MHPSS Assistant

MISSION:

The humanitarian aid organization Arzte der Welt e. V. is the German division of the international network Medecins du Monde/Doctors of the World (MdM). The 17 national members of the network implement domestic and international health care projects, currently almost 340 projects in 75 countries around the world.

 MdM provides emergency medical aid in disaster and crisis situations, supports access to health care and, if possible, assists with reconstruction measures. The network is also active in risk reduction and preparedness as well as long-term development co-operations in neglected regions around the world that receive little public attention. MdM ensures that its health services are provided equally to the most vulnerable citizens, refugees, internally displaced people and host communities, regardless of their ethnic, social, religious or political background. 

MdM has been operating in Ukraine since 2015, targeting the most vulnerable communities and people by improving access and quality of health care services for the population. Since February 2022 MdM has restructured its setting in Ukraine and adjusted the programme accordingly. Currently MdM GE maintains a coordination office in Dnipro and field offices in Vinnytsia and Kramatorsk. The emergency response in Ukraine is currently implemented around two main components: direct delivery of services through multidisciplinary mobile units (including PHC, SRH, MHPSS and support to GBV survivors) to IDPs and strengthening the local health system through distribution of medicines and medical supplies to several hospitals and primary health care facilities. 

GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF INTERVENTION:

The MHPSS assistant is based in Dnipro with some business trips to Dnipro (Country Office). 

ORGANIZATION CHART

Hierarchical supervisor: Mental Health Officer

Functional supervisor: Mental Health Manager

JOB SUMMARY

 Under the supervision of the Mental Health Manager and Project Manager, the MH Assistant organizes and helps to implement the project. The MH Assistant is responsible for organize capacity-building activities for evidence-based large-scale interventions aimed at increasing the capacity of professionals identified as the target audience in the MHPSS project (including but not limited to PHC health workers) under the technical supervision and management of the Project Manager and Mental Health Manager.

               The Mental Health Assistant is responsible for preparation awareness-raising activities by the MU Psychologists aimed at promoting mental health and reducing stigma among the population in the target locations under the technical supervision and guidance of the Project Manager and MH Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES DESCRIPTION: 

•             Active participation in the organization of trainings (MhGap, SH+, etc.); and education, (preparation of documentation, scheduling, provision of necessary materials, accompaniment and support during the event) within the framework of the German MdM program under the leadership of Project Manager and MH Manager;

•             Planning mental health awareness activities in line with existing German MdM standards, broadening the horizons on the issue and helping to overcome the stigma of MHPSS topics;

•             Maintaining the necessary documentation, drawing up a schedule of supervisions and meetings for the efficient work of the MH department.

 PROGRAM ACTIVITIES

RAISING AWARENESS

•              Identify needs, organize MHPSS awareness sessions;

•             Facilitating the implementation of community mental health programs (including participant selection, joint training, supervision, support and monitoring) in accordance with the scope of the program and plan.

COOPERATION WITH NGOS, LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS

•             Organize participation in meetings for MH Manager. (e.g TWGs, subgroups).

MONITORING & REPORTING

•             Participate in regular reports on MHPSS activities, as agreed with the MH Manager.

OTHER DUTIES

•             Maintain good social and professional relations with local and international partners;

•             Attend team meetings and take an active part in them;

•             Participate in the preparation of contingency plans with the Coordination Group as needed to tailor activities and resources to needs;

•             Participate in supervised advocacy and communication activities;

•             Perform other additional duties as requested by the MH Coordinator.

 Note: This list of activities is not exhaustive and may change depending on the situation. 

HIERARCHICAL & FUNCTIONAL LINKSHierarchical supervisor- MH Offiser

Technical supervisor: MH Manager

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Academic background: higher or secondary education.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ukrainian (fluent oral and written)
• English (will be an advantage)
• Computer skills: Excellent command of the Microsoft Office programs.

EXPERIENCE:

The successful candidate must have:

• Coordination experience.
• Experience in the organization of trainings and events on MHPSS;
• Experience working with documents and the ability to schedule.
• Ability to self-organize and work autonomously with the ability to organize, plan, and prioritize.
• Experience working in a non-governmental organization is a significant advantage.

COMPETENCE PROFILE:

• Ability to work quickly, under stress and with short deadlines.
• Ability to work in emergencies.
• Ability to set priorities and review them daily as needed.
• The ability to flexibly adapt to changing requirements and conditions.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• The ability to listen to the opinions of others and make joint decisions.
• Developed teamwork skills.
• Adherence to the principles and ethics of MdM GE.
• Ensuring the quality of services provided.
• Support of training activities (MhGap, SH+, MHT, etc.)

VAILABILITY

Incorporation date: ASAP

Fixed term contract with possibility of extension depending on funding

Only applications submitted in English will be considered. 

If a response to the application is not received within 15 days, such application shall be deemed rejected.

Our organisation welcomes people with disability to apply and be part of our team. The candidates with disability will be given an advantage during the selection process compared to the candidates with the same level of qualification.

Please note:

Doctors of the World promotes equal opportunities for all people. We adhere to a policy of positive regard for people who, due to a functional difference or social and/or cultural backgrounds, belong to groups that are underrepresented in the positions offered.

 Therefore, no candidate who meets the professional requirements will be excluded from the selection process based on functional differences, social or cultural origin, race or ethnicity, sex, gender, or any other social or cultural characteristic.