OVERVIEW

Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is a charitable organization supporting survivors of human rights violations, defending fundamental freedoms, and promoting democratic values throughout the world. Our programs provide mental health, medical treatment, and other support services to survivors of trauma, terror, domestic violence, and human rights violations.
We are seeking applications for the following position:
Position: Psychiatrist
Working Hours: 2 Hours / Week
Location: Erbil Center.
Reports to: Head of Trauma Care and Health, Monitoring/Evaluation Department.
Application Deadline: February 23, 2025
Starting Date: As soon as possible.
Contract Duration: One year, with the possibility of renewal.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Treatment
• Reviews patients’ medical history and collects additional information from family members and psychologists as needed;
• Evaluates patients’ emotional, behavioral, and mental state through discussion, observation and analysis;
• Identifies mental disorders and determines best treatments;
• Develops therapy plans and prescribe medications;
• Analyses medical tests and track patients’ progress together with the Clinical Lead;
• Follows up on the use of medication and adapts treatment (plans).
Administrative tasks
• Regular and complete documentation of patient data into the patient files and the database;
• Monthly documentation of all activities in a report;
• Ensures data entry.
Coordination
• Cooperation with other staff members, centers, and external partners;
• Regularly participates in meetings with other staff across centers.
Representation and networking
• Represents Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights to external stakeholders and participates in meetings or events related to medical services;
• Continuously builds and maintains networks with other local organizations, partners, and stakeholders for collaboration and referrals.
Carry out any other relevant duties according to the professional capacities and position in the organization as assigned by the line manager in mutual agreement.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Board/PHD degree in Psychiatry;
2. Work experience in related filed (desired);
3. Basic knowledge in MS Office and data entry;
4. Ability to travel, including multi-day trips both nationally and internationally;
5. Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team, cooperation with other staff members, centers and external partners;
6. Active interest in promoting human rights and social justice.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

1. Participation in staff-to-staff training as well as seminars with external trainers.
2. High standard and qualitative training and education in physiotherapy.
3. Paid holidays (24 days for full-time position) plus 15 statutory holidays. Additional paid holidays, especially on the occasion of religious festivals, may be agreed upon.

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit, in English:
- cover letter outlining your motivation to work with Jiyan in this particular position
- CV detailing your previous work experience
- Reference letters or reference contacts
via this form: APPLY HERE
Please note that applications that do not meet the requirements or that are incomplete will not be considered.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace, fostering an environment that respects and appreciates each team member's unique perspectives, experiences, and talents.