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Issued by: OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine
Vacancy number: VNSMUN00702
Vacancy type: Local Contracted
Field of expertise: Medical Services
Grade: NP1
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Kyiv
Date of issue: 4 April 2018
Deadline for application: 25 April 2018 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine is looking for highly qualified, motivated and experienced Ukrainian professional for the position of National Stress Management Officer with its Head Office in Kyiv. The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. Initial duration of assignment for this post is for a period of 12 months, with a possibility of extension, subject to a subsequent OSCE Permanent Council Decision to extend the mandate of the Mission. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link http://www.osce.org/employment/. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than the English language will not be considered. For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, please see http://www.osce.org/ukraine-smm.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		The incumbent assists the Senior Psychologist/Stress Management Advisor in identification/evaluation of stress levels within the mission, training in stress management, Post Incident Procedure (PIP) and other topics, policy development, and crisis counseling. This position deals with confidential information and assists in administrative matters. More specifically the incumbent is responsible for: Pre-employment and Post-Employment Interviews and utilize instruments to evaluate stress levels: Interview incoming and outgoing monitors utilizing a specific interview format; Establish a process for analysis of themes of entrance and exit interviews; Provide and present clear written and visual representation of interview data results in the form of themes so that it may be presented quarterly to senior management. In conjunction with the Psychologist/Stress Management Advisor, research and utilize instruments to assess stress levels in potential employees (during hiring process) and post-employment (after staff has exited employment). 2. Provides support for ongoing training activities through organization and active participation in: Stress Management workshops; Post Incident Procedure trainings (week-long); Secondary Stress and Resiliency Building workshops. These trainings may involve traveling throughout the mission to all 10 teams, hubs and forward patrol bases. 3. Provides counselling in an as needed basis: Crisis counselling; Researches local resources and international options for referral; Advise the Psychologist/Stress Management Advisor regarding host country/local mental health providers, infrastructure and set up local referral source; Works and communicates closely with Senior Psychologist/Stress Management Advisor on all cases. 4. Provides support for the Post Incident Procedure (PIP). Maintain an up to date data base, liaison with Learning and Development on Post Incident training package, and ongoing support of Peers on the ground. 5. Assist Senior Psychologist/Stress Management Advisor with policy development, e.g. SOPs, instructions, recommendations. 6. Works closely with Psychologist/Stress Management Advisor to actively developing positive work/organizational culture through development of electronic social network. 7. Perform any other duty as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications

		Citizenship of Ukraine; A first level University degree in psychology or related field; Minimum 2 years of professional experience in providing: Counselling; Developing and executing workshops and trainings; Stress management; Training in critical incidents (TRIM, CISM, academic). Computer literate with practical experience with Microsoft applications; Holding a valid driving license; Professional fluency in Ukrainian, Russian and English languages, both written and oral; Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure, proven resilience to high stress environments; Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity; Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, as well as the ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities; Cultural sensitivity and judgment.

Required competencies

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package

		Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions is 1,691.00 Euro/month. Social benefits will include participation in the Cigna health insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.

How To Apply

		For more details please visit the OSCE website employment section at http://www.osce.org/employment/. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than the English language will not be considered. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration.