Position: Psychiatrist                              
Location: Lahj & Abyan                             
Administrative supervisor: Project Manager
Technical Supervisor: Health & Nutrition Advisor 
Reference:  25-06
Duration: from June 01, 2025 Till July 31, 2026

ABOUT ADRA: 

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency is an independent, humanitarian agency established for the specific purpose of providing individual and community development and disaster relief.  ADRA Yemen pursue a mission of changing the world by uplifting one life at a time. ADRA International serves 117 countries and is present in Yemen since 1995. Its programs are supported by USAID, BHA, The Japan Platform, DANIDA, GFFO, BMZ, IHA Canada, UNOCHA, and WFP It has presence in 12 Governorates in Yemen responding to 8 areas of humanitarian sectors. ADRA Yemen is undertaking programs in Yemen in the fields of health, nutrition, WASH, food security, livelihoods, and protection.

Safeguarding:

ADRA Yemen organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risks and children in the targeted communities, as well as the welfare of all ADRA Yemen representatives. ADRA Yemen expects the post holder to adhere to and share this commitment.
All necessary measures for safer recruitment would be required, including thorough background checks.

SUMMARY:

His duties will be to diagnose and treat mental illnesses. They often employ individual or group therapy to gain insight into a patient's past and find coping methods to help patients address their own problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Psychiatrist will be responsible, but not limited to:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatrist assessment by analyzing patient data, clinical interview and examination, along with diagnostic test to determine the nature and extent of mental disorder.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary health team including physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals, to discuss and develop treatment plans and progress.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient information and records, including social and medical history obtained from patients, relatives, and other professionals.
• Provide individual, group, and family counselling as part of the treatment plan towards each patient needs.
• Counsel outpatients and other patients during office visits.
• Order and interpret laboratory or diagnostic tests on patient to provide information on general physical condition and mental disorder.
• Advise and inform guardians, relatives, and significant others of patients' conditions and treatment.
• Review and evaluate treatment procedures and outcomes of other psychiatrists and medical professionals.
• Support workplace mental health by addressing stress and other work related psychological issues experienced by ADRA employees through counselling, workshop, and early intervention.
• Maintain compliance with medical ethics, legal requirements, and institutional policies and procedures. 
• Perform other relevant duties and responsibilities required and requested by the Program Manager or his representative.
• Adhere to the organization’s safeguarding framework, including Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), child protection, anti-harassment, and ethical conduct policies, ensuring alignment with international standards (e.g., Core Humanitarian Standard, UN CRC).
• Promptly report safeguarding concerns or violations through designated channels, maintain confidentiality, and participate in mandatory safeguarding training to uphold a safe, inclusive environment for all stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, pre-med, physical sciences, psychology, or related field
• 3 years of experience in psychiatric practice
• The ability to relate to children and young adults
• Sensitivity
• Ability to cope with emotional situations
• Excellent listening
• Observational skills
• Verbal communication skills
• Empathy and rapport
• English and Arabic Languages (Writing and speaking) are required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular).
• Reporting Skills are Required.
• Good Planning and Interpersonal skills

ADRA’S VALUES:

We uphold the Humanitarian Principles; our key values: 

• Connected    
• Courageous
• Compassionate