National Professional Officer (Mental Health)
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Contract
This is a NO-A contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 1 years of experience, depending on education.
Salary
The salary for this job should be more than 2,577 USD.
Salary for a NO-A contract in Bangladesh
The salary of a NO-A depends on the duty station. The minimum salary there is 302,840 BDT (~2,577 USD) Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power.Please keep in mind that the salary displayed here is an estimation by UN Talent based on the location and the type of contract. It may vary depending on the organization. The recruiter should be able to inform you about the exact salary range. In case the job description contains another salary information, please refer to this one.
More about NO-A contracts.OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The disease burden in Bangladesh is shifting from communicable to noncommunicable disease (NCDs) due to epidemiological transition. NCDs are estimated to currently account for 67% of all deaths in Bangladesh and a large number of these deaths are premature. Mental & neurodevelopmental disorders are important contributors to premature deaths and disabilities from NCDs. Studies estimated that 18.7% of adults and 12.6% of children in Bangladesh are having mental health conditions. The objective of the NCD programme is to provide technical support to the Government of Bangladesh to generate evidence, adopt evidence-based policies and action plans driven by international best practices, and to implement, monitor and evaluate the programme with an ultimate objective to reduce premature deaths and disabilities from NCDs and mental disorders. Implementation of the programme will reduce the health, economic and social burden of NCDs and mental disorders in Bangladesh and achieve commitments to global NCD targets and the Sustainable Development Goals.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the guidance and supervision of the MO-NCD & NPO NCD and overall supervision of Deputy WHO Representative, the incumbent will:a) provide technical assistance to the Government counterpart and other relevant stakeholders -
1. to adopt and implement the recommendations of WHO Special Initiative for Mental Health and WHO Comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan in coordination with WHO Headquarters and SEARO;
2. to adopt, implement and evaluate policies, legislations and strategic action plans relating to mental and neurological health;
3. to develop country specific training modules in line with the WHO tools and guidelines and build capacity through training;
4. to implement the WHO Mental Health Gap Action Programme (mhGAP) aiming at scaling up services for mental, neurological and substance use disorders, specially at primary health care settings;
5. to provide Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) both in emergency settings and in situations of chronic hardship;
6. to undertake strategic communication to reduce stigma, promote mental health and prevent substance abuse;
7. to strengthen service for disabilities and gender-based violence;
8. to generate evidence and develop a monitoring and evaluation system;b) perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned, including replacing and backstopping for other team members, as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: University degree in medicine/ psychology or equivalent clinical health science. Desirable: Post-graduate degree in public health or mental health.
Experience
Essential: At least one (1) year of work experience in public health or mental health Desirable: -Experience of drafting of policies, action plans and guidelines relating to mental and neurological health;-Experience in building capacity and/ or implementation of mhGAP and MHPSS;-Work experience in mental health, neurodevelopmental disorders, gender-based violence and counseling service;-Work experience with UN agencies or international organizations.
Skills
-Good understandingof WHO recommendations and best practices in the area of mental health, neurodevelopmentaland substance use disorders; -Proven skill of engaging with stakeholders for development of policies and legislations;-Proven technical skill of facilitating capacity building initiatives, strategic communication campaign and evidence generation; -Ability to form effective working relationships with government counterparts and other stakeholders.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Moving forward in a changing environment Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Bangla. Desirable:
REMUNERATION
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at BDT 3,292,822 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
A written test may be used as a form of screening.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.
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This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.