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Médecins du Monde is looking for a

MHPSS Advisor

(100 %)

Founded in 1993, Médecins du Monde Switzerland is a medical association of international solidarity that is part of the Médecins du Monde network. We provide sustainable access to health care for people in vulnerable situations in Switzerland and around the world.

WE PROVIDE CARE

For nearly 30 years, we have been working to ensure that the right to health is effective for all, without financial, social, cultural, or geographical barriers. We collaborate with civil society organizations and local authorities to implement projects in Switzerland and around the world.

WE BEAR WITNESS

We call up on and accompany regional, national, and international authorities to facilitate access to healthcare and promote respect for human rights. We advocate with decision makers to change things in a sustainable way.

MdM Switzerland, has been working in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) since 1994 in the sector of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), implementing emergency and development interventions, focusing on victim of occupation-related violence, children and detention, suicide prevention and management, strengthen of access to mental health cares at national and community level, and advocacy initiative.

YOUR MISSION

To provide technical supervision of the implementation and integration of the MHPSS theme in the mission’s activities
To ensure the operational roll-out of the intervention strategy, technical support, quality and relevancy of MHPSS services and response, as well as information relating to MHPSS.
To directly or indirectly lead/supervise teams (MdM or partners)

YOUR POSITION WITHIN THE STRUCTURE

Direct supervisor: General Coordinator

Technical supervisor: MHPSS Advisor at HQ

Managerial responsibility:

Functional responsibility: Program team and managers at mission level

YOUR ACTIVITIES

Advise and monitor the quality and the impact of MHPSS interventions (monitor and adapt protocols, identify training needs, organize the referral procedure, etc.)
Create and disseminate tools, guidelines and training and awareness-raising materials
Provide technical supervision, capacity building and support for teams (MdM and/or partners), Promote technical development and ensure adherence to ethical and quality standards.
Identify national and regional actors in the theme and leading the relevant network
Be the technical representative of MdM with authorities, partners, and other NGOs
Implement and monitor the collection of data, training teams, compile and analyze data
Make recommendations and proposals to modify and adapt activities and identify opportunities to develop new activities
Plan technical resources (logistics, finance, HR)
Implement MHPSS monitoring at national and regional level
Design and conduct needs and impact assessments, including data analysis and reporting, including to identify priority areas and gaps in MHPSS services.
Provide technical support monitoring to the implementing partners.
Contribute to writing MHPSS components of draft projects and donor reports.
Participate in the strategy development of the mission.
Represent MdM and ensure good relations are maintained and developed with stakeholders consistent with the principles of neutrality and independence of MDM, including local and national authorities, and other NGOs.
Attend coordination meetings on relevant MHPSS matters or any external meetings delegated by the General Coordinator.
Promote the fruitful and smooth coordination with the other MdM chapters in oPt, by working on ongoing and new projects, MHPSS harmonized tools and SOPs, building up and implementing a common MHPSS strategy, in close coordination with the General Coordination
Support the design and planning of activities
Support the implementation of activities that require technical expertise, following the field program needs
Write activity reports, capitalization reports, summaries, etc.
Analyze activity reports from MdM and/or partner teams
Monitor the budget for these activities and contribute to the construction of the budget
Contribute towards advocacy work

متطلبات الوظيفة

YOUR PROFILE

Academic and Working Experience:

Psychiatrist or Psychologist with complementary training relevant to MHPSS humanitarian and development programs, gender, gender-based violence, child protection, etc.
At least 3 years relevant professional experience in similar roles in humanitarian or development programs
At least 2 years’ experience in supervision and capacity building of MHPSS staff
Experience in department structuration (protocols, internal processes, quality development, capacity building, …)
Experience of direct and/or functional management and experience in remote management
In-depth understanding of the MHPSS challenges and main needs of the local context and familiarity with the humanitarian environment in Palestine
Experience in all phases of the Project Cycle Management, including need assessment
Experience in external coordination in the Palestinian context is a strong asset
Familiarity with MEAL-related tasks applied to MHPSS, is a strong asset
Capacity building and supervision strong skills, both in direct provision and in design
Strong skills in external coordination and technical representation
Very good report writing skills
Confident and proficient in the use of Office Pack, internet-related applications and social media
Experience with Kobo is an asset
Experience and familiarity with mission level internal dynamics, especially in terms of coordination between departments
Demonstrated commitment to upholding professional standards, including maintaining confidentiality, respecting ethical guidelines, and ensuring the well-being and safety of beneficiaries and staff
Fluent Arabic and English, both oral and written

Other Requirements/Skills

Proactivity and strong aptitude to look for innovative solutions and initiatives.
Very strong independence and autonomy to self-organize and achieve tasks and priorities.
Very good team player, with positive and constructive aptitude toward peoples
Ability to work under stressful situations.
Good analytical skills
Strong anticipation, time management and planning skills, to meet deadlines
Strong problem solving and organizational skills in day to day and crisis situations
Adaptability and flexibility to changing priorities, context and humanitarian needs
Strong skills in diplomatic communication, listening and conflicts resolution
Trustworthiness, rigor, professionalism and ethical strong principle
Willing to travel between different offices and fields