IFRC recruits 01 Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Delegate- COVID 19
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
Kenya
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Delegate- COVID 19
Closing date (Geneva time zone):13-06-2020Duty station:KenyaCountry:KENYADuty station status: FamilyDuty StationAccompanied status: Non-AccompaniedDuration:06 monthsCategory of Staff: DelegateGrade: C1Vacancy No:IFRC04080
BackgroundThe International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with 192 member National Societies. As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, our work is guided by seven fundamental principles; humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.
Organizational ContextThe International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest volunteer-based humanitarian network. The IFRC is a membership organisation established by and comprised of its member National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. Along with National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the IFRC is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The overall aim of the IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by National Societies with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.” It works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during and after disasters, health emergencies and other crises. The IFRC has its headquarters in Geneva, with regional and country offices throughout the world. The IFRC is led by a Secretary General who provides the central capacity of to serve, connect, and represent National Societies. The IFRC’s focus includes providing support to the IFRC governance mechanisms; setting norms and standards; providing guidance; ensuring consistency, coordination, and accountability for performance; knowledge sharing; promoting collaboration within and respect for the RCRC Movement; and expanding engagement with partners. The IFRC has five regional offices, as follows: Americas (Panama City); Africa (Nairobi); Asia and Pacific- AP (Kuala Lumpur); Europe (Budapest); Middle East and North Africa-MENA (Beirut). The regional office for Africa supports 49 National Societies to strengthen their humanitarian and developmental work, helping them to remain sustainable, relevant partners of choice and accountable for their actions.
Job PurposeReporting to the IFRC Africa Region Head of Health and Care Unit, The Mental Health and Psychosocial support (MHPSS) delegate supporting the Covid-19 response at the Africa Regional Office (ARO) is to support the inclusion and quality of MHPSS programming in African NSs response. The MHPSS Delegate is to develop the ARO work plan for future MHPSS and plan for the recovery phases. The MHPSS delegate will provide inputs for continuing assessments, programme and activities development, implementation and coordination as needed. The delegate will act as the technical advisor in matters of mental health and psychosocial support (PSS), train, supervise, and monitor implementation of activities and interventions and ensure links to relevant IFRC structures in coordination with the technical advisor at the IFRC PS Centre. The MHPSS delegate must have RCRC experience and have knowledge of mental health and psychosocial support in emergencies.
The MHPSS will provide guidance and advice on MHPSS for IFRC ARO and African NSs ensuring that activities are timely, relevant and delivered with quality (in response and recovery phases of Covid19); plan and collaborate with Movement and external partners for appropriate MHPSS response; and Support the assessment and identification of MHPSS needs of those affected by Covid19 in Africa
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Assessment, planning and programme developmentProvide Quality Assurance of assessment and program tools for MHPSS ensuring a mixed variety of methodologies
Provide remote training for assessment teams to carry out assessments and analyse findings in order to develop National Society Emergency Plan of Action (EPOA)Support the adaptation of the ARO EPOA (and appeal) ensuring integration of MHPSSSupport mapping of referral services and pathways, and adaptation of relevant referral toolsSupport the development of MHPSS PMER tools for ARO and NSs in AfricaAssist planning on appropriate, timely, relevant and quality MHPSS
Capacity building and volunteer management Support NSs in recruiting, screening, training, mentoring or supervising volunteers
Facilitate (remote) capacity building for NSs on MHPSS relevant approaches and interventions adapted for Covid19 response.Support NSs MHPSS focal point(s) in adapting MHPSS activities to Covid19 response
Programmatic areaAdapt/develop a regional monitoring and evaluation system aligned with and based on IFRC and PS Centre standards
Provide input to programmes, interventions and strategies and appeals based on assessment findings that build on global minimum standards and identified best practicesDevelop ARO MHPSS strategySupport the development of country specific MHPSS strategies taking age, gender and diversity into considerationSupport the adaptation/development, of MHPSS materials/tools relevant for COVID19Support the development of structures and mechanisms for staff and volunteers support
Coordination and communicationCoordinate with relevant MHPSS actors/stakeholders at regional level, Movement partners and other agencies for common interventions such as developing guidelines
Ensure that IFRC actions are in support of Host National Society and are part of a coordinated response with partner agenciesModel accountability and transparency to and among partners, donors and persons affected by Covid19Advocate for the importance of integrating MHPSS and PGI in a multi-sectorial settingProvide regular and timely reportsClosely coordinate with IFRC PS Centre Technical Advisor for Africa and other relevant IFRC colleaguesBe available for interviews, identify newsworthy stories and provide input to IFRC, National Societies and Host National Society’s communication departments, international and local media etc.
EducationBasic Delegates Training Course or equivalent knowledgeUniversity degree or equivalent in Social Science, Psychology, social workExtensive knowledge of health and disaster management objectives, mandate and program orientation of the Federation
Experience5 years Experience of working for the Red Cross/Red Crescent or international Humanitarian agencyFamiliarity with current international standards and guidelines. Previous experience working in the region.3 Years minimum experience working in MHPSSAbility to represent the Federation at senior level with potential and existing donors, Government officials and members of the Diplomatic Community.Ability to engage effectively with NS staff, volunteers and beneficiaries, being results focused and accountable, being a team builder and team player, a good communicator at all levels, having professional mastery over their technical area, having leadership qualities and encouraging others to take the lead when appropriate, having managerial effectiveness.Relevant experience of managing, coaching, and supporting staffExperience of project planning & budgeting, supervision and management to include monitoring and evaluationExperience in working in both emergency and developmental contexts and engaging effectively with beneficiaries especially women and children and other vulnerable groupsExperience of producing narrative & financial reportsKnowledge, skills and languagesStrong skills in general administration, oral and written communicationSelf-supporting in computers (Windows, spreadsheets, word-processing)Ability to represent the Federation at senior level with potential and existing donors, Government officials and members of the Diplomatic Community.
Ability to engage effectively with NS staff, volunteers and beneficiaries, being results focused and accountable, being a team builder and team player, a good communicator at all levels, having professional mastery over their technical area, having leadership qualities and encouraging others to take the lead when appropriate, having managerial effectiveness.Skills in training and developing staffFluently spoken and written EnglishGood command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish or Arabic)French strongly preferred
Competencies and valuesTeamwork, commitment to the RC/RC movement, National Society relationship skills, integrity and personal conduct, sensitivity to diversity, flexibility and adaptability, initiative and direction, interpersonal skills, resultsManagement of strategy, coordination, leadership, planning, management of budget and resources, supervision and control,Reporting, communication, networking,Team management
Comments
The Federation is an equal opportunity employer.