National Stress Counsellor
Quick answer
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is hiring an in-office National Stress Counsellor in Mozambique to lead stress prevention, clinical counselling, and critical incident response for UN personnel.
- Role
- National Stress Counsellor
- Organization
- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- Location
- Mozambique
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a National Stress Counsellor to manage stress prevention and critical incident support services for UN personnel in Mozambique. The role involves developing country-wide psychosocial support plans, delivering training, and coordinating Critical Incident Stress Intervention Cells. The successful candidate will work under the administrative supervision of the Chief Security Adviser to ensure staff wellbeing and emergency preparedness.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement a country-wide stress prevention and management plan for UN agencies.
- Provide individual and group stress management and critical incident counselling.
- Plan and facilitate preventative stress management training for personnel.
- Coordinate Critical Incident Stress Intervention Cells (CISICs) and train peer helpers.
- Advise UN management on stress mitigation strategies and organizational wellbeing.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s) in Clinical Psychology or Psychiatry.
- Valid national certification to practice in clinical psychology or psychiatry.
- Fluency in English and Portuguese.
- For Bachelor's degree holders, at least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience in crisis coordination and emergency response is highly desirable.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Professional development opportunities, inclusive workplace, and participation in UN wellbeing and emergency coordination initiatives.
Frequently asked questions
What is the work location for this role?
This is an in-office position located in Mozambique, requiring regular visits to UN offices and sub-offices.
What qualifications are required for the National Stress Counsellor position?
Candidates must hold an advanced degree in Clinical Psychology or Psychiatry and possess a valid national certification to practice.
Does the UNDP charge any fees to apply for this job?
No, the UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.
How can I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should review the vacancy announcement on the UNDP portal and ensure they meet the specific Tier eligibility requirements before submitting their application.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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