Mona Alsafe

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Deputy MHPSS Coordinator at International médical corps

since September, 2024

mo***id@gmail.com

About

Dedicated and compassionate Deputy MHPSS Coordinator with over one years of experience in mental health and psychosocial support within humanitarian settings . Proficient in program design, implementation with over 4 years, and evaluation, with a strong focus on community-based interventions and capacity building. Expertise in conducting needs assessments, providing training, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery. Holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and possesses solid skills in project management, proposal writing, and crisis intervention. Committed to promoting mental well-being and resilience among vulnerable populations.

Skills

psychology and counseling MHPSS COUNSELOR
10
Project Management
6
Training and Capacity Building
10
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
10
English
10
French
6

Experience

Mona Alsafe

Work experience

Deputy MHPSS Coordinator at International médical corps

September, 2024 -
Fulltime

Collaborate with the IMC MHPSS Coordinator to design and implement comprehensive mental health programs in Sudan .
Conduct needs assessments and community mapping to identify gaps in psychosocial support services.
Supervise and provide capacity-building training
(PFA , CM in MHPSS, Self Help Plus ) for a team of mental health staff and community leaders and volunteers.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing MHPSS interventions and recommend improvements.

Mona Alsafe

Work experience

MHPSS Officer at International Rescue Committee

December, 2021 - September, 2024
Fulltime

Program Implementation:
Develop and implement MHPSS programs and interventions tailored to the needs of the community, especially for vulnerable groups affected by conflict or disaster in Sudan .
Ensure that MHPSS services are culturally appropriate and accessible to the target population.
Needs Assessment:
Conduct community needs assessments to identify mental health needs and gaps
Analyze data and provide reports on mental health.
Capacity Building: Train and supervise community-based mental health workers, volunteers, and local organizations such as Psychological First Aid (PFA , MHGAP), coping strategies, and community mental health.
Individual and Group Support: Provide direct psychosocial support through individual counseling and group therapy sessions for beneficiaries experiencing distress or trauma,
Facilitate peer support groups and community resilience activities .
Accomplishments:
Increased Access: Successfully increased access to MHPSS services in Gadarif and Blue Nile , leading to a [80%] improvement in service utilization.
Capacity Building: Trained over [150] of community health workers and volunteers, significantly enhancing the local capacity to provide psychosocial support.
Innovative Programs: Developed and launched an innovative community-based program that integrated mental health with education and livelihoods, positively impacting [60%] of beneficiaries.
Effective Reporting: Authored comprehensive reports that influenced strategic planning and funding for MHPSS initiatives, garnering support from key stakeholders.
Collaboration Initiatives: Established strong collaborative efforts between [local Sudo and international NGOs ], enhancing service coordination and efficiency in program delivery.
Crisis Response: Successfully led a rapid response initiative during a specific crisis,affected by [Ethiopian Crisis, and Sudan War Emergency conflict].