HI recruits 01 MHPSS Technical Coordinator

HI recruits 01 MHPSS Technical Coordinator

Outraged at the injustice faced by people with disabilities and by vulnerable populations, we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity.
Humanity and Inclusion is an international, independent and impartial non-profit organisation that intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, HI takes action and takes notice, to meet their basic needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.

For more information about the organisation: http://www.handicap-international.org

YOUR MISSION:

Handicap International intends to respond by implementing an intervention through local partners, with the aim to improve the living conditions of the most vulnerable people, including persons with disabilities, by ensuring access to inclusive and quality services & livelihoods through a multi-sectoral response. The response will include inclusive humanitarian action; rehabilitation and MHPSS support as well as food distribution.

Under the line management of the Operation Manager, with the support of HQ Technical Advisor, the MHPSS Technical Coordinator will be ensuring and guaranteeing the technical and quality framework related to MHPSS. S/he will responsible for:

– Contributing towards the overall strategic planning for HI’s mission and lead the definition of the MHPSS strategy in close link with the other sector of intervention (Inclusion/protection/ rehabilitation/ livelihood)
– Provide regular technical guidance, support and coaching to HI’s technical officer, project managers and MHPSS implementing partners on field of expertise.
– Ensure the technical direction and quality of MHPSS related activities
– Lead the update of technical guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for integrating MHPSS into the programme.
-Lead the design of training packages and IEC materials
– Contribute to HI’s external representation with other relevant actors and donors
– Consolidate MHPSS concerns and actively contribute to HI advocacy actions
– Support and train the Project Managers and project officers in your field of expertise

The complete Job Description will be shared with short-listed candidates.

Your profile:

Experience:

– Advanced degree in Psychology, Psychosocial or Social Work
– At least 3 years experience in Psychological services and humanitarian response
– Experience of training and technical supervision in the field of Psychosocial support and Protection with NGOs, preferably involving local partners
– Demonstrable experience and/or understanding of the protection sector is necessary
– Previous experience with HI is a strong asse

Skills:

– Strong communication and interpersonal skills is expected
– Proven organisational skills is necessary
– Spanish is mandatory (oral and written)
– French or English mandatory (oral and written)

Personal qualities:
– Self confidence
– Adaptability
– Strong interpersonal and multicultural skills
– High level of autonomy and initiative
– Ability to work under high pressure
– Sense of humor
– Diplomacy sense
– Patience and ability to stand back

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION :

The level of security to respect:
– Movement restrictions (from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
– Curfew from 10:00 p.m.
– For road trips, convoy movement and movement tracking.
– Confinement in case of protests and blackouts
– Identification of prohibited areas
Currently, the country is also facing several power cuts that could lead to additional restrictions on movement.

Nevertheless, housing and offices will be located in secure sectors, with a security system, and it is possible to travel around the city, have dinner and lunch outside and find leisure activities

CONDITIONS :

• Starting date: 01/07/2019
• Length of the contract: 6 months
• Contract: salaried contract from 2800€/month (gross) depending on experience
• Perdiem : 393.44 € net/month
• Hardship allowance: 250€ net/month
• R&R : 5 days every 3 months
• Paid holidays : 25 days per year
• Insurances : medical health coverage, retirement planning, repatriation
• Status: single
• Collective housing