MHPSS Impact Assessment and Research Consultant
Ukraine
JOB DETAIL
Project Context and Scope
Category B
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the IOM Ukraine Senior Programme Officer (MHPSS); and under the direct supervision of the Operations Officer (MHPSS), the Consultant is expected to design, develop, and implement an MHPSS impact assessment and study to assess and strengthen understanding of the effect of integrated MHPSS services into livelihood programming, and the relevance of this integration in the Ukrainian context.
IOM operates a community-based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Programme across Ukraine, responding to a multitude of diverse MHPSS needs. Recognizing the challenging psychological experiences of war veterans and their family members, and given the psychological impact caused by the war, IOM offers MHPSS support to veterans and their family members and integrates MHPSS services into livelihood and employment programmes to offer beneficiaries with tailored MHPSS support.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
3R (Response, Resilience and Recovery) Unit, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, IOM Ukraine.
Tasks to be performed under this contract
Category B Consultants: Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment
- Develop first draft of a base line and end line impact assessment tool, research, data collection design and plan, as well as one practical guide for enumerators. Consult IOM staff, including field staff, to ensure the questions are context appropriate and easily understandable.
- Following review by IOM team, finalize the tool, data collection plan and guide for Enumerators based on feedback and comments received.
- Present the research plan and guide for Enumerators. Support selection of IOM field team and familiarize Enumerators with the process and tool for the first assessment phase, provide guidance to ensure effective data collection.
- Present research plan to MHPSS and MSDL teams in joint meetings.
- Oversee the baseline data collection, engage in possible follow up conversations with enumerators as needed.
- Develop a working definition with MHPSS and MSDL teams about what constitutes successful livelihood projects or success of an individual pursuing and taking part in a livelihood project. The definition outlines the desirable livelihood outcome of a person participating in MHPSS services integrated into livelihood Projects.
- Assess and analyze baseline data and produce preliminary findings report and key recommendations for integrated programming.
- Assist with clarifications for the process of the translation, adaptation and design of the assessment and other tools into Ukrainian language.
- Prepare for, coordinate and oversee end line assessment, and assess/analyze end line and baseline data to produce a finding report and key recommendations for integrated programming.
- Following review by IOM, address outstanding analysis, comments or revisions to create a final version of the research report.
- Design a short snapshot one-pager with key research findings, in addition to the research report.
- Present research findings internally and externally as required.
- Engage in other MHPSS assessment-related tasks as needed. – Ongoing during the whole consultancy.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
- All assessment and other related tools are developed.
- Enumerators are prepared and guided for field data collection.
- The final deliverables are submitted electronically to IOM as mentioned.
- The assignment must be completed within timeline set.
- Regular update of status of the work to IOM project team/assigned focal person.
Education
- Advanced degree in Psychology, Mental Health, Social Work, or any other related Social Science field.
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years working on MHPSS programme implementation, delivery of trainings in MHPSS and programme development and evaluation.
Experience
- At least 3 examples of previous impact-related assessment and works to be listed.
- Previous experience working with the UN system is an asset.
Skills
- Excellent writing, analysis and data collection skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and respect diversity.
- Team works oriented but with a capacity to work independently.
Languages
- Fluency in English and Ukrainian is required.
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Travel required
- Yes.
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 three 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 – behavioural indicators
- 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.
Notes
- 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, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates may be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination. Consultants engaged to work on a home-based consultancy who do not need to travel do not need to provide vaccination records, regardless of the length of the consultancy contract.
- 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.
- 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 online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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