ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Work with the medical team to identify Mental Health (MH) needs and plan, organize, and update MSF’s MH strategy and activities.
• Monitor and evaluate Mental Health support activities.
• Develop and update technical materials, tools, guidelines, and documents.
• Ensure all Mental Health protocols and procedures are implemented to provide appropriate patient treatment.
• Plan and supervise HR processes (recruitment, training, evaluation) for Mental Health staff, ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and skills.
• Coordinate and ensure regular follow-up on Mental Health activities inside and outside health facilities.
• Ensure the Mental Health team and translators maintain professionalism and neutrality during sessions.
• Map and update existing Mental Health services (NGOs, community groups, governmental services) and maintain communication and collaboration with project components.
• Identify and report potential advocacy issues.
• Ensure Mental Health participation in counseling and prevention activities (PPTCT, VCT) as needed.
• Participate in monthly reports (Sit Rep, statistical reports) and report issues to the Medical Coordinator for decision-making and resolution.
• Ensure psychiatric patients receive proper treatment, including medication and psychosocial support, either within MSF programs or through referrals.