Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin, or political convictions.
Since the start of the war in eastern Ukraine in 2014, Malteser International has been working with three local partner organizations in the sector of Mental Health and Psycho-Social Support (MHPSS). As a result of the full-scale invasion in February 2022, Malteser International has expanded its humanitarian activities in Ukraine with a strong partner focus to include relief distributions in waraffected areas – winterization, a scale-up of MHPSS, as well as social support and cohesion. Currently, MI has two offices in Lviv and Kyiv and partners with seven national organizations.
Malteser International is looking for a national or international expert to conduct a Consultancy on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in Ukraine.
The MHPSS Consultant is expected to provide expert guidance and support to MI staff and local implementing partners in the implementation and evaluation of MHPSS activities by conducting a rapid assessment of current capacities, developing a tailored intervention framework, and creating actionable plans and training resources.
The details of the requirements for the presentation of offers are detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR).
Expected Tasks and Deliverables
- A detailed capacity assessment report including a) Capacity Building need assessment report b) a customized capacity-building plan addressing knowledge and skill gaps for MI and local implementing partners’ MHPSS staff with documented progress indicators and c) Capacity Building needs assessment tools and training resources and handouts
- Resources and tools developed for hands-on, practical learning in MHPSS program management, implementation, and monitoring
- Monitoring and evaluation framework for MHPSS interventions
- A clear plan to transition responsibility from the international consultant to the national MHPSS Senior officer over time
- Documentation of mentorship and ongoing support provided
- A compilation of best practices and MHPSS Multisectoral Operational Frameworks for country-specific implementation
- A plan for adapting and implementing MHPSS resources (protocols, tools, and guidance documents) in the country context
- Documentation and rollout of updated MHPSS resources, tools, and guidance materials specific to the country context
- Final consultancy report outlining key achievements, challenges, and recommendations
Duration & Location
- Duration: The consultancy is expected to last for 6 months (15 working days per month), with the possibility of extension based on programming needs starting from 1st May 2025
- Location: Preferred in Ukraine (with travel to project sites in different regions, subject to security considerations) or Hybrid (remote with two 10 working day trips to Ukraine within the timeframe of the consultancy)
Required Qualifications and Expertise
- Advanced university degree in psychology, psychiatry, social work (a degree or certificate in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support is desirable.)
- Minimum 5 years of progressively relevant Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Services experience at the national or international level in policy dialogue, coordination, formation and advocacy, that combines research and practice
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the provision of MHPSS interventions, in humanitarian settings is desirable
- Knowledge and experience using the IASC guidelines on MHPSS
- Experience providing training and capacity building on MHPSS and related topics
- Relevant proven Ukraine country context experience and knowledge in MHPSS field
- Leadership experience in managing people and processes in a politically sensitive environment
- Experience in working and developing partnerships with governments, relevant experts, international organizations, civic society organizations, assistance agencies and donors
- Excellent knowledge of English, including the ability to set out a coherent argument in presentations and group interactions and write reports
- Knowledge of Ukrainian or other regional language is an asset
- Capacity to communicate fluently with different stakeholders (Implementing partners, war affected populations, project staff)
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices – we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.
How to Apply:
Bids must be submitted electronically to Malteser International at procurement-ukraine@malteser-international.org .
For more information, please see the Terms of Reference. Deadline for submission: 23rd of April 2025.
