Centre for Mental Health Law & policy (CMH) is seeking candidate for the role of research associate to be a part of its organization in pune.
about CMH
the Centre for Mental Health Law & Policy (CMHLP) is based in Pune at the Indian Law Society (ILS). Our mission is to strengthen and transform the mental health of our communities to be holistic and responsive in addressing individual and collective well-being.
About STRIDE Project
The STRIDE project seeks to strengthen the role of law enforcement in suicide prevention by building their capacity through structured and contextualized training. It aims to equip officers with the skills needed to identify individuals at risk, respond effectively during crises, prevent custodial suicides.
No. of Position– 01
roles & Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day planning, coordination, and execution of STRIDE project activities. Maintain timelines, document progress, and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Contribute to literature reviews, data collection and analysis (quantitative and qualitative), preparation of research reports, and drafting of manuscripts for academic publications.
- Assist in designing training content for law enforcement personnel based on evidence and stakeholder input. Facilitate and support delivery of training sessions and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
- Support the development of concept notes, proposals, and donor reports. Conduct background research and contribute to the narrative and technical sections.
- Work closely with internal team members and engage with key external stakeholders to support implementation and dissemination activities.
Qualifications & Skills
Essential
- Master’s degree in Global Mental Health, Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, or related fields.
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience in mental health and/or suicide prevention projects.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in quantitative and qualitative research methods
- At least one peer-reviewed publication on mental health/suicide prevention is essential.
- Prior experience in training development and delivery
- Grant or proposal writing
Desirable
- Proficiency in Odiya
- Familiarity with working with government or law enforcement stakeholders
Location
Pune
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