MHPSS Trainer

Job Description
1- Aware of available Mental Health and Psycho Social Support (MHPSS) resources and MHPSS
channels in the area.
2- Synthesize training materials and develop Power Point presentations upon the request of the
MHPSS Project.
3- High communication skills, active listening to participants, ability to manage sessions,
discussions, encourage active participation and create active environment for participants.
4- Good facilitation skills and the ability to deal with people from different academic and
cognitive backgrounds and use different methods to deliver information (work groups,
pictures, videos, etc.)
5- Prepare the training materials, logistics supplies such as (Pre- post test, attendance sheet and
transportation fee sheets), venue and all training requirements in advance.
6- Identify the gaps and needs and propose adapted activities to support capacity development
7- Coordinate and cooperate with HRF staff and provide needed support.
8- Any other duty as may be assigned by the MHPSS specialist.

Academic and required skills:
1- University degree in psychology or any other related field.
2- High experience in providing MH capacity building and be aware of humanitarian setting
3- Good communication and negotiation skills in Arabic and Kurdish language in needed location.
4- Excellent written and observation skills and deliver accurate data and reporting

HOW TO APPLY

Please send the following in English to: recruitment-iq@hrf.co.uk

• CV.
• Covering Letter indicating earliest date of availability.
• Details of 2 references.

Please put ‘MHPSS Trainer’ in the email subject line. Note that due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please apply as soon as possible, CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis.