Dünya Doktorları Derneği
Medecins du Monde Turkey (MDM-T) / Dünya Doktorları Dernegi (DDD) is a Turkish based humanitarian non-governmental organisation that facilitates access to healthcare for populations affected by armed conflict, violence, natural disasters, disease, famine, poverty and exclusion.

Our organization collaborates with partners and key stakeholders to implement projects that facilitate access to primary and secondary-level healthcare services to respond to the medical needs of displaced population.

DDD is the 16th member of the Doctors of the World International Network that is committed to meeting the health needs of vulnerable people globally.

Please visit www.dunyadoktorlari.org.tr to learn more.

Mission
Since 2015, DDD implements programs in both Turkey and Syria providing refugee and IDP communities with free access to healthcare services. DDD works with a range of humanitarian professionals and technical experts to provide Primary Healthcare (PHC), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)services as well as sexual and reproductive health (SRH).
Since the beginning of the Syria and Iraqi crises, Turkey has become host to over 3 million refugees, migrants and asylum seekers which led to an increasing demand for health services. In this context, DDD’s intervention aims to assist local public health systems in providing and improving access to health and health related services to vulnerable populations among refugees and migrants in Turkey, specifically in Hatay, Izmir and Istanbul. In Syria, DDD runs health facilities in Idlib and Afrin provinces to deliver health-related services to IDPs.
Hierarchical & Functional links
Based in Aldana in Idlib, the psychologist is under the line management of the Team leader and MHPSS Supervisor.

Hierarchical & Functional links
The Mobile Health Unit based in Idlib, in Syria, the psychologist will be under there direct supervision of the PHC Doctor Team Leader in the clinic and will report technically to the MHPSS Supervisor.

Status: Fix term
Expected Starting date: ASAP

The purpose of this emergency recruitment is to fill human resources gap for our emergency response for recent earthquake disaster in Syria.
Employment will depend on donor approval.

Main Responsibilities
Psychological care
Carry out evaluation of psychological and mental health needs of patients, elaborate a diagnosis and establish a plan of treatment.
Diagnose any psychological disorder and if necessary, refer the patient to the medical team/Psychiatrist in order to receive drug treatment.
Provide psychological support and psychotherapy sessions (individual, family, and group) to patients according to DDD protocols to improve their mental health conditions.
Inform the patient and his/her relatives about the possible consequences of the illness and drug treatment to follow in order to improve the patient's condition.
In close collaboration with the case manager ensure the referral of patients to other health professionals and other NGO’s in order to provide the most appropriate treatment.
Participate in the planning, coordination and implementation of activities in close cooperation with MHPSS coordinator.

Training:
Assist and train people in order to enhance the scope of MHPSS activities.
Assist MHPSS coordinator in planning, development and design training materials.
Support MHPSS coordinator to set up the materials linked to the MHPSS services.

Reports and monitoring data tools:
Ensure and update the statistical MHPSS tools and monitoring data about mental health activities.
Assist in the preparation of the monthly analysis of MHPSS data in regard to the clinical job.
Inform the MHPSS Coordinator and the medical team about any issues or problems that may arise related to patients’ treatment in order to provide the best possible solution.

Representation, meetings, and safety
If requested by the MHPSS coordinator in some activities.
Participate to the DDD meetings.
Pass on relevant information relating to the field of activity of DDD and the context.

Confidentiality and teamwork
Ensure that all patient information is kept confidential (files, data).
Contributes to work in interdisciplinary team (psychiatrist, Case manager, doctors, nurses).

Others
Commitment to DDD
Availability for emergencies
General knowledge of DDD
Has a general understanding of the association, its functioning, structure and values.
Is aware of DDD objectives and activities in general and in the working context.
Participates actively in meetings and trainings.
Safety
Report any safety issues involving patients immediately to Mental Health Supervisor.
Cooperation with other departments
Is aware of security rules and situation in the field at all time.
Is aware of activities of other departments and respect specific rules and procedures.
Information source
Is aware of social and political situation and keeps information up-to-date.
Passes on all relevant information related to DDD scope of action and context.
Advises on various topics (culture, economy, politics, etc.).

Reporting
Provide regular reporting on your activities to your Line-Manager upon his/her solicitation;
Provide your line-manager with a Handover Report at the end of your contract.

Compliance & Ethics
Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Dünya Doktorları Derneği. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of Dünya Doktorları Derneği and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conducts work with the highest level of integrity. Communicates these values to staff and to partners and requires them to adhere to these values.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Dünya Doktorları Derneği and amongst beneficiaries served by Dünya Doktorları Derneği.

NB: considering the purpose and values of the organisation, DDD requests to its employee complete flexibility in term of duties and commitment, as their job description and job title can be adjusted throughout the year according to needs and priorities.

Expected profile
Education
Master’s /Bachelor degree or equivalent in psychology – clinical or counselling psychology

Experience
2 years’ experience minimum as a Psychologist

Experience in similar role in humanitarian assistance/with other Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) is desirable.

Languages
Required: Arabic (oral and written)
Preferred: English

Personal skills required:
List of personal qualities required for the position, such as (not exhaustive):
Diplomacy, good communication and interpersonal skills,
Multi-cultural flexibility or experience, Team Player,
Calm, stress management, patient,
Strong sense of integrity

Competencies
A genuine interest in people and the promotion of mental health and psychosocial well-being of displaced communities.
Strong belief in human rights and gender equality.
Committed to DDD principles.
Ability to work within a multicultural team and with diverse populations.
Flexibility, ability to work in a stressful setting and adapt quickly to changing environments.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Punctual, honest, reliable and eager to develop new skills.

General Qualities required:
Diplomatic;
Flexibility and capacity of adapt to complex and changing contexts;
Ability to work in an international context and collaborate with international and national experts;
Familiar with multicultural environment;

Dünya Doktorları Derneği is an equal opportunity employer whereby we ensure all hiring and employment decisions, and operates all programs, services, and functions without the practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

How to apply:
Please apply with your CV and motivation letter in ENGLISH through our website
This post will be closed as soon as the vacancy is filled

Due to the urgency to fill this post, DDD reserves the right to review the CVs on a rolling basis and selected candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing dates listed, therefore early applications are encouraged.
DDD is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually due to the anticipated high number of applications.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

General Information
DDD retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer a contract with a modified job description or for a different duration, or to offer a contract at a lower grade.