Staff Counsellor, P-3

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO), which was established to support the Congolese government in stabilizing the country and promoting peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. MONUSCO operates in various regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, focusing on protecting civilians, supporting the government in its stabilization efforts, and facilitating humanitarian assistance. The organization is committed to upholding the principles of the United Nations, including human rights and the promotion of gender equality, and employs a diverse workforce to reflect the multicultural nature of its mission.

Job Overview:
The Staff Counsellor, P-3, plays a crucial role in the Human Resources Management Section of MONUSCO, focusing on the mental health and well-being of staff members. This position involves performing individual assessments for staff experiencing mental health challenges, advising on cases that may impact professional performance, and enhancing the working environment by addressing psychological safety issues. The Staff Counsellor will provide critical incident stress support, collaborate with medical teams to address health-related issues, and develop programs aimed at improving staff quality of life. Additionally, the role includes conducting training sessions on crisis management and monitoring environmental stress factors, ensuring a comprehensive approach to staff welfare.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Staff Counsellor will be responsible for a variety of duties, including: conducting individual assessments for staff with mental health issues; advising the chief staff counsellor on cases with potential professional impacts; enhancing workplace safety by addressing psychological concerns; providing critical incident stress support; collaborating with medical units to offer comprehensive services for staff with health issues; developing and implementing stress management programs; conducting training on crisis and stress management; monitoring environmental stress factors; and performing other duties as required to support staff well-being.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Clinical Psychology or Psychiatry. A first-level university degree combined with two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree. Additional training or certification in related fields such as substance abuse, stress management, and conflict resolution is also required. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of multicultural issues in clinical practice and possess the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree in Clinical Psychology or Psychiatry. Alternatively, a first-level university degree with additional qualifying experience may suffice. Candidates are expected to have completed relevant training or certification in areas related to mental health and counselling, which enhances their qualifications for this role.

Experience:
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in staff clinical counselling, mental health, or related fields is required. This experience should include work in cross-cultural communications, counselling, psychiatry, or clinical psychology. International experience in Employee Assistance Programs or Organizational Interventions is considered desirable, as it indicates a broader understanding of mental health issues in diverse settings.

Languages:
The working languages of the United Nations Secretariat are English and French. For this position, proficiency in English is required, with a minimum level of proficiency at UN Level III for reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Knowledge of French is an asset and may enhance communication with a broader range of staff members.

Additional Notes:
This position is temporarily available until 30 June 202

• If the selected candidate is a current staff member of the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be treated as a temporary assignment. The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and encourages female candidates to apply. The eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station, and the position may be restricted to internal candidates who have been recruited through a competitive examination. The United Nations does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and is committed to maintaining a non-smoking environment.