International Organization for Migration (IOM) is implementing multi-sector response programs in the world’s largest humanitarian crisis in Cox’s Bazar Bangladesh. In Cox’s Bazar, IOM provides lifesaving emergency Primary Health Care services across 21 primary health care facilities in Ukhiya and Teknaf Upazillas. In addition, IOM operates a large referral system for secondary medical services outside the two Upazillas.
The Mental Health and Psychosocial Support project aims to; 1) Strengthen the national system in the provision of MHPSS services through increased coordination and knowledge management, 2) Improve MHPSS coverage by adding and expanding outreach services and elements to the host community, as well as addressing the need to strengthen local capacity for adequately detecting and responding to mental health challenges, and 3) Strengthen the community-based development approach of the MHPSS response. While implementing these services, IOM’s priority is to strengthen capacity of Government of Bangladesh alongside International and National NGOs with whom it partners closely.
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator -Emergency Health (MHD), MHPSS Project Officer, and direct supervision of the Project Officer (MHPSS) the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for supporting the implementation of the MHPSS activities, system strengthening and capacity building initiatives and supporting the field staff involved in the mental health and psychosocial support services in Ukhiya and Teknaf, for both refugees and host communities, as per IASC MHPSS in emergency guidelines, IOM Manual on Community Based Mental health and psychosocial Support in Emergencies and Displacement, MHPSS minimum Services package and other global and national guidelines.
Education
Experience
Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; Experience in working with refugees, host communities, internally displaced persons, and other vulnerable groups; and, Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word etc.Language
For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of local language is an advantage (Bangla and Rohingya).