MHPSS Supervisor / Trainer

• Role: MHPSS Supervisor / Trainer
• Hours: Full time, with some weekend and evening working required to support the humanitarian programme delivery
• Remuneration: £3150 GBP to £3300 GBP per month (dependent on experience)
• Duration: 3 months initially – ideally open to longer period.
• Location: Ukraine

This role is part of our Ukraine Programme and will be carried out within Ukraine

Applicants must have an existing right to enter Schengen Zone countries in order to transit to Ukraine e.g. citizenship/residence of a Schengen Zone country, or an ETIAS eligible country (https://www.etiasvisa.com/etias-requirements).

About the position

Are you an experienced Mental Health and Psychological Support Services (MHPSS) Supervisor and Trainer that can provide support according to UK-Med's mission and humanitarian standards to improve patient Mental Health?

UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.

We are looking for an experienced Mental Health and Psychological Support Services Supervisor/Trainer to provide psychological support to patients according to UK-Med mission standards and humanitarian standards to improve the patients’ mental health.

You will support the development and delivery of MHPSS training plans to strengthen staff and local population competencies and capacity to better assist people affected by conflict.

You will participate in the planning, coordination and supervision of mental health and psycho-social related services to provide appropriate mental health support to beneficiaries.

You will have a strong background in supporting the delivery of health programmes in complex emergencies by working closely with colleagues and in country partners.

You will have a positive and flexible problem-solving approach and be willing, able, and ready to deploy to support all UK-Med programmes and projects.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference.

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack - MHPSS Supervisor/Trainer - Ukraine - January 2023 before applying for this role.

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (no more than 2 pages) that includes a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification.

Applications must be submitted through our online jobs portal no later than 6th of February 2023.

Applicants must have an existing right to enter Schengen Zone countries in order to transit to Ukraine e.g. citizenship/residence of a Schengen Zone country, or an ETIAS eligible country (https://www.etiasvisa.com/etias-requirements).

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.