Sr. PSS Officer

International Medical Corps invites applications from candidates fulfilling the mentioned Job specifications.

• Note: International Medical Corps never asks job applicants for a fee, payment, or other monetary transaction.
• If you are asked for money in connection with this recruitment, please report to International Medical Corps at the website provided at the end of this document.

Background

Job Purpose

• The Sr. PSS Officer is responsible for of the implementation of project as per agreed indicators.
• The Sr. PSS Officer will technically supervise the relevant staff as appropriate.
• The role has responsibilities for reporting, coordination, training, identifying gaps in project.
• Main Responsibilities
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The tasks listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Program Management

• Actively lead or participate in coordination mechanisms in the project location i.e., general coordination & potential MHPSS groups and advocate for principles of IASC MHPSS guidelines. 
•  Assist in development of training and IEC material as per the need of the target audience.
• Support in the development of a detailed workplan of the project activities with specific emphasis on the trainings.
•   Identify and train local mental health officers and refugee staff/volunteers in community outreach, mental health case management, follow-up and mental health awareness. 
•  Engage trained staff and volunteers in on the job mentoring and supervision 
•   Supervise and manage project activities in line with the project outcome and outputs.
•  Ensure completion and analysis of pre post knowledge tests and on the job supervision checklists. 
• Provide training in other MHPSS topics as appropriate, depending on identified needs (e.g. key aspects of psychological first aid and relevant aspects of IASC guidelines) to IMC and staff from other relevant stakeholders.  
• Support collection and reporting of mental health project data.
• Compile overall project activities and training reports.
• Implement the project in line with IMC and global MHPSS standards and guidelines and closely coordinate with Program Supervisory staff. 
• Represent International Medical Corps in MHPSS related meetings and coordination groups. 
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Representation

• Attend coordination meetings as needed
• Ensure maximum visibility of the organization amongst the NGO community
• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors

General

•  Deployed personnel are expected to assist with the setup, maintenance and demobilization of the clinical spaces and base camp as required.

Policy Adherence

Actively promote PSEA (prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and among beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.

 Adhere to the Code of Conduct, maintain humanitarian principles and respect international humanitarian law at all times.

Other duties as assigned

The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

The fluid nature of response requires personnel to adapt to a rapidly changing landscape; duties may be reconfigured to meet operational requirements.

Compliance and Ethics

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout International Medical Corps.
• As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity. Communicate these values to staff and to partners and require them to adhere to these values. 
•  Code of Conduct
• It is our shared responsibility and obligation to prevent matters involving sexual exploitation and abuse, trafficking in persons, child safeguarding and any suggested violation to our Code of Conduct that may involve conflicts-of-interest, fraud, corruption or harassment.
• If you see, hear or are made aware of any such activities, you have an obligation to report.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology with minimum four years of experience working on MHPSS programs, preferably in humanitarian settings.
• Trained on Psychological First Aid, familiar with mhGAP manual and community-based MH training material as well as previous training experience to multi-cultural groups.
• Experience in training & capacity building.
• Familiarity with IASC Guidelines and MHPSS in Emergency Settings.

Experience

• At least three (3) years of experience in similar level.  
• Experience in effectively dealing with such projects as well as donor agencies, government officials, and other NGOs; the ability to work with a broad spectrum of people
• Competencies
•  Excellent communications skills, both oral and written.
•  Excellent self-motivation skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make medical decisions affecting the standard of care independently.
• Demonstrated analytical, motivational, communication, project conceptualization and planning skill
• Demonstrated experience of working closely with support functions (finance and logistics) on activity and procurement planning
•  Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations
•  Ability to relate to and motivate staff effectively
• Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources
• Excellent decision-making skills
•  Must work independently under difficult conditions
•  Able to take on non-medical responsibilities from time to time to cover for other team members
• Skills and knowledge in program sustainability and capacity building, public-private partnerships and project monitoring and evaluation (both quantitative and qualitative methods)
• Strong writing and presentation skills
•  Proven capabilities in leadership required
•  Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills
•  Fluency in spoken Regional Languages. Communication in National & International Language will be an edge. 

Equal Opportunities

• International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

To Apply       

• For immediate consideration, please apply through Rozee.pk.
• The last date for submission of applications is October 12, 2021.

Note: Keeping in view the urgency of this position we might not wait till October 12, 2021 for applications, candidates who apply and meet the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted for interview even before due date.