MHPSS Officer

at Union of Medical Care and Relief Organizations
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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