Summary
Date Posted: Friday, June 23 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
SCOPE & EXPECTED RESULTS
2.1 Framework for the Strategic Plan
To develop, in consultation with the Ministry of Health and key actors, a framework for the Strategic Plan, which should be approved by the Technical Advisory Group prior to commencing work on the Plan

2.2 Consultation with Stakeholders
To undertake a comprehensive consultation with national and subnational stakeholders, to understand priorities and contextual factors, and to seek appropriate guidance on the content of the Plan. Such an engagement will also provide links and opportunities for future dissemination.

2.3 Situation analysis and information gathering
To carry out desk-based research, as a complement to stakeholder consultation, that will provide an appropriate foundation on which to develop the Strategic Plan. This will include relevant demographic information, a summary of the needs of populations and burden of mental health conditions, and the resources available in country to respond to these needs.

2.4 Strategic Plan
Using the analysis described above, and with the support of the Technical Advisory Group through consultative and validation meetings, develop a Strategic Plan that will lay out country’s direction in mental health work over the next five years.

2.5 Dissemination
The consultant will submit a clean final version of plan; summary presentation of the plan, a dissemination plan to the Ministry of Health and WHO Country Office

TIME FRAME
The assignment must be completed within three (3) months from the date of commissioning.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
1. Holding a master’s degree in mental health and related fields
2. A minimum of 3 years practical experience in strategic planning
3. A minimum of 10 years’ experience in mental health related programs and research
4. Strong conceptual understanding of mental health issues in Tanzania
5. Fluency in English and Swahili (verbal and written)
6. Excellent analytical and report writing skills
7. Good written, interpersonal, and facilitation skills
8. Work experience with the UN and/or International Organizations is desirable

MANAGEMENT PLAN
The consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Health – NCDs and Mental Health focal persons; WHO focal point Tanzania Country Office and other relevant expert groups.

FUNDING SCOPE
The total budget for the assignment must not exceed USD 45,000 including costs related to the consultancy, communication & travel as appropriate, stakeholder consultation and validation meetings and printing 500 copies of the endorsed strategic plan.

EDUCATION
• Essential: Master’s degree in in psychiatry, clinical, psychology, social work or allied sciences from an accredited/Recognized institute
• Desirable: Post-graduate qualification or specialized training in(a) public health (b) clinical psychology or psychiatry and/or (c) MHPSS in emergency and humanitarian crises; Training in delivering bio-psychosocial interventions for MNS disorders

EXPERIENCE
• Essential: At least five (5) years of experience in in the assessment, development and implementation of policies, strategies and action plans for MHPSS in the context of emergencies
• Desirable: Experience of managing national mental health programme(s) including experience with implementing WHO’s mental health GapAction Programme (MHGAP); Experience in capacity building, developing and promoting collaborative partnerships. Relevant work experience in WHO, other UN agencies, relevant nongovernmental, health cluster partners or recognized humanitarian organizations. A minimum of 3 years of working experience in large public health projects would be an asset

SKILLS
• Knowledge of: International policy frameworks (WHO, Sphere, IASC) for the reduction of public health challenges related to mental health in emergency settings. Implementation tools (e.g., WHO/United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
• (UNHCR) MHPSS assessment toolkit, psychological first aid field guide, MH GAP Humanitarian Intervention Guide, mental health component of Interagency Emergency Health Kit (IEHK), “Building Back Better” casebook) for reduction of public health problems related to mental health in (post-) emergency settings. Demonstrated ability to: Plan and conduct capacity-building activities in MHPSS. Work effectively in an emergency and humanitarian response context, under constraints and meet deadlines. Collaborate on MHPSSacross different sectors.

WHO COMPETENCIES
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Producing results
Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable:

REMUNERATION
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Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

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