Field Mental Health Officer - Lebanon Field Office - Internally for UNRWA staff only

Org. Setting and Reporting

The incumbent reports to the Field Disease Control Officer, HL09

Responsibilities

Oversees and supervises the implementation of Health Programme policies and interventions, and formalizes structures, in relation to mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), as well as Health staff responses to child protection (CP), gender-based violence (GBV), disability inclusion, and cross-cutting processes including agency-wide referral and reporting systems, in an efficient manner to ensure access to quality care for beneficiaries. Conducts regular field visits, including UNRWA health centers and area offices, to ensure the quality of services, provide technical and logistics support; and address emerging challenges. Monitors clinical mental health trends at Field level to identify areas of needs, gaps, strengths, challenges or unsatisfactory performance, and coordinates corrective actions with the HC and area teams to capitalize on potential improvement opportunities. Supports the capacity building and professional development of health staff on MHPSS, CP, GBV, disability inclusion and referrals, through trainings, workshops, peer support groups and on-job coaching, monitoring and technical support; based on best practice principles, UNRWA policies, as well as relevant national and international guidelines. Provides guidance and support on referral pathways and procedures related to MHPSS, CP, GBV and disability inclusion, internally within the Health Programme, to other UNRWA Programmes, or to external partners. Coordinates with Field Pharmaceutical Services Officer to follow-up on availability of psychotropic medications at UNRWA health centers. Plans and coordinates prevention, advocacy and community engagement initiatives on MHPSS, CP, GBV and disability inclusion, in coordination with health staff, UNRWA departments and external partners if needed. Liaises and maintains contacts with the respective NGOs, community leaders, governmental organizations and other relevant inter-agency coordination bodies, to enhance coordination and responses to mental health and cross-cutting needs. Prepares reports for MHPSS, CP, GBV and disability inclusion; advocates for inclusion of relevant indicators into the general Health Information Systems; and carries out reporting, data collation and analysis functions as needed. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. Leading and Supervising Planning and Organizing Relating and Networking Formulating Strategies and Concepts Analyzing Acts in accordance with the profession’s ethics and values; respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; and adheres to key mental health and psychosocial support principles including confidentiality and do no harm. Good command of medical terminology

Education

A university degree from an accredited educational institution in clinical psychology, medicine, nursing or related discipline. A valid license to practice clinical psychology, medicine, or nursing (where applicable).

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

At least six years of professional experience in a health-related field, is required. Of which two years working in mental health and psychosocial support related role, with three years at supervisory level, is required. Ability to use computer and understanding of its usage in health applications, is required

Languages

Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Please make sure that your application is filled properly, correctly, and completely; any missing or incomplete information may lead to the rejection of the application by the system. If the recruitment process generates a large number of applicants who pass the test, the Agency may interview only the top passing applicants to ensure sufficient number of candidates to be listed on a recommended list or an employment roster based on the Agency’s needs. This is intended to ensure efficiency and timeliness of the recruitment process. Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointment Duration of Contract: 3 years including 1 year probation period, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need. This vacancy notice is open to internal candidates. Only candidates residing in Lebanon, and within commuting distance of the duty station with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in Lebanon, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded. Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates assisting the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities. UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed professionals wishing to make a change. A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post. 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Professional experience in delivering diverse trainings on mental health and psychosocial support related topics. Demonstrated skills or experience in data management and Monitoring and Evaluation related to mental health related topics. Preferable working experience in refugee settings. Conditions of service: The monthly earnings will start from USD 2,304.40 (Monthly Salary 2,137.4 + Supplementary Allowance USD 167) Other benefits include monthly Provident Fund contribution (15.4% of basic salary paid by the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency allowance (if applicable). Candidates need to check the Junk Email as emails from INSPIRA may go to Junk; it is the candidate's responsibility to check his/her email. Additional information: The incumbent is required to travel frequently in the field Possession of valid driving license . The vacancy will be shown on INSPIRA after 24 hours from the posting date. 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United Nations Considerations

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups. At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

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