Senior Mhpss Coordinator

Description:

· Assist in setting up the mental health program in line with IASC and International Medical Corps guidelines.

· Conduct field visits to monitor and support MHPSS activities and interventions provide and support technical quality of programming by providing feedback and mentorship.

· Provide training to International Medical Corps staff and other stakeholders in line with WHO mhGAP Humanitarian Intervention Guidelines in coordination with project staff.

· 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 International Medical Corps and other stakeholders.

· Provide on the job mentorship and supervision of staff and volunteers.

· Develop a system for follow up with local hospitals to monitor the quality of services delivered.

· Provide guidance and technical support for adapting IASC guidelines to the local context and on developing specific activities and/or interventions for communities.

· Assist in developing and implementing data collection, M&E and quality control measures (e.g. on the job supervision checklists, client satisfaction measures mhGAP training reports) for mental health services.

· Support communication and coordination with relevant stakeholders and relevant partners as needed.

· Prepare regular and timely updates and reports in coordination with the Program Director.

· Ensure that program activities developed are implemented in line with International Medical Corps mandate, policies, procedures and country strategy, including donor’s requirements, national and international rules and guidelines and MHPSS Quality Standards.

· Submit a report before the end of assignment which includes activities undertaken, documents training and supervision activities (including training materials, pre post tests and training evaluation results) and provides recommendations.

· Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.