02 Researchers

The Research and Training Centre for Community Development (RTCCD) is a local research institution based in Hanoi and has been in operation since 1996,. The Center has since become a think tank that conducts policy-oriented research on health and poverty alleviation and provides an independent voice for advocating participatory community development in Vietnam.

RTCCD is looking to recruit 2 researchers in the field of psychology. Position details and skill requirements are described below.

Type of work: Full time for 1 year (with possibility of extension)
Location: This position will be based in Hanoi and with travel to regional project sites as required.
Benefits: RTCCD will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Duties:
- Administer psychosocial tests as a part of a Maternal and Child Health Project in Ha Nam province.
- Participate in some community mental health projects and school mental health programs
- Design and provide training for local staff in the field of community level mental health promotion and screening.

Selection criteria:
- University bachelor degree or higher in psychology (clinical or social) or psychiatry.
- At least two years experience working in the field. Experience conducting psychology training courses will be highly regarded. 
- Good computer skills on Microsoft Office
- Excellent oral and written English skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team  and meet project deadlines.

Interested applicants are invited to send a cover letter and full English CV no later than 30 April 2011 to [email protected].
In the subject line please insert: Application for Mental Health Research Position.
Short-listed candidates will be contacted on 9 May 2011 for interview. Please refrain from contacting us by telephone in regards to your application after submission.

Job Details
Organisation Name: 
RTCCD
Location: 
Ha Noi
Application Deadline: 
Sat, 2011-04-30