Job Details:
- Organization: CTG – Committed To Good
- Location: Herat
- Grade: Junior level – Junior consultancy
- Occupational Groups:
- Public Health and Health Service
- Human Resources
- Medical Practitioners
- Humanitarian Aid and Coordination
- Children’s rights (health and protection)
- Closing Date: 2023-12-30
Job description
CTG staff support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.
CTG Overview
CTG recruits, deploys, and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilize at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and has done so in 48 hours on several occasions.
Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical, and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organizations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR-related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.
Overview of position
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)) Migration Health and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant (MHPSS), and administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for will actively engage in the implementation of MHPSS activities including social considerations in basic services and security, strengthening community and family supports, focused non-specialized services and ensure referral to specialized services, as required in their related provinces. She/He is expected to carry out their duties in accordance with the strictest ethical standards, and with due respect for gender and socio-cultural sensitivities.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Deliver basic counseling sessions (Individual and/or group counseling) to the affected people that are identified by or through the IOM Migration Health Team as an integrated approach.
2. Implement tailored psychosocial support program activities for the displaced and migrant populations in the designated locations, in collaboration with MHU, and ensure that the implementation of social, religious, and educational/vocational activities is culturally appropriate.
3. Assist in the identification of psychosocial needs, and proposition needed interventions to reduce risks and increase the resilience capacity within the displaced and migrant populations, in collaboration with the MHU.
4. Organize and lead support groups, focus group discussions, and awareness-raising sessions and contribute to the development of messages related to MHPSS awareness-raising and sensitization.
Role objectives
5. Support Senior Project Assistant (MHPSS) in delivering training or workshops tailored for sensitization on MHPSS issues and remedies.
6. Conduct ongoing monitoring, analysis, and reporting of the psychological condition of the affected individual and provide periodic reports of psychosocial activities conducted in the designated areas including psychological reports and statistics on a monthly basis.
7. Coordinate with Senior Project Assistant (MHPSS) and Senior Programme Assistant (MHU)/MHU Team Leader on cases requiring higher-level interventions.
8. Coordinate with the Regional MHPSS Technical Working Group and other relevant stakeholders at local provincial levels.
9. Always maintain confidentiality of all beneficiaries and internal information.
10. Perform any other tasks as assigned.
Project reporting
- 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, and makes people feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.
CORE COMPETENCIES – Behavioural indicators – Level 2 – G6 And Above
Key competencies
- 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 – Behavioral indicators – N/A
- 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.
Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Counselling, Social Works, Psychiatric Nursing, or related field from an accredited academic institution with One year of working experience, Or
High School Diploma /Certificate in the above field with three years of relevant experience.
Experience
- Experiences in clinical psychology, educational psychology, psychiatric nursing, or other related field.
- Strong communication and facilitation skills
- Experience working in the UN and humanitarian sector is an asset – specifically in MHPSS programs.
- Good knowledge of counseling and community mobilization methods and tools
- Experience in supporting medical teams and community-based organizations.
- Experience working with survivors of trauma, including GBV.
- Working on emergency and development project
SKILLS
·Ability to stand for extended periods.
·Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
·Effective written and verbal communication skills.
·A patient and compassionate disposition.
·Accuracy
Languages
Fluency in English, Dari, Or Pashto
Note: Applications from qualified female candidates are encouraged
How to apply:
Interested candidates are required to apply through the below online Form. Also, please take note that IOM does not accept applications in hard copies.
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