Mhpss Trainer

2 weeks ago


Doha, Baladīyat ad Dawḩah, Qatar International Organization for Migration Full time

Position Title
:
MHPSS Trainer


Duty Station
:
Doha, Qatar


Classification
:
General Service Staff, G-5


Type of Appointment
:
One Year Fixed Term, with possibility of extension


Estimated Start Date
:
As soon as possible

Closing Date
:23 May 2024

  • Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and nongovernmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants._
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Context:_

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Core Functions / Responsibilities:_

  • The MHPSS Trainer will work closely with the MHPSS team to assess, plan, organize, and provide technical training for MHPSS staff.
  • Plan, organize and provide technical training based on global guidelines such as IOM Manual on Community-Based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies and Displacement.
  • Train IOM staff and partners e.g. on the psychosocial aspects of the refugee experience, Psychological First Aid, basic psychosocial support skills, including listening skills, and the relevance of the do no harm approach across different sectors.
  • Ensure completion and analysis of pre/post
- knowledge tests and on-the-job supervision checklists.

  • Support the integration of mental health services throughout CAS operation by utilizing the MHPSS SOPs, collecting feedback from IOM partners and guests and supporting sustainable and measurable systemslevel integration.
  • Implement the trainings in line with IOM global MHPSS standards and guidelines and closely coordinate with QRC Mental Health volunteers for development and review of training materials and reports.
  • Work within the framework of the IASC guidelines for mental health and psychosocial support in emergency settings and Sphere standards.
  • Document and report all MHPSS training activities conducted at CAS using SYNC in coordination with the MHPSS team.
  • Collaborates with different CAS programs, such as Protection, Health, SNFI, Community Engagement, for internal referrals to provide guidance to on MHPSS services within and outside of CAS.
  • Coordinates with the concerned other department staff, mainly Protection and Health, to identify and address cases of child abuse and domestic violence that requires MHPSS training and capacity building to address these cases.
  • Organize platforms, workshop on disseminating key information and advocacy messages on MHPSS.
  • Build capacity of IOM staff, CAS focal points, QRC and Community volunteers on MHPSS related issues through workshops and trainings.
  • Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the program and in the logístical elaboration of the programmatic phases of intervention.
  • Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • University Degree in Psychology, Public Health, Education, or any other relevant field from an *accredited academic institution with minimum of three years of relevant working experience. or;
  • Completed High School Diploma with at least five years of relevant experience.
Experience

  • Proven work experience as an instructor required.
  • Must be approachable and empathic so children will be comfortable working with you.
  • Excellent knowledge and skills in MHPSS programming resilience, psychosocial support, communitybased activities, development, and mobilization, especially in an emergency context.
  • Experience working with atrisk community members.
  • Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities and stakeholders, working in international organizations, nongovernment or government institutions/organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to draft and prepare clear and concise formal correspondence and project reports.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural setting;

Skills:

  • Strong organizational, facilitation, communication, writing and presentations skills;
  • Proficient in a Microsoft Office environment and office software packages; Data entry (database management) skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural setting;
Languages

IOM's official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

REQUIRED
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE
Knowledge of Dari/Farsi/Pashto and Arabic is desirable.

Notes

Required Competencies

Values

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
  • 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 daytoday challenges.
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