MHPSS Psychosocial Worker

[Kirkuk,Iraq ]

Context

Under the general guidance of IOM Iraq MHPSS Program Coordinator, the overall supervision of the National

MHPSS Officer, the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of

the Senior MHPSS and Livelihood Integration Assistant in close coordination with the CSU Area Coordinator,

the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting MHPSS programme activities, with a specific focus

on MHPSS and Livelihood Integration (MLI) programming and activities, by performing the following functions

and responsibilities:

Core Functions / Responsibilities

1. Support the planning, coordination and implementation of MHPSS and Livelihood Integration (MLI)

programme activities, including the organization and facilitation of MHPSS awareness sessions and

peer-support groups. This is done in close coordination with the Senior MHPSS and Livelihood

Integration Assistant and Area Coordinator.

2. Ensure consistent coordination and follow up with the livelihood programme to ensure timely

implementation of MLI activities.

3. Support the collection of participant feedback, engage in consistent data collection and entry.

Managing all data and resources confidentially.

4. Assist the area coordinator, Senior MLI assistant and National MHPSS officer in the overall

management of the MLI projects, including administrative, coordination, project development and

reporting functions.

5. Offer individual support and counseling to beneficiaries if required, under the supervision of the

Senior MLI assistant and National MHPSS officer.

6. Develop individualized and case-centered support plans and provide detailed information about the

identified/registered beneficiaries to the IOM psychologist and Senior MLI assistant.

7. Provide psychosocial first aid and emotional support to affected population in case of sudden/on-going

emergency.

8. Attend trainings and inductions as instructed and paying full attention to detail.

9. Assist with any other MHPSS-related activities or programming in Kirkuk as instructed.

 

Context

Under the general guidance of IOM Iraq MHPSS Program Coordinator, the overall supervision of the National

MHPSS Officer, the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of

the Senior MHPSS and Livelihood Integration Assistant in close coordination with the CSU Area Coordinator,

the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting MHPSS programme activities, with a specific focus

on MHPSS and Livelihood Integration (MLI) programming and activities, by performing the following functions

and responsibilities:

Core Functions / Responsibilities

1. Support the planning, coordination and implementation of MHPSS and Livelihood Integration (MLI)

programme activities, including the organization and facilitation of MHPSS awareness sessions and

peer-support groups. This is done in close coordination with the Senior MHPSS and Livelihood

Integration Assistant and Area Coordinator.

2. Ensure consistent coordination and follow up with the livelihood programme to ensure timely

implementation of MLI activities.

3. Support the collection of participant feedback, engage in consistent data collection and entry.

Managing all data and resources confidentially.

4. Assist the area coordinator, Senior MLI assistant and National MHPSS officer in the overall

management of the MLI projects, including administrative, coordination, project development and

reporting functions.

5. Offer individual support and counseling to beneficiaries if required, under the supervision of the

Senior MLI assistant and National MHPSS officer.

6. Develop individualized and case-centered support plans and provide detailed information about the

identified/registered beneficiaries to the IOM psychologist and Senior MLI assistant.

7. Provide psychosocial first aid and emotional support to affected population in case of sudden/on-going

emergency.

8. Attend trainings and inductions as instructed and paying full attention to detail.

9. Assist with any other MHPSS-related activities or programming in Kirkuk as instructed.

 

Education:

 Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Educational Psychology, or other relevant social

sciences from an academic accredit university or institute.

Experience and Skills:

 At least 2 years of experience in similar context in the field.

 Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people including people of culturally

diverse backgrounds.

 Experience in facilitating individual and group sessions.

 Experience in collecting information and data entry.

Languages:

 Fluency in English, Arabic and Kurdish is required.

Behavioral Competencies

 Ability to quickly comprehend new information and convey it to others.

 Work prioritization and ability to multitask.

 Shares knowledge and experience.

 Positive, constructive attitude.

 Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a

minimum of comfort.

 Responds positively to critical feedback and different points of view.

 Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.

 Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

 Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.

 Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.

 Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.

 Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the prevention of

sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

 

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:

https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20210708101536/xtCOGqIpjN306VMm712hyisfk

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.