Psychologist – MSF France

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF France) France is an international non-governmental organization working in the field of medical care in Sudan. We arelooking for a qualified candidateto fill in the position of:

PSYCHOLOGIST

Work location: PHC project, Khartoum	Gross Salary: 1066 USD
Duration of Contract: Till end of 2022	Deadline for the applications:  02 August 2022

Main Purpose

Providing psychological support to patients according to MSF principles, standards and procedures in order to improve the patients’ mental health.

Accountabilities

• Carrying out evaluation of mental health needs of patients and establishing a diagnosis and a plan of treatment. Informing the patient and his/her relatives about the possible consequences of the illness and the drug treatment to follow and referring patients to other health professionals whenever necessary, in order to provide the most appropriate treatment and improve the patient’s condition
• Implementing the Sexual Gender Based Violence (SGBV) protocol, identifying possible victims of SGBV and referring them to the medical team so that they receive the necessary treatment.
• Providing psychological support and psychotherapy sessions (individual, family, group) to patients according to MSF protocols in order to improve their mental health conditions
• Assisting and training staff members and resourceful people whenever necessary in order to enhance the scope of MH activities. Working in close collaboration with translators in order to ensure appropriate terminology and behavior during sessions
• Collecting statistical and monitoring data about mental health activities
• Informing the supervisor and the medical team about any issues or problems that may arise related to patients’ treatment in order to provide the best possible solution from a medical perspective
• Ensuring that all patient information is kept confidential.

This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the Mission.

Requirements

Education	Essential degree or diploma in Psychology
Experience	Essential 2 years’ experience minimum as a Psychologist Desirable previous experience with MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries
Languages	Mission language essential. Local language desirable
Knowledge	Desirable computer literacy (word, excel and internet)
Competencies	Results and Quality Orientation L2Teamwork and Cooperation L2Behavioural Flexibility L2Commitment to MSF Principles L2 Stress Management L3

How to apply

Applications must be in English language and include:

• Complete CV and Copies of all certificates and diplomas.
• Cover letter in English
• Updated contact details (candidate’s phone number and a backup phone number)
• Sudanese National ID.  Copy of Labor card and civil certificate.

Application should be submitted before or on 02 August 2022 in sealed envelope mentioning “MSF France- application for PSYCHOLOGIST to Labour office, Khartoum Al Jamahiriya Street or to  MSF France Office at Al Ryad district, Block#12, House#2, Jazer street, Khartoum State.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Note:  Covid19 risk factors will be done by MSF staff health before the confirmation of the contract.