Vacancy No.: CFA/0077/2022

Position Title: Project Assistant_ MHPSS

Position Grade: Daily (G4 Equivalent)

Duty Station: Afar, Ethiopia

Type of Appointment: Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 09.06.2022

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental 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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. External candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy.

Background

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub Office and direct supervision of the Technical supervision of the MHPSS Officer / Senior MHPSS Assistant, the successful candidate will support the implementation of the MHPSS program in the target areas. In particular, he/she will:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Participate in defining effective and culturally appropriate psychosocial approaches and interventions at the community level
2. Ensure psychosocial activities; community mobilization, awareness-raising sessions are organized and referred cases received appropriate support
3. Provide psychosocial support to identified individuals/groups and families.
4. In collaboration with the MHPSS project assistant, explore and detect potential GBV risk and factors influencing the mental health status of the target population and assist community volunteers to organize recreational activities
5. Collaborate and participate, in any field survey, data collection, and/or needs assessment organized by IOM in relation to MHPSS
6. Ensure awareness sessions related to COVID are provided as per the recommended guideline.
7. Attend supervision sessions
8. Execute any other duty as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

Educational Requirement

• A University degree in Psychology, and Social Work from an accredited institution with 4 years of professional experience is required.

Experience

• Four and above years’ work experience on the area of PSS in emergency
• Proven experience in Mental health and Psychosocial support, Counseling, Protection, and social work activities targeting IDPs/returnees, and refugees.
• Previous training on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, PFA, Child protection, and SGBV is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively and persuasively present information in a variety of settings and formats.
• Knowledge of emergency projects and activity monitoring and reporting.
• Skilled in organizing daily tasks and deadlines are met.
• Knowledge of basic computer and facilitation skills
• Experience working in partnership with community, government, and international organizations.

Languages

• Knowledge of English and Amharic is required.
• Knowledge of the local language is an advantage.

Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3

1. Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
2. Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
3. Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
4. Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
5. Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

The appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and a work permit, as applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply using THIS LINK

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!