Mental Health Officer- Coastal Region at StrongMinds

Key Responsibilities

Project Design & Start-Up


Support partners to assess and map referral resources (mental health, GBV, etc.).
Integrate IPT-G primary and secondary indicators into existing partner M&E systems.
Review and strengthen project indicators to measure IPT-G impact.
Facilitate curriculum adaptation workshops to culturally tailor IPT-G materials.
Conduct capacity assessments of facilitator trainees and supervisors.
Develop detailed work plans for IPT-G cycles.
Deliver in-person and/or virtual training on IPT-G programming management.
Develop supervision and follow-up frameworks in collaboration with partners.


Expected Impact:
Clear referral pathways, integrated M&E systems, culturally adapted materials, trained facilitators, and structured implementation plans in place before cycle rollout.

Training & Capacity Building


Prepare and conduct core IPT-G facilitator trainings.
Orient partner management teams on IPT-G, depression screening, and community sensitization.
Submit timely, high-quality training reports (within 14 days of training).


Expected Impact:
Partners equipped with technical skills to independently implement and supervise IPT-G interventions.]

Community Mental Health Programming (IPT-G Cycle Delivery)


Support implementation of IPT-G cycles including community mobilization, screening, and weekly sessions.
Provide weekly coaching, mentoring, and debriefing sessions to facilitators.
Coordinate self-care sessions for facilitators.
Conduct quality assurance checks and recalibration meetings at the end of each cycle.
Ensure accurate data collection for reach, outcomes, and impact analysis.
Prepare and submit cycle reports within 14 days after completion.


Expected Impact:
High-quality IPT-G cycles delivered, measurable client outcomes achieved, and continuous improvement embedded in implementation.

Communication, Learning & Global Collaboration


Coordinate bi-weekly meetings with partners and StrongMinds teams.
Hold weekly supervision meetings with the Global Partnerships Coordinator.
Document and share learnings, recommendations, and scaling insights.
Engage with technical teams across Global, Uganda, and Zambia offices for support.
Prepare weekly, monthly, and end-of-cycle reports.


Expected Impact:
Documented lessons learned, strengthened global scaling strategies, and transparent reporting systems.

Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Community Psychology, Counselling, or related field.
Background training and implementation experience in IPT-G is an added advantage.


Required Experience & Competencies


Minimum 3 years' experience in program management (experience in global collaborations preferred).
Experience in mental health interventions, training, and mentorship.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement reporting systems.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and report-writing skills.