Mental Health Officer- Coastal Region at StrongMinds

Nairobi
Full time
Any Experience
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Job Description

Key ResponsibilitiesProject 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.
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