Equine Assisted Psychosocial Support Consultant at IOM

Kyiv, , Ukraine -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Equine Assisted Psychosocial Support, Psychosocial Support, Veterans Support, Emotional Regulation, Trust Building, Social Reintegration, Communication, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Teamwork, Diversity Management, Psychology Interest, Basic Psychosocial Skills

Industry

International Affairs

Description

Introduction Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration. Project Context and Scope The humanitarian crisis in Ukraine has significantly increased the need for mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), particularly among veterans, their families, and families of the fallen. As the country moves towards recovery and resilience-building, addressing the psychological and emotional impacts of war remains a key priority. In response, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is strengthening its community-based MHPSS programming, specifically the Equine Assisted Psychosocial Support (EAPSS) as a psychosocially-informed, experiential approach that supports emotional regulation, trust-building, and social reintegration. A core element of this intervention is the engagement of veterans as EAPSS consultants through a peer-to-peer approach. EAPSS consultants, drawing on their lived experience, play a key role in building trust, promoting engagement, and supporting reintegration. Working alongside IOM psychosocial facilitators and equestrian service providers, they contribute to the delivery of EAPSS interventions, enhancing the accessibility, relevance, and effectiveness of services for conflict-affected populations. The peer-to-peer approach is an integral part of the EAPSS implementation protocol; therefore, given the project’s focus on veterans, the engagement of veteran consultants is required to ensure trust-building, effective participation, and meaningful psychosocial outcomes. Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: 3R (Response, Resilience and Recovery) Unit, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Unit.

Responsibilities

The Consultant will contribute to implementing IOM’s Equine Assisted Psychosocial Support (EAPSS) activities across different oblasts of Ukraine, working alongside facilitators and equestrian providers. Drawing on lived experience as a veteran, the consultant will engage in a peer-to-peer approach to build trust, promote engagement, and support the reintegration of conflict-affected populations.