Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Advisor
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring a senior Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Advisor in Cairo to lead MHPSS programming across development and humanitarian contexts.
- Role
- Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Advisor
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Cairo
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
- Apply by
- 2026-12-12
The role
The Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Advisor provides strategic and technical leadership for MHPSS programming in development and humanitarian contexts. The role involves developing strategies, ensuring program quality, providing technical guidance, and fostering collaboration with partners and stakeholders. It focuses on evidence-based programs that integrate MHPSS across various sectors like child protection, health, education, and social protection.
What you'll do
- Lead the development of MHPSS strategy and thematic plans.
- Provide technical leadership for integrated MHPSS programs.
- Conduct field visits to monitor program quality and ensure compliance.
- Collaborate with MEAL teams to track results and develop assessment reports.
- Train and mentor staff and partners on M1HPSS topics.
- Represent the organization in inter-agency coordination mechanisms.
What it takes
- Master's degree in psychology, psychiatry, mental health, or a related field.
- 8-10 years of experience in MHPSS programs.
- 3-5 years of technical support for children and caregivers.
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based MHPSS approaches.
- Experience in program design and donor engagement.
- Fluency in Arabic and proficiency in English.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in Cairo, with at least 30% travel to various governorates.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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