National MHPSS technical expert (training programme)

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The project aims to enhance individual and communal mental health and psychosocial well-being by 
mitigating the negative psychological impacts of the conflict and support efforts to promote social cohesion, 
peace and recovery during the post-conflict period. In turn, a sense of hope, solidarity and mutual support 
within and between communities will be fostered, potentially leading to reduced tensions, violence 
prevention, a restored social fabric, and promotion of long-term stability.
Through the activities outlined in this project, IOM aims to prevent further distress and promote psychosocial 
well-being, while also advancing broader outcomes that support peace and community recovery, especially 
in post-conflict settings.
 

In line with this and building on its strong experience in this field, IOM Lebanon will be developing the 
content of and delivering an academic training programme, in close coordination with a national academic 
partner, on community-based mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), in intersection with conflict 
transformation, dialogue, social cohesion and integration within peace and recovery programmes. The 
overarching objective of the training programme is to enhance the capacity of relevant professionals and 
increase their knowledge on a broad range of psychosocial issues related to conflict-stricken societies and 
displacement. 
 

The Consultant will contribute to the design of the curriculum of the academic training programme in 
partnership with the selected academic institution, coordinating with relevant governmental entities, liaising
with experts (national and/or international) who will be delivering relevant components of the programme, 
support with the selection in the selection of participants of the training programme based on set eligibility 
criteria, in coordination with the selection committee. 

MHPSS Unit/Protection Programme, IOM Lebanon 
 

• Advanced university degree (Master’s level or higher) in Mental Health, Psychology, Psychiatry, Social Work, Psychosocial Studies, Public Health, Education, Peace and Conflict Studies, International Development, or a closely related field is required.
• A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s) in the above fields combined with an additional two years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.

•  Minimum of 5–7 years of relevant professional experience in mental health and psychosocial support, preferably in humanitarian, recovery, or development contexts.
• Demonstrated experience in working with universities, government institutions, and/or national 
  authorities in Lebanon along with strong networking skills with academic professionals (nationally and internationally).
   

• Strong familiarity with community-based MHPSS, social cohesion, conflict transformation, and 
  peacebuilding approaches.
• Familiarity with IOM’s manual on community based MHPSS in emergency and displacement settings or taking the online course is an added advantage.
• Has previous experience in developing the content of and delivering MHPSS trainings and conducting research studies for international organizations.
• Experience working with vulnerable groups in the past, including returnees, internally displaced persons, etc. will be an added advantage.
• Excellent organizational skills and with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

For this consultancy, fluency in English and Arabic (spoken and written) is required

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

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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IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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