Education:

• Advanced university degree (Doctorate, Masters or equivalent) in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, Psychiatry or demonstrably equivalent studies from a recognized institution. Registration as a mental health professional in the country of origin is required.
  

• Additional training or certification in a broad range of related fields, such as alcohol/substance abuse, resilience, cross-cultural communication, conflict resolution, mediation, trauma etc. will be an advantage.
  

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible professional post graduate experience relevant to the field is required.
  

• Experience either working in a hardship location or providing counselling services to staff working under very difficult and insecure environments is an asset.
  

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Doctorate, Masters or equivalent) in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, Psychiatry or demonstrably equivalent studies from a recognized institution. Registration as a mental health professional in the country of origin is required.
  

• Additional training or certification in a broad range of related fields, such as alcohol/substance abuse, resilience, cross-cultural communication, conflict resolution, mediation, trauma etc. will be an advantage.
  

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible professional post graduate experience relevant to the field is required.
  

• Experience either working in a hardship location or providing counselling services to staff working under very difficult and insecure environments is an asset.
  

• Provide active psychological support including during emergencies and/or after critical incidents to ensure continued staff well-being and that managers and staff are provided with the effective support to manage change.

• Actively engage with management and staff to establish relationships based on trust and respect;

• Provide emotional and psychological support to employees and management during the organizational alignment process through group and individual sessions;

• Work closely and collaboratively with managers at all levels in the Country to ensure a psychologically healthy work place;

• Maintain and enhance the country based specific content for the Wellbeing app and provide a range of general and context specific trainings related to change management, resilience, conflict resolution, team-building and cultural sensitivities to improve morale, health, and team dynamics in the country office.

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• Deliver workshops, trainings, and information sessions on a wide range of topics (e.g., stress management, team building, problem-solving, conflict resolution, etc.) to ensure that staff regularly receive relevant information and are aware of sources where to find information or assistance.

• Maintain the highest ethical standards related to the provision of psychological services consistent with the Wellness Division Ethical Guidelines and Standards of Practice;

• Prepare comprehensive reports, plan budget for missions, trainings and plan and implement other staff counselling activities to ensure the provision of cohesive counselling services.

• Maintain at all times, high standard of professional ethics and confidentiality consistent with the Wellness Division Ethical Guidelines and Standards of Practice, actively engage with management and staff, listen to their concerns, and stay approachable.

• Other as required.