CitiesRISE is a global platform for local collective action, committed to transforming the state of mental health policy and practice through a network of cities to support the mental health and wellbeing of populations across the world, especially young people. We partner with youth leaders, system leaders, and other stakeholders in cities to drive progress via Mental Health Friendly Cities (MHFC). Our MHFC Framework provides a pathway for multi-sectoral action across the inner, social, and environmental dimensions of young people’s mental health. We currently work in Bogotá, Chennai, Nairobi, Sacramento, and Seattle.

Responsibilities

City Program Management

• Overall responsibility for the coordination of program design and implementation (under the guidance of Program Manager and Technical Lead)
• Work closely with partner institutions to coordinate execution of the program
• Organize program-based events, meetings, workshops, community programs, trainings etc. as required, and participate in relevant state and regional events
• Manage partnerships with existing partners and identify potential partnership opportunities
• Recruit volunteers as required to support the functions of the program, carry out their induction, and manage and supervise them
• Assist in establishing consistent measures for program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the programs and outcomes
• Work closely with the city Youth Leaders in activities related to youth networks

Administration

• Ensure that all the documentation related to the program is maintained in order according to program requirements
• Support the development of program narratives and financial reports
• Collate case studies, photographs and information from the field
• Facilitate public education and awareness of issues and programs pertaining to citiesRISE objectives
• Attend, participate, lead and/or facilitate routinely scheduled meetings as requested or required for the program
• Attend regular training and development opportunities to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding health and safety and local policy developments pertaining to youth mental health
• Support city implementation related work (convenings, events, drafting reports, etc.)

Skills Required

• Capacity to network, develop meaningful collaborations and coordinate activities across multiple programs and partners
• Ability to relate effectively with people at various levels including government departments, schools, community organizations, corporations and the general community
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
• Excellent written skills with the ability to produce concise and creative reports
• High standard of computer literacy and familiarity with Google tools
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to manage one’s time and emotions in an environment of rapidly changing priorities
• Demonstrable ability to plan and prioritize own workload with minimum supervision
• Capacity to comprehend complex concepts and think globally
• Comfortable working across different time zones and in a multicultural environment

Experience

• Postgraduate degree (Masters in social work/psychology/public health or health related fields)
• At least 2 to 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Previous experience in multicultural environments preferred
• Familiarity with mental health programs and working with young people
• Candidate should be based in Chennai or willing to move to Chennai