Medecins du Monde Turkey (MDM-T) / Dünya Doktorları Dernegi (DDD) is a Turkish based humanitarian non-governmental organisation that facilitates access to healthcare for populations affected by armed conflict, violence, natural disasters, disease, famine, poverty and exclusion.
Our organization collaborates with partners and key stakeholders to implement projects that facilitate access to primary and secondary-level healthcare services to respond to the medical needs of displaced population.
DDD is the 16th member of the Doctors of the World International Network that is committed to meeting the health needs of vulnerable people globally.
Please visit www.dunyadoktorlari.org.tr to learn more.
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The MHPSS Field Manager based in Northwest Syria works for all DDD MHPSS operations in NWS under the administrative direction of the Program Medical Manager and the technical direction of the MHPSS Manager.
S/He will be the technical referent for the following staff:
▪ Psychologists in Northwest Syria
▪ Psychosocial Workers in Northwest Syria.
Status:Fixed-term
Expected Starting Date: ASAP
EXPECTED PROFILE
Knowledge & Qualification
· Master’s /Bachelor degree or equivalent in psychology – clinical or counselling psychology
Experience
· 2 years’ experience minimum as a manager in I/NGOs
· Experience in similar role in humanitarian assistance/with other Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) is desirable.
Languages
· Required: Engliah and Arabic (oral and written)
· Preferred: Turkish
IT & Equipment
· Good proficiency with Microsoft package
Communication & Information flow
· Good communication skills with teamwork, and patients
· Good reporting skills
General Qualities required:
· Diplomatic;
· Flexibility and capacity of adapt to complex and changing contexts;
· Ability to work in an international context and collaborate with international and national experts;
· Familiar with multicultural environment;
RESPONSIBILITIES
Programming, planning and implementation of the MHPSS activities
· Strategize and plan the MHPSS intervention of DDD in line with the specific and emerging needs of the project locations
· In line with the DDD strategic plan, establish and follow road plan for MHPSS activities, considering general and specific needs and the advancement of DDD’s MHPSS activities
· Lead the planning and oversee MHPSS program activities in the project areas, in coordination with the Protection Officer and Team Leaders
· Adapt integrated approach in programme implementation, work closely with the Protection Officer, Team Leaders, MEAL Officers, Programme Medical Manager, and to ensure a unified strategy and coordinated actions
· Supervise and ensure that mental health activities (in and outside health facilities), with the beneficiaries are performed with regular follow-up and according to all DDD protocols and standards in order to provide the most appropriate treatment for clients with psychosocial problems ensuring mental health team is calm and neutral during sessions regardless of personal feelings and/or beliefs.
· Review and develop the technical material, tools, guidelines and documents elaborated for the mental health activities in order to develop appropriate support for beneficiaries by working closely with the MHPSS Manager
· Share problematic situations and cases with the MHPSS Manager for help with decision making and problem resolution.
· Responds and/or assists with emergency interventions relating to complex cases on the field
· Contribute preparation of the DDD Advocacy plan in his/her area of responsibility
· Contribute to content development by working closely with the MHPSS Manager (SOPs, Project Proposal, etc.)
· Advise to the HR department on staff wellbeing
Technical Support & Supervision:
· Provide technical advice and guidance to the MHPSS field teams, and be the technical referent for MHPSS teams in NWS
· Create and update job profiles of MHPSS staff and participate actively in recruitment processes
· Conduct regular need assessment with field staff and ensure that training, supervision, and staff care is adjusted to the needs of field staff and programs
· Lead regular technical meetings of field teams and ensure adequate communication flow among team and with coordination on all matters relevant to the delivery of MHPSS services
· Ensure good communication among team is in place, and internal referral paths are established, in order to provide client-centered care.
· Promote self-care and staff-care practices and processes
Training & Capacity Building:
Developing Community MHPSS Interventions
· Participate in assessments of new sites/locations for MHPSS service delivery.
· Participate in defining effective and culturally appropriate approaches and interventions to respond to the MHPSS needs of the community.
· In collaboration with the MH team, develop and utilize innovative evidence based preventative mental health interventions.
· Promote and strengthen existent community support networks.
Monitoring & Evaluation
· Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation processes for all MHPSS field activities.
· Ensure that all necessary MHPSS beneficiary forms and files (intake forms, progress reports, individual assessments etc.) are completed and properly stored as per DDD protocols.
· Evaluate beneficiaries’ satisfaction and quality of care provided.
· Assess and evaluate the quality of all MHPSS activities and interventions taking place on the field.
· Responsible for compiling reports on current activities to be submitted to the MHPSS Manager in İstanbul
· Assist in the analysis of data to detect potential risk factors influencing the mental health status of the surrounding population.
Representation
· Attend inter-agency coordination meetings and represent DDD whenever required.
· Contribute to the development of partnerships with local and international stakeholders necessary for proper MHPSS service delivery.
· Participate in DDD internal meetings and individual meetings with MHPSS Manager.
Reporting
§ Provide regular reporting on your activities to your line-managers upon they request
§ Provide your line managers with a Handover Report at the end of your contract.
Other Duties
· Report any security related issues to the line manager
· Support operational organization of field trips and DDD activities
· Available for frequent travels for monitoring of field activities in Syria
· Any other relevant duties requested by the line manager
Compliance & Ethics
Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Dünya Doktorları Derneği. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of Dünya Doktorları Derneği and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conducts work with the highest level of integrity. Communicates these values to staff and to partners and requires them to adhere to these values.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Dünya Doktorları Derneği and amongst beneficiaries served by Dünya Doktorları Derneği.
NB: Considering the purpose and values of the organisation, DDD requests to its employee complete flexibility in term of duties and commitment, as their job description and job title can be adjusted throughout the year according to needs and priorities.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please be advised that female candidates are highly encouraged.
Dünya Doktorları Derneği is an equal opportunity employer whereby we ensure all hiring and employment decisions, and operates all programs, services, and functions without the practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.
How to Apply:
Please apply with your CV and motivation letter in ENGLISH through our website
Closure Date: 23.10.2024
Due to the urgency to fill this post, DDD reserves the right to review the CVs on a rolling basis and selected candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing dates listed, therefore early applications are encouraged.
DDD is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually due to the anticipated high number of applications.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
General Information
DDD retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer a contract with a modified job description or for a different duration, or to offer a contract at a lower grade.