CBM Nigeria Jobs: Mental Health Advisor

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CBM is an international NGO who works to improve the welfare of persons with disabilities. CBM has an extensive network of mental health programmes in Nigeria and internationally, and are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working mental health specialist with an interest in public and community mental health to further develop this work.

Job Title: Mental Health Advisor
Location: Makurdi, Benue State but with national responsibilities

Roles: It include training, project supervision and evaluation, and supporting research. CBM takes staff development seriously and will invest in professional development.

A successful applicant will require the following skills:
- Experience of training, managing and supervising others.
- Ability to manage finances and to support others in doing so.
- Ability to liaise with external agencies including government.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; includes ability to make presentations, write letters, produce financial and other reports and training materials.
- Confident in use of MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Qualifications:
- Psychiatrist (Medical Doctor with further training in psychiatry) or
- Public Health Doctor with significant experience in mental health work.

Method Application:
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please apply with your CV by e-mail to:

Dr Julian Eaton,
Mental Health Advisor,
West Africa.
E-mail: julian_eaton@cbm-westafrica.org

Please ensure you give evidence in your CV and covering letter on how you meet the skills and qualifications for the job.

Closing Date: May 14th, 2011.

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