaboration of the programmatic phases of intervention.
9. Conduct MHPSS services in line with IOM MHPSS standards.
10. Ensure that confidentiality and the right to privacy is maintained regarding confidential beneficiary and project information. Ensure that hardcopy and electronic information systems are maintained, particularly the important notes of all key monitoring, implementation, and coordination activities.
11. Deliver training sessions to MHPSS field staff and staff of other programmes related to MHPSS.
12. Deliver external IOM training sessions on the MHPSS.
13. Perform other duties as may be assigned by programme management.
Required Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, mental health or any other related field from an accredited academic university or institution with 4 years of relevant professional experience, or;
• Completed highschool diploma with 6 years of relevant professional experience.
Experience and Skills
• Experience in providing mental health and psychosocial interventions to individuals and groups.
• Experience in working with IDP and returnee populations.
• Experience working in displacement settings.
• Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people including people of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in conducting assessments, using screening tools and creating individual care plans for clients seeking mental health services.
• Experience in working in an international environment and in liaising with a variety of partners at all levels of the hierarchy.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to present clear and concise information.
• Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people including people of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Office applications, including Word, Excel, Power Point.
• Knowledge of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) MHPSS in emergencies guidelines.
• Ability to conduct counselling sessions via interpreters/cultural mediators, whenever necessary.
• Ability to conduct sessions remotely.
• Experience in working with young people (children and adolescents).
• Experience in conducting research across a variety of settings.
• Experience in MHPSS integration into other programming, including climate change, livelihoods, etc.
Languages:
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
• Working knowledge of any other language is an advantage.
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
VALUES – All SOC staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
CORE COMPETENCIES – Behavioural indicators – Level 2
• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES – Behavioural indicators – Level 2
• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
How to apply:
While this vacancy is open to both Internals and Externals, priority shall be given to qualified Internal applicants.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period
From 11 March 2025 to 18 March 2025
More Information
- How to apply https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20241223210941/UZ20EJpinYlm6KHh9qcG7k8VR
