Job Summary
The purpose of this job is to conduct a Training of Trainers (who will be representatives of Civil Society Organizations in this project) on implementing the WHO Group-based Problem Management Plus (PM+) intervention for the research project titled “Supporting Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to enhance the mental health of vulnerable women in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Responsibilities
Review the WHO Group-based PM+ training guide and related materials to comprehensively understand the intervention.
Develop a detailed training plan and agenda for the Training program.
Conduct a comprehensive ToT program incorporating interactive training methodologies and adult learning principles.
Deliver engaging and informative sessions on PM+ content, application, and training techniques.
Facilitating practical exercises, case discussions, and role-plays to enhance participants’ understanding and skills.
Provide ongoing support and guidance to participants during and after the training program.
Assess participants’ knowledge and skills through pre- and post-training evaluations.
Developing a comprehensive training report highlighting key outcomes, recommendations, and areas for improvement.
Conduct remote supervision & support of field practice of training participants for Two weeks.
Work closely with the Communications Officer and IHD team to ensure significant moments are documented through occasional interviews, testimonials, videos, and photos.
Requirements
Master’s degree or PhD in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, developmental psychology, Global Mental Health or other allied fields.
Minimum 5 years of demonstrated mental health and psychosocial support expertise, focusing on low- and middle-income settings.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of the WHO Problem Management Plus (PM+) intervention and its training guide.
Proven experience in conducting training of Trainers programs, preferably on mental health interventions.
Strong facilitation and training skills, with the ability to engage and motivate participants.
Experience working with diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
Personal characteristics and behaviours:
Good leadership skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Fluency in English and Swahili.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines.
Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to the Manager, Recruitment, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. P. O. Box 30270-00100, NAIROBI or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu. Applications by email are preferred.
Please indicate the title of the position on your application.Applications should be submitted latest by March 26, 2024
Apply via :
hr.recruitment@aku.edu
