MHPSS Coordinator

Première Urgence Internationale

  • Киев
  • 2 650-2 970 € в месяц
  • Контрактная работа
  • Полная занятость
  • 2 д. назад
MHPSS Coordinator - UKRAINE - based in UKR-Kiev7 months Contrat à durée déterminée 23/09/2025 UKR-KievPUI all around the worldWith its 40 years of experience, Première Urgence Internationale :Supports close to 6 millions beneficiariesWith more than 100 Millions € yearly budgetPresent in 22 countries, on 5 continentsThanks to the work and commitment of :More than 2000 national staffsAround 200 expatriates from 45 different nationalitiesAnd 90 employees at HQPUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams come together to bring a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises to help them regain independence and dignity.Learn more on , ,Focus on our activities in UkrainePUI intervenes in Ukraine since 2015, in response to the needs provoked by the conflict in Donbass. PUI develops its integrated approach with health, mental health, protection and WASH projects to improve and restore equitable access to quality health services as well as to water, sanitation and hygiene for the most vulnerable population living in cities located along the contact line in the Donetsk Oblast. PUI also technically and materially assists a large network of Health Facilities and social institutions to improve the quality of care provided to the population.
In order to support the populations currently affected by the conflict in the country, PUI is currently scaling up its activities in Donbass and in other regions of Ukraine.What about the MHPSS Coordinator ?As Mental Health & Psychosocial Coordinator (MHPSS Co), you will be responsible for the development and implementation of the mission's operational MHPSS strategy as well as for the quality of current and future MHPSS programmes throughout the design, implementation monitoring and evaluation phases. You will build the capacity of the mission's MHPSS department and provides technical support to the project teams and in particular to the MHPSS Project Managers in a functional relationship. You will represent PUI to the authorities, humanitarian actors and donors for the MHPSS sector.For this purpose, you will be responsible for :Context analysis / Strategy / Development: You will participate in the development of the operational strategy in MHPSS and contribute to the design of new relevant MHPSS interventions on the mission based on the identified MHPSS needs in the country, and in line with PUI MHPSS intervention framework. In coordination with the MHPSS team, you will monitor MHPSS activities in the country and analyse their strengths and weaknesses.Programmes quality: You will provide technical support in your field of expertise to the programme teams, in particular to the MHPSS Programme Managers, and ensure the quality and effectiveness of the mission's MHPSS programmes.Representation / Coordination: You will ensure PUI's external representation for the MHPSS sector to partners, donors, national authorities and local actors. You will represent PUI in relevant Clusters (Health, Protection) or MHPSS sector coordination group meetings. You will contribute to the good information sharing within the MHPSS sector.Human Resources / Training: You will provide technical support to the project teams and in particular to the MHPSS teams. You will provide support to the project managers for the recruitment of technical staff in MHPSS. Working alongside the Head of Mission (HoM) and/or the Deputy HoM for Programs and the HQ MHPSS Advisor, you will identify key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and gaps within MHPSS department. You will supervise the content of MHPSS training and the quality of MHPSS activities (including clinical supervisions) on the basis of identified needs.Logistics and Administration: You will ensure the teams under your responsibility follow logistic and administrative procedures and keeps the logistic and administrative departments informed of any relevant developments.Security: You will contribute to the compliance with security rules on the mission and share all information related to security to your line manager and/or to the mission's security manager.The challenges that await you :
  • Designing and scaling MHPSS interventions that respond to widespread conflict-related trauma and displacement. • Ensuring quality and appropriate care while adapting to limited specialized mental health resources and high demand. • Coordinating with health, protection internally and externally, to deliver integrated, multi-sectoral MHPSS responses. • Provide supervision and on-going technical support to PUI national staff delivering services.
What you will need to succeedTrainingYou hold a Master's degree or equivalent in Clinical Psychology. A technical background in project management, and/or in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy will be appreciated.ExperienceStrengthened by minimum 3 years of experience implementing MHPSS programs, 2 years of clinical practice in mental health or psychosocial care, and a previous working experience abroad with NGO, you master management of MHPSS related projects. A clinical experience with migrants/displaced people, victims of confilcts, survivors of S/GBV and survivors of torture would be appreciated. You already worked with Première Urgence Internationale? It would be a definite asset!SkillsYou have good written communication skills, you master the program management and have a knowledge of procedures of institutional donors (OFDA, ECHO, UN agencies, etc.).QualitiesYou are able to work independently, to take responsibility, in a proactive approach in order to make proposals and to identify solutions. You have good analytical, organisational and management skills. You demonstrate diplomacy, open-mindedness and a good resilience to stress.LanguagesEnglish has no secrets for you! All the better, it is mandatory for this position. If you speak Spanish, Arabic and/or French, it would be a definite asset.A word from the manager« PUI has maintained a continuous presence in Ukraine for over a decade, making it one of the longest-standing international NGOs operating in the country. With an established footprint in eastern Ukraine, including areas near the front line and occupied territories, the mission operates in a highly dynamic and risk-sensitive environment. Predominantly national teams bring strong commitment and contextual expertise, requiring robust security coordination to enable safe and sustained humanitarian access and response. »PUI will offer youStatus : Employé(e) with a Fixed-Term ContractMonthly Gross Income : 2 650,00 - 2 970,00 EUR depending on your experience in International Solidarity + 50€ per semester of seniority with PUIInsurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriationHousing in collective accomodationDaily Living Expenses ("Per Diem")Break Policy : 5 working days at 3 and 9 months + break allowancePaid Leaves Policy : 5 weeks of paid leaves per year + return ticket every 6 monthsOur commitmentsPUI is committed to preventing all forms of inappropriate behavior in the workplace, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, while promoting the well-being of children and adults with whom PUI interacts. PUI expects all employees to perform their tasks and professional responsibilities in accordance with the PUI Ethical Framework.
PUI expects all employees to fulfill their professional duties and responsibilities in accordance with PUI's Ethical Framework. All employees will receive appropriate training and commit to promoting, disseminating, and upholding the principles set forth in its Ethical Charter.
The holder of this position may potentially have access to personal data concerning children and vulnerable adults as part of their work (Category 2 in the safe recruitment risk classification). Consequently, all recruitments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks, which include criminal record and counter-terrorism financing checks.
Première Urgence Internationale considers the diversity of nationalities, genders, beliefs, backgrounds, and statuses within its Human Resources as a major asset for its humanitarian work. The organization is therefore committed to strictly upholding the principle of non-discrimination throughout its recruitment process.
We are dedicated to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.You recognize yourself in this profile and you adhere to our commitments ? You feel ready to take up the challenge and to join PUI great family ?

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