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Annex 2 — TERMSE OF REFERENCE
FOR THE CONSULTANCY CONTRACT OF: CONSULTANT (MHPSS Psychosocial Worker)
- Duty Station of the Consultancy: Dnipro, Ukraine
- Duration of Consultancy: 3 months, with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory job performance.
- Nature of the consultancy: Category B

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Operations Officer (MHPSS) and under the direct supervision of the Senior (MHPSS) Associate, the Consultant is expected to carry out specific MHPSS activities to community members affected by the war in Ukraine, which escalated in February 2022, following programmatic IOM guidance and international standards.
Project Context and Scope:
The humanitarian crisis in Ukraine has increased the country’s mental health and psychosocial support needs, adding to the distressing conditions caused by the war, which escalated in February 2022 and a strained health system. As efforts towards, recovery and resilience progress further, MHPSS will continue to become a priority need for Ukrainians in the aftermath of the humanitarian emergency. In response, IOM is expanding its efforts in Ukraine through the comprehensive community-based mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) approach. This programme adheres to IOM’s global MHPSS standards, as specified in the manual on community-based mental health and psychosocial support in emergencies and displacement. It involves the support of local initiatives and territorial communities in provision of community-based MHPSS services. This will help recovery at the Hromada’s level and support particularly vulnerable groups of the community. The aim is to enhance community and family resilience, helping them to better cope with the distressing situations brought about by the crisis. The programme will also contribute to preparedness efforts in case of any future emergency situation.
Specifically, the Consultant will support the MHPSS Unit by engaging in these main tasks: Prepare and provide community based MHPSS services across Dnipropetrovsk oblast; support the implementation of MHPSS Capacity Building initiatives.
- Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing:

Response, Recovery, Resilience (3R), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Unit
- Category B Consultants: Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment
- Collaborate with the Senior MHPSS Associate and other team members to integrate mental health and psychosocial support considerations in community-based activities, following the full spectrum of the IASC intervention pyramid.
- Prepare, organize, and facilitate community-based creative and cultural activities for the communities, based on IOM’s manual on community-based MHPSS in emergency and displacement contexts as per the monthly activity plan.
- Conduct training sessions on Psychological First Aid (PFA), stress management, team building, conflict management, communication skills, and community-based approaches in MHPSS, as per the monthly activity plan.
- Provide individual and group counseling to the affected population when needed.
- Design and implement psychoeducation sessions tailored to the identified and emerging needs of communities, as per the monthly activity plan.
- Implement MHPSS components of integrated MHPSS-Livelihoods programme (MLI).
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of psychosocial services tailored to veterans and families of veterans and supporting the capacity of the communities to support their reintegration into civilian life.
- Assist in conducting MHPSS needs and impact assessments, data collection surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews and research in Eastern Ukraine under the supervision of the Senior MHPSS Associate to support improved access to community-based psychosocial services and specialized mental health care.
- Ensure coherent reporting and data entry of activities in tracker sheets and proper documentation of community-based activities within 24 hours of conducting activities.
- Ensure the use of proper donor visibility in coordination with the Senior MHPSS Associate.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
- The successful implementation of quarterly MHPSS plans of action, reaching the target number of individuals and services outlined in the plan, and proper quality of service delivery in line with IOM guidelines. The consultant will be assigned specific activities.
- The fulfillment of the time on the job required as indicated in the contract, which will be confirmed through a detailed timetable.
- Community based MHPSS services are implemented as per monthly or quarterly plans.
- MHPSS workshops, trainings, or conferences are supported administratively and logistically, ensuring all required documentation and visibility materials are correctly managed. Time spent on these activities aligns with the agenda for each event plus 1 additional hour per day for preparation.
- Training sessions on PFA and basic helping skills are well organized, structured, and provided as per monthly or quarterly plans.
- Regular written updates on the status of work are provided to the Senior Associate (MHPSS), with the Operations Officer (MHPSS) in copy. Data entry into CRM (through Kobo) is conducted for each activity, ensuring that information is updated in a timely manner. 15 minutes per activity is allocated for data entry.
- Completion of other MHPSS activities may be assigned by the supervisor.
- Education, Experience and/or skills required

IOM Ukraine is looking for positive, attentive, responsible persons with previous experience in MHPSS work, community-based work, teamwork and in humanitarian interventions. Candidates should be prepared for travel across the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast and respond to outreach requests as needed. Previous track record of innovative work and taking initiatives locally will be a strong asset.
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counselling, Educational Psychology, Psychotherapy, Social Sciences Social Work, or a related field, with at least of 2 years of working experience.
- Relevant experience in social and protection activities in related areas of intervention is an advantage.
- Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people, including people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
- Previous experience working in the UN system is an asset.
- Strong organizational and time management skills are important.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and respect diversity.
- Teamwork oriented but with the capacity to work independently.
- Excellent writing, analysis and data collection skills.
- Experience in delivering MHPSS trainings is an asset.
- Experience in disability inclusion programming and approaches is a strong asset.
- Fluency in Ukrainian and at least working knowledge of Russian is required. Working knowledge of English would be an asset.
- Travel required:

Yes.
- Competencies

Values
- Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.
- How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications ONLY through this Link. (Position number 15821) by 20 July 2025 the latest.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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