MHPSS Team Leader

Context
Under the general guidance of IOM Iraq MHPSS Programme Coordinator, the overall supervision of IOM Iraq
MHPSS Programme Officer, the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct
supervision of MHPSS National Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the MHPSS
programme activities by performing the following functions and responsibilities:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Technical support, coordination and supervision of psychosocial teams in Anbar governorate, ensuring
timely and effective execution of project’s activities and operational plans, as well as efficient,
transparent and accountable use of allocated funding.
2. Promote partnership, capacity building and strengthening of civil societies organizations, including
local NGOs, women’s and youth associations, providing training, coaching and networking.
3. Carry on needs assessments, support researches, identify strategies to promote psychosocial support at
Governorate level, design operational plans to enhance access to psychosocial services and
peacebuilding opportunities.
4. Assist the MHPSS programme coordinator in the overall management of the program in the
governorate, including administrative, coordination, and project development functions.
5. Support the maintenance of project documentation and information, including the preparation of
Arabic and English translations of technical documents.
6. Ensure that confidentiality and the right to privacy is maintained with regard to confidential project
and beneficiary information.
7. In accordance with structured reporting requirements and informal reporting needs, prepare clear and
concise reports of all activities undertaken.
8. Ensure that hardcopy and electronic information systems are maintained, particularly the important
notes of all key monitoring, implementation and coordination activities.
9. Provide training sessions to IOM staff, psychosocial and social cohesion field teams, community focal
points and partner organizations staff.
10. Organize training modules and liaison with national and regional professionals and academics.
11. Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the program and in the logistical
elaboration of the programmatic phases of intervention.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the MHPSS programme coordinator and officers.
13. Support the maintenance of project documentation and information, including the preparation of
Arabic, Kurdish and English translations of technical documents.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the programme management.

Education:
 Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Medicine, Educational Psychology or other relevant
fields from an accredited academic university or institute.
Experience and skills:
 Minimum 4 years of experience working in the humanitarian or development sector, of which at least 2
year involves mental health, psychosocial support, social cohesion, livelihoods and capacity building
programs.
 Experience in capacity building for local NGOs or social programmes is a strong advantage.
 Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people including people of culturally
diverse backgrounds.
Languages:
 Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
Behavioral Competencies
 Work prioritization and ability to multitask.
 Shares knowledge and experience.
 Positive, constructive attitude.
 Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a
minimum of comfort.
 Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
 Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.
 Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
 Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.
 Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.
 Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.
 Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the prevention of
sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

While this vacancy is open to both Internals and Externals, priority shall be given to qualified Internal
applicants.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:
https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20220215150129/Yfx7sNa3K2yADtn89L5VuZXIl
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.