Development of MHPSS SOP

Introduction

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Project Context and Scope

The consultant will be responsible for below noted deliverables across multiple projects active in Libya: 

Assessment and Needs Identification

• Conduct a desk review of existing MHPSS tools, resources, and documentation available in Libya.

• Consult with relevant IOM staff to identify technical needs, gaps, and priorities within MHPSS programming. 

• Consolidate all available tools for review and conduct assessment on the available technical materials and tools to identify areas to be strengthened.

• Develop need and gap analysis report outlining recommendations and priority areas for technical development.

Technical Development

• Develop workplans for the creation of technical MHPSS resources based on identified needs.

• Draft, revise, and finalize MHPSS guidelines, technical sheets and guidance notes for psychoeducation and group activities, standard operating procedures (SOPs) for MHPSS implementations, and other technical documents as agreed with the MHPSS team to develop comprehensive MHPSS Handbook.

• Ensure all developed materials are aligned with international MHPSS standards, IOM guides and best practices.

• Integrate feedback from IOM technical teams into final products.

Coordination and Reporting

• Participate in virtual meetings with IOM as required.

• Provide monthly progress report and check-in meetings throughout the consultancy period.

• Submit all deliverables according to the agreed timeline.

IOM Libya MHPSS Unit