MHPSS Social Worker

[Fallujah,Iraq ]

Context
Under the overall supervision of IOM Iraq MHPSS Programme Coordinator, the administrative supervision of
the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of MHPSS Team Leader in close coordination with
CSU Area Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the MHPSS programme
activities by performing the following functions and responsibilities:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Participate in the continuous needs assessment component of the project: collect data, facilitate group
discussions in the communities targeted under the project and deliver written reports with that input.
2. Develop, manage, and facilitate activity plan in close collaboration with the team psychologist and the
area coordinator.
3. Offer individual support and counselling to beneficiaries if required under supervision of the team
psychologist and MHPSS officers.
4. Conduct community outreach activities and collaboration with civil society organization ensuring
inclusiveness of vulnerable and marginalized populations in project activities.
5. Organize and lead support groups, focus group discussions and awareness raising sessions and
contribute to development of messages related to MHPSS awareness raising and sensitization.
6. Assist the area coordinator and MHPSS programme officers in the overall management of the project,
including administrative, coordination, and project development functions
7. Support the psychologist with the implementation of community-based activities related to mental
health and psychosocial support.
8. Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the programme and the integration of work
with activities the social cohesion and other CSU programme activities on governorate level.
9. Participate in the capacity building activities arranged by CSU for local stakeholders on MHPSS topics,
especially stress management and MHPSS needs of the local population.
10. Any other duty as may be assigned by the area coordinator or programme officers.

Context
Under the overall supervision of IOM Iraq MHPSS Programme Coordinator, the administrative supervision of
the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of MHPSS Team Leader in close coordination with
CSU Area Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the MHPSS programme
activities by performing the following functions and responsibilities:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Participate in the continuous needs assessment component of the project: collect data, facilitate group
discussions in the communities targeted under the project and deliver written reports with that input.
2. Develop, manage, and facilitate activity plan in close collaboration with the team psychologist and the
area coordinator.
3. Offer individual support and counselling to beneficiaries if required under supervision of the team
psychologist and MHPSS officers.
4. Conduct community outreach activities and collaboration with civil society organization ensuring
inclusiveness of vulnerable and marginalized populations in project activities.
5. Organize and lead support groups, focus group discussions and awareness raising sessions and
contribute to development of messages related to MHPSS awareness raising and sensitization.
6. Assist the area coordinator and MHPSS programme officers in the overall management of the project,
including administrative, coordination, and project development functions
7. Support the psychologist with the implementation of community-based activities related to mental
health and psychosocial support.
8. Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the programme and the integration of work
with activities the social cohesion and other CSU programme activities on governorate level.
9. Participate in the capacity building activities arranged by CSU for local stakeholders on MHPSS topics,
especially stress management and MHPSS needs of the local population.
10. Any other duty as may be assigned by the area coordinator or programme officers.

Education
 Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Educational Psychology or other relevant social
sciences from an accredited academic university or institute.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female
candidates are especially encouraged, as well as the internal and external candidates are eligible to
apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, the internal candidates are considered as
first-tier candidates.
Experience and Skills:
 Minimum 2 years’ experience working in the humanitarian or development sector, of which at least 1
year involves mental health, psychosocial support, social cohesion, and capacity building programs.
 Experience in capacity building for local NGOs or social programmes is a strong advantage.
 Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people including people of culturally
diverse backgrounds.
Languages:
 Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
Behavioral Competencies
 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 differing 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/20211110155658/5yqVkDxalAMeWIb8PTm9Jsujf 

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