Job Identification (Reference Number): 14546
Position Title:ย Programme Officer (MHPSS)
Duty Station City:ย Beirut
Duty Station Country:ย Lebanon
Grade:ย P-3
Contract Type: Special Short Term (Up to 9 Months)
Recruiting Type:ย Professional
Vacancy Type:ย Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration:ย 9 Months with Possibility of Extension
Closing date:ย 02 June 2025
Introduction:ย ย ย ย
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Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:ย
Internal candidates Candidates from the following non-represented member states:Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from nonrepresented member states of IOM.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes in Lebanon and direct supervision of the Programme Officer (Protection), and in close coordination with the Regional Thematic Specialist (RTS) at the Regional Office (RO) and relevant Divisions/Departments/Units at Headquarters (HQ), the Programme Officer (MHPSS) will be responsible and accountable for managing, coordinating and overseeing specific Health and Psychosocial Support Programme โs (MHPSS) projects and related activities in Lebanon.ย
Oversee the effective development and implementation of the Mental health and Psychosocial support program by exercising administrative, operational and financial management responsibility for relevant projects.Provide operational management, guidance and technical supervision to MHPSS technical national and international staff, assisting on programmatic strategy and implementation, including where to focus programme resources and operational challenges as they arise.Establish, maintain and further expand strong relationships across UN Agencies, humanitarian organizations, government and community interlocutors, and with a broad range of other local interests toward the successful implementation of the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support ProgrammeIdentify the priorities arose during the implementation of the Programme and coordinate the design and contribute to the development of the new projects under the Programme and activities based on solid results framework and in response to emerging trends and priorities, as well as donor interests and requirements, in close coordination with the Protection Program Manager, Head of Programs and HoO, Regional Office, relevant Units at HQ, as well as with Government counterparts and other relevant public/private sectorโs partner organizations.Ensure that the key programmatic directions are shared with international stakeholders, including donors, to maximize impact, minimize overlapping and stimulate funds mobilization for the new programmes.Ensure timely and quality preparation and submission of all MHPSS programme reports, in close coordination with the Protection Programme Manager and other relevant units of CO according to requirements of IOM, donors and relevant stakeholders.Coordinate and manage the elaboration and compilation of programme updates/briefs for donors, government and other relevant stakeholders, by ensuring compliance with donor requirements and procedures.Monitor progress against strategic objectives, ย programme benchmarks, and provide advice with respect to improvements and corrections; oversee the establishment of a common Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework that incorporates regular reporting requirements and impact evaluation strategies, in close coordination with M&E Officer of CO.Ensure that the objectives set in programme documents and budgets, M&E frameworks and work plans are compliant with IOMโs organizational policies and donorโs contractual requirements, interests and expectations.Oversee the production of visibility/communications materials in close coordination with Focal Point of the CO.Guide, monitor and follow-up with relevant staff in support of COโs strategic inputs and key decisions, including substantively contributing to the COโs development of the country MHPSS programme.ย Participate and engage actively at relevant donor or partner meetings, briefings and conferences at the international and national level.Supervise and provide technical support to all relevant Programme staff. Mentor and support staff, conduct relevant trainings and ensure the capacity building of Programme staff.Coordinate the development, dissemination and regular update of assessment and monitoring tools. Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for MHPSS Programme activities, ย if required.Oversee the development and maintenance of data collection and analysis mechanisms for IOMโs ongoing or new programmes and share relevant information with partners within the humanitarian community.Undertake travel duties nationally or internationally, as required, including the regular visits to Sub-Offices, to coordinate, develop and/or support programme implementation.Perform such other duties as may be assigned. ยEducationย
Masterโs degree in Psychology, Social Work, Social Sciences, Anthropology or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; orUniversity degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.ย
Experience
Experience in project management and reporting.ย Experience in designing and managing MHPSS programmes in emergency and post-conflict contexts.Experience in providing MHPSS in emergency contexts as well as in mainstreaming psychosocial approaches into different sectors of the emergency response.Experience in coordination and the provision of community-based MHPSS approaches that are customized to address a range of vulnerabilities across diverse groups and are adapted to a specific context in place.Experience in liaising and building effective partnerships with donors, government authorities, and/or other national/international institutions.ย Experience in clinical supervision and capacity building of mental health professionals and social workers is an asset.Participation to IOM corporate programme in Psychosocial Interventions in Emergency and displacement will be considered an asset.Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups.Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting.Skills
Languages
IOM's official languages are English, French and Spanish.ย
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French, Spanish or another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.ย
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOM's competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies โ behavioural indicators Level 2
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization's priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.Managerial Competenciesย โ Behavioural indicators Level 2
Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organizationโs vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organizationโs goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.ย
Notes
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station's country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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