Description of Consultancy

EnCompass LLC is implementing the seven-year Ukraine Monitoring and Learning Support Contract (UMLSC), providing a range of analytical and advisory services in support of USAID’s design, performance monitoring, evaluation, and operational learning and adapting efforts.
For an upcoming evaluation, EnCompass seeks a Mental Health Expert with proven record of work for mental health and psychosocial support services and experience of conducting evaluations or research related to the international programs in the health sector. Preferably, the candidate should have expertise related to Ukraine and/or Eastern, Southeastern Europe or CIS, as well as some experience of work for USAID.
The evaluation will be conducted in a hybrid mode (a combination of online and offline work). The Mental Health Expert will not be required to travel to Ukraine unless s/he is willing to.
The total Level of Effort (LOE) for this role is up to 40 days from January 20 to May 30, 2025.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Essential functions:
• Provide technical expertise related to mental health and the provision of psychosocial support in conflict settings
• Contribute to the development of the evaluation design and workplan based on scoping interviews with USAID and implementing partner staff, the evaluation statement of work, and core project documents
• Participate in the desk review of the Activity’s reports, Ukrainian legislation, and other relevant documents
• Develop data collection tools (interview guides, focus group discussion guides, survey questionnaires etc.)
• Conduct field work (key informant interviews and other)
• Conduct data coding and analysis
• Prepare evaluation updates, such as the data collection memo, as requested by the UMLS Evaluation Specialist
• Contribute to preparing the initial findings presentation to USAID
• Contribute to drafting the evaluation report, addressing USAID’s comments, and preparing the final report
• Contribute to preparing the final presentation to USAID and other stakeholders
• Support the evaluation team in other tasks as assigned by the Team Lead, ensuring timely and quality submission of all deliverables

Position Requirements

Qualifications
Academic Qualifications
• A minimum master’s degree in public policy, public administration, international development, public health, mental health and psychosocial support or a related field
Experience and Skills
• At least 5 years of work experience in provision of mental health and psychosocial support services (preferably related to Ukraine and/or Eastern, Southeastern Europe or CIS)
• Experience of conducting evaluations or research related to the international programs in the health sector
• Good understanding of measures to prevent or reduce mental health issues in war-affected populations
• Good knowledge of data collection and analysis methods (both qualitative and quantitative), experience designing interview guides and leading interviews
• Understanding of USAID programming policies and practices
• Knowledge of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion as it relates to the mental health and experience of incorporating GESI into evaluation/ research
• Strong English language written and oral skills; knowledge of Ukrainian is strongly preferred

How to Apply
• Please submit CV and complete the application online on the Careers & Consulting page Apply for a job at EnCompass LLC.
• Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs to write of your application materials or to submit answers to screening questions could disqualify your application and/or candidacy

EnCompass LLC is a progressive Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote, celebrate, and support a diverse and inclusive organizational culture and workforce. We are committed to providing all of our employees with an environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all are treated with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate, and explicitly prohibit, discrimination or harassment of any kind, at any time, in all aspects of employment. This includes recruitment, hiring, promotions, disciplinary measures, terminations, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and training. EnCompass also does not tolerate retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or harassment. Our continuing commitment to the principle of Equal Opportunity Employment for all means all employment decisions are based only on the job requirements, the candidate’s qualifications, and the needs of EnCompass as a business—not on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, belief, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, HIV status, family/marital/parental status, or any other status protected by the laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where we work.

For US based positions: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.

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