MHPSS and GBV Focal Point

RTM International

RTM International

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Summary

  • Vacancy: —
  • Location: Cox’s Bazar
  • Published: 19 Sep 2024

Requirements

Education

  • Honor’s & Master’s in Psychology from a recognized university.

Additional Requirements

    • Applicants with relevant experience and GBV based trainings will be preferred.

    • Candidates with relevant working experience in an emergency context will get preference.

    • A strong understanding of mental health issues, psychosocial support principles, and GBV prevention and response strategies including PSEA is essential.

    • Candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

    • Chattagram local language fluency is a must. Work experience at Rohiynga refugee camp will be an asset.

    Responsibilities & Context

    Job Location: Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar

    Report to: Head of Operations – Field/Medical Coordinator/ Clinic In-Charge

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • In collaboration and under the direction of Head of Operations- Field/Medical Coordinator/ Clinic In-Charge, the MHPSS and GBV focal point will:

    • Develop monthly work plan towards accomplishment of the AWP and monitor the plan accordingly.

    • Set program strategies and a work plan, in coordination with concern managers, to meet program goals and to determine operational needs.

    • The MHPSS Officer is overall responsible for the appropriateness and quality of MHPSS inventions at her jurisdictions.

    • Working closely with the other sectors to ensure smooth running of mental health programs and providing support to the health and GBV programming activities.

    • Work with the Clinic-in-charge/Field Coordinator to conduct a situational analysis in areas of operation to determine the best implementation strategy.

    • Mentoring to MHPSS Team offering mental health and psychosocial support services,

    • Work directly with communities of concern to identify MHPSS problems and to promote that they receive appropriate services and support.

    • Support the development of strategies for community mobilization regarding MHPSS.

    • Identify local partners and points of service and support for individuals in need of Mental Health and Psychosocial related assistance.

    • Supports capacity building and hands-on support on MHPSS interventions to relevant protection units, particularly those for community-based protection, child protection and SGBV and their partners.

    • Train GBV/Psychologist & Partner Counselor/Para Counselor/Case Worker to provide Mental Health & Psychosocial support as well as case management services.

    • Provide technical and program management training for staff and volunteers.

    • Together with the Clinic in Charge, establish a case management system.

    • Ensure monthly and quarterly reports, on time and with accurate data.

    • Coordinate with UN, government and NGO partners to ensure well-coordinated prevention and response activities

    • Work with partners and community members to monitor and strengthen referral pathways

    • Coordinate with other sector actors and working groups to ensure GBV integration

    • Maintain coordination and positive working relationships with all projects of RTMI.

    • Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organization’s Code of Conduct

    • Maintain confidentiality and uphold other principles in line with protection programming

    • Attending Coordination meetings which are relevant to MHPSS program and communicate relevant information to the senior management team

    • Know, understand, and comply with all the policies of RTM International including HR Policy, PSEA, Code of conduct and Workplace policy

    • Any other responsibility assigned by the authority.

    Compensation & Other Benefits

      • As per organization policy

      Employment Status

      Contractual

      Job Location

      Cox’s Bazar

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