Position 1 : Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Officer

Job Description:

• SPIR is seeking a Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) officer for its USAID-funded Development Food Security Activity, Strengthen PSNP4 Institutions and Resilience project.
• The primary role of the MHPSS Officer is to train, supervise, and support the Health Community Facilitators and Men Engagement Facilitators in facilitating IPT-G sessions at the community level.
• Conduct a 12-week IPT-G session under close support from the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support advisor and other international partners.
• Ensure the quality of the intervention in designated kebeles.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. Planning and Implementation of MHPSS Activities (65%):
   • Identify and recruit depressed women based on screening criteria.
   • Lead IPT-G sessions for women with depression after completing training.
   • Monitor client attendance and participation, document progress, and assess IPT-G efficacy.
   • Train and coach Health Community Facilitators to conduct IPT-G sessions.
   • Prepare reports on progress, challenges, and lessons learned.
   • Provide ongoing support to the Health Community Facilitators.
   • Coordinate and integrate activities with project technical staff.
2. Technical Support and Capacity Building (5%):
   • Develop annual work plans and budgets.
   • Build relationships with partners responsible for MNCH-N in the area.
   • Support trainings, workshops, and meetings.
   • Conduct training needs assessments and design appropriate training.
   • Assist in nutrition education and improving dietary practices.
3. Monitoring and Supervision (30%):
   • Maintain up-to-date data related to nutrition and IPT-G activities.
   • Conduct joint supervision with health and nutrition officers.
   • Set project quality standards and monitor performance.
   • Prepare monthly program support plans and provide feedback.
   • Mentor community health workers and develop their counseling skills.
4. Reporting and Data Quality Assurance:
   • Improve data collection and reporting systems.
   • Verify data quality and consistency.
   • Prepare high-quality progress reports and results.
   • Maintain documentation system for program activities.
5. Learning and Documentation:
   • Document project learning, success stories, and case studies.

Job Requirements:

• Education:
  • B.A. in Psychiatric Nursing, Psychology, or Occupational Therapy.
• Experience:
  • 3 years of relevant experience as a Psychiatric Nurse, Health Officer, or Social Worker.
  • Experience working with people with depression.
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Understanding of mental health and self-help approaches.
  • Excellent group facilitation and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and develop professional relationships.
• Personal Qualities:
  • Empathy and team player.
• Language Skills:
  • Proficiency in English (desirable) and local language (Amharic and Afan Oromo).

How To Apply:

If you are interested in joining CARE Ethiopia’s team, please submit your CV (not more than 3 pages) and a cover letter (not more than one page) through the online application portal. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Position 2: Humanitarian Response Manager

Job Description:

CARE Ethiopia is seeking experienced professionals to join their roster for short-term assignments in various locations within Ethiopia. The Emergency Response Manager/FO (ERM/FO) will provide management oversight to the Emergency Project Team Officers and coordinate with the Addis Based Program and Operations Manager in the day-to-day management of emergency projects. This role involves ensuring efficient and timely implementation of high-quality project interventions, reviewing progress reports, managing budgets, fostering learning, and building effective relationships with partners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. Staff Management – Support the Emergency Project officers in their roles and responsibilities and complete performance management activities.
2. Program Quality Assurance – Ensure that emergency projects are implemented according to best practices and program guidelines.
3. Program Implementation, Compliance, and Technical Support – Guide and support Project Team Leaders in implementing planned activities, monitoring progress, and ensuring compliance.
4. Financial Management – Facilitate budget management in collaboration with finance staff, ensuring adherence to donor and CARE regulations.
5. Reflective Practice and Learning – Promote reflective practices and learning to improve program performance by identifying and disseminating best practices and lessons learned.
6. Reporting and Documentation – Coordinate with Project Officers to prepare and submit high-quality reports and documents according to donor requirements.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or
  • Postgraduate degree with 4 years of relevant experience
• At least 1 year of management experience
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• Strong skills in proposal development, planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation
• Ability to work effectively with government officials, community leaders, and other stakeholders
• Familiarity with participatory planning and sustainable development principles

How To Apply:

If you are interested in joining CARE Ethiopia’s team, please submit your CV (not more than 3 pages) and a cover letter (not more than one page) through the online application portal. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.


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CARE Ethiopia is committed to preventing all forms of unwanted behavior at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and child abuse. By submitting the application, the job applicant confirms their commitment to working within CARE Ethiopia’s safeguarding policy and related framework.

Deadline for applications: August 29, 2023

Job Details:

• Job Category: Development and Project Management
• Employment: Contract
• Salary: $2,022
• Location: Bahir Dar, Amhara

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