MHPSS Specialist
Quick answer
World Vision is hiring a field-based MHPSS Specialist to provide technical leadership and integrate psychosocial support services into emergency humanitarian projects.
- Role
- MHPSS Specialist
- Organization
- World Vision (Implied)
- Location
- Field-based (Remote/Conflict-affected areas)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The MHPSS Specialist provides strategic technical leadership, coordination, and quality assurance for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support interventions within an emergency multi-sector project. The role ensures that MHPSS services are effectively integrated across health, nutrition, and protection sectors in line with IASC guidelines. The specialist will lead capacity-building initiatives for staff and community volunteers while establishing robust referral pathways. This field-based position focuses on enhancing the well-being and resilience of crisis-affected populations through culturally appropriate and survivor-centered programming.
What you'll do
- Lead the design and implementation of MHPSS strategies in alignment with IASC and donor guidelines.
- Oversee the quality delivery of psychological support, including PFA and case management services.
- Train and mentor project staff and community volunteers on stepped-care psychosocial models.
- Represent the organization in MHPSS Technical Working Groups and Protection Clusters.
- Develop MHPSS indicators and integrate them into project monitoring and reporting frameworks.
What it takes
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or Counseling.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in MHPSS programming within humanitarian settings.
- Proven experience in emergency response and multi-sector project integration.
- Strong knowledge of IASC MHPSS guidelines and Sphere humanitarian standards.
- Demonstrated ability to work in high-stress, insecure, and remote environments.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a field-based position that requires frequent travel to remote and conflict-affected areas, making it an in-office/on-site role.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the primary qualifications for this role?
Candidates must have at least 5 years of humanitarian MHPSS experience, a degree in a relevant field like Psychology or Social Work, and strong knowledge of IASC guidelines.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific deadline or external application link, so interested candidates should look for the official application portal on the organization's careers page.
How to apply
Apply directly on World Vision (Implied)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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