Special Vacancy Notice
Open to National Internal and External Candidates
- Position Title : MHPSS Program Assistant
- Duty Station : Bujumbura, Burundi
- Classification : General Service- G5 Step 01
- Vacancy number : SVN_ 2021_BI10_05 Program Assistant
- Type of Appointment : SST Special Short-Term contract – Six months
- Organizational Unit : Migration Health Psycho-Social Support Unit
- Direct Supervision : Migration Health Project Officer
- Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
- Closing Date : 10 June 2021
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. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are
considered as first-tier candidates. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Organizational Context and Scope:
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 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.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Migration Health project Officer the successful candidate will be providing support to the IOM’s mental health and psychosocial support projects in Burundi.
FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues from the MHPSS Unit, participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of unit activities. He / She will be responsible for:
1. Support in establishing MHPSS teams that will provide MHPSS interventions at the target sites.
2. Providing administrative support to MHPSS component to coordinate logistics to deliver services to beneficiaries.
3. Assist in coordinating work of MHPSS team. This include monitoring activities, organizing meetings, addressing gaps and providing overall support.
4. Liaise and provide technical support to the MHPSS workers, focal point.
5. Support the MHPSS team supervisor to implement community – based PSS activities including community-initiated activities and discussion groups with a specific focus on women, girls, youth
and people with mental disorder, disability or other social vulnerability.
6. Assist in identification of gaps and opportunities for MHPSS and assist in the development of interventions addressing the identified needs, this may include organizing refresher training as
necessary.
7. Support Migration Health and MHPSS Project Officer with monitoring project implementation and evaluation.
8. Support the organization of relevant trainings for the MHPSS teams, humanitarian actors, primary health care workers, key community members, community leaders, traditional healers and other key stakeholders as relevant.
9. Ensure maintenance of confidential documentation and records of all psychosocial activities implemented.
10. Collaborate with other agencies on the ground and participate in meetings on behalf of IOM and in the interest of the beneficiaries.
11. Be on the lookout for MHPSS related empowerment areas in the interest of beneficiaries.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Education and Experience:
1. University degree in mental health nursing, psychology, and psychosocial support, psychiatry or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 3 years of relevant professional
experience
2. Previous work with MHPSS at community level.
3. Experience and qualification in counselling is an asset.
4. At least 3 years of field-based experience in community-based psychosocial support programs.
5. Familiarity of the IASCA guidelines on mental health psychosocial services in emergency settings is an asset.
6. Field – based experience in working with humanitarian agencies in emergencies.
7. Understanding of cultural diversity and cultural diversity competence.
8. Knowledge of United Nations and Non-Governmental Organizations humanitarian community.
9. Experienced in written report writing and use of Microsoft suite.
10. Previous experience in emergencies is an asset.
Languages
• Fluency in French, Kirundi is required.
• Knowledge of English is an added advantage
Required competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values
• Inclusion & respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity & 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.
Core 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication and explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Notes
IOM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. Both internal and external candidates can apply for this position. For the purposes of the vacant post, internal applicants are considered first-rank applicants.
Taking up the post is conditioned by the certification that the candidate is medically fit.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to jobsburundi@iom.int latest 10 June 2021, 4:30 P.M.
In order for the applications to be considered valid, IOM only accepts applications with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for application, addressed to the Chief of Mission, International Organization for Migration (IOM) and with a subject line “SVN_ 2021_BI10_05 Program Assistant”
All applications should include a functional e-mail address, mobile numbers, copies of diploma and any other certificate, copy of national ID card and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NO FEE: The International Organization for Migration (IOM) does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, process or training). IOM does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank details.
Posting period: From 28.05.2021 to 10.06.2021
