MHPSS Officer
| Published | October 28, 2026 |
| Location | Amman, Jordan |
| Category | General |
| Job Type | Full Time |
Description
Position Summary
The MHPSS Officer leads overall coordination of the project, ensuring that the stepped-care pathway is implemented safely and on time, and acts as the main link with partners and site management.
Key Responsibilities
Lead project coordination, work planning, and implementation.
Oversee the psychosocial screening process and the stepped-care pathway.
Liaise with partners and site management; take part in regular coordination meetings and flag emerging protection concerns, including tensions linked to shared accommodation.
Ensure the project follows the IASC MHPSS Guidelines and Minimum Standards, consent/assent, confidentiality, and safeguarding procedures.
Plan and follow up on capacity-building for partner frontline staff (MHPSS basics, Psychological First Aid, safe identification and referral).
Monitor project indicators and prepare progress and final reports.
Support the team in problem-solving, case conferences, and quality of documentation.
Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in psychology, Mental Health or a related field.
At least 4 years of experience in MHPSS programs, preferably with NGOs in humanitarian settings.
Experience coordinating teams and working with partners.
Knowledge of IASC MHPSS Guidelines, Psychological First Aid, and Case Management.
Strong reporting skills in English and Arabic.
Key Skills
Coordination and planning, communication, teamwork, analytical thinking, sensitivity to the needs of children and displaced families, working under pressure.
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