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MHPSS Field Technical Specialist – Libya

Place: Tripoli

Length: 12 months

Starting date: 15/02/2021

Closing date for applications: 03/02/2021

“Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations,
we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences,
where everyone can live in dignity”

Handicap International is changing his name and becomes « Humanity & Inclusion ». HI, Humanity & Inclusion is an independent and impartial aid and development organisation with no religious or political affiliations operating in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.

Since the organisation was first founded in 1982, we have set up development programmes in 62 countries and responded to many emergencies. Today we have a budget of around 150 million euros, with 3500 employees worldwide.

HI is engaged in an employment policy in favour of disabled workers.

For further information about the association: www.hi.org.

JOB CONTEXT:

HI is currently implementing several programmes in Tripoli, Misrata and Benghazi, supporting vulnerable persons and their families such as people with disabilities (including people living with mental health problems), people with chronic diseases, older persons, displaced and returnees’ persons and families, migrants and refugees. Activities include provision of comprehensive rehabilitation services including physical therapy and psychosocial support, provision of assistive & mobility devices as per needed; capacity building, technical support and donations of assistive devices and/or materials and equipment to health partners; training on inclusion principles to other humanitarian actors and health workers;

Since early 2019 HI is implementing a three-year project entitled ‘Action for Mental Health Assistance in Libya’ (AMAL) as part of wider initiatives to improve the access and quality of health care services in Libya. Implemented in partnership with the Libyan Ministry of Health and a Tunisian NGO, the overall objective of the project is to allow the most vulnerable people in Libya from host communities, those internally displaced and returnees and migrants, suffering from mental health disorders/psychosocial disabilities to regain or to preserve good mental health by accessing quality interventions at community level, primary health care level, and secondary and tertiary level.

In June 2020 HI also started a one year project entitled ‘Strong And Loving Active Minds’ (SALAM) to enhance the development of a culture of peace, cooperation and responsibility – with a focus on youth (male and female) – through improved provision of MHPSS services at community level. This project will strongly rely on Libyan Civil Society Organisations.

HI is also involved in Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) activities. As a response to increased ERW related accidents, HI is also currently resuming its Risk Education activities in greater Tripoli since November 2020.

 YOUR MISSION:

Under the responsibility of the Country Manager and in collaboration with the Operations Coordinator and HQ MHPSS Technical Referent, the MHPSS Field Technical Specialist:
– is responsible for the technical support and regular follow-up of the MHPSS activities (direct service provision as well as health system strengthening activities)
– oversees the development and adaptation of technical material aiming to build the capacity of the PSS workers through face to face or remote trainings and coaching
– supports the mission to develop its strategy within Libya especially regarding the MHPSS and related protection sectors of intervention.

You will be responsible for:

1) Technical support
2) Representation and external coordination
3) Support to the program strategy
4) Reporting
5) Line/team management

YOUR  PROFILE:

• You have an advanced University Degree (Master’s level or equivalent) in mental health, psychology or related field from a recognized University or academic institute
• You have at least 4 years of experience in the field of MHPSS
• You have experience of training and technical supervision in the field of MHPSS with NGOs, in protracted crisis as well as in development contexts
• You have experience and/or technical understanding of the protection sector
• You have written and spoken English skills
• You have strong capacity building skills
• You have comprehensive knowledge of the IASC Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings guidelines and associated products
• You have excellent networking capacities for building constructive relationships government bodies and humanitarian actors
• You have excellent communication and reporting skills
• You have strong organizational skills
• You have strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
• You have strong capacity to build and promote partnerships across sectors and with government counterparts
• You have ability to work in a tensed and volatile context with strict security measures
• Experience of INGO representation, donor reporting and project development from
• technical perspective is highly desirable
• Experience in the field of vulnerability/disability is an asset
• Experience in the Maghreb or MENA region is an asset
• Arabic language is highly desirable
• French language would be a plus
• Experience in local development would be an asset

 CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

The position is based in Tripoli but the post holder will be expected to travel between operational bases in Tripoli, Misrata and Benghazi, along with other international staff.
Position open to local and international staff.

 TO APPLY:

Only online by joining a CV and cover letter via the following link:

http://www.jobs.net/j/JNquqxvn