مطلوب مرجع الصحة النفسية والدعم النفسي الاجتماعي (MHPSS)

الوصف الوظيفي:
Job Vacancy 

Médicos del Mundo needs to fill the position:
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Referent

Location: Occupied Palestinian territory – Jericho

Summary
Medicos Del Mundo (MDM SPAIN): is an international humanitarian organization, working to make effective the Universal Right to Health. MdM is a non-profitable, non-governmental, non-political and non-confessional organization operating under the principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence.

Mission
The objective of this position is to oversee the technical aspects of MHPSS activities implemented by the MDM-S team or partners. The position is considered a functional link between the technical support of the coordination team and operational implementation in the field. It involves ensuring high-quality implementation in line with MDM-S’s technical guidelines and standards. The role includes providing technical support, supervision, and capacity-building to the field team and partners, as well as ensuring the effective delivery of MHPSS services to the target population.  With the support of the MHPSS Coordinator, the post-holder will ensure that all services are tailored to meet the needs of children, adolescents, and adults and that they adhere to global standards, MDM-S's technical guidelines, framework, and cross-cutting approaches.

Geographical scope of intervention
The position will be based on the field – West bank/Jericho

Duration: 4 months with high possibility of extension

Organization chart
Hierarchical Supervisor:        West Bank Field Coordinator

Functional Supervisor:            MHPSS Coordinator

Functions
Technical Oversight:

Ensure that all MHPSS activities are implemented in accordance with MDM-S’s technical guidelines, frameworks, and protocols.
Provide regular technical supervision and support to psychologists and social workers to ensure the quality of MHPSS service delivery in accordance with MdM-S framework.
Conduct regular field visits to monitor the implementation of MHPSS activities, provide on-site guidance, feedback, and follow-up to address any technical issues.
Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and technical guidelines in collaboration with the MHPSS Coordinator.
Develop, adapt, and ensure the harmonization of technical materials and tools used for activities across MHPSS projects within the mission in collaboration with the MHPSS Coordinator.
Provide technical oversight of the field teams accurate and timely data collection and reporting, utilizing MDM-S’s data entry tools including community-Based Feedback and Complaint Mechanism (CBFCM).
Supervision and Capacity Building

Technically Supervise and support the field team (psychologists, social workers) in their daily tasks, ensuring they adhere to professional and ethical standards.
Identify possible solutions and technical resources to address the issues faced by the field staff and/or partners Provide regular technical, individual and group, supervision to field staff Following the MHPSS supervision framework.
With the support of the MHPSS Coordinator, conduct technical evaluations of field staff to identify training needs
Develop and implement capacity-building plans for the field staff or partners team including ongoing mentoring and support.
Organize and facilitate training sessions on MHPSS topics to enhance the skills and knowledge of the field or partner team.
Participate in the recruitment and technical induction and training of new staff, utilizing the apprentice model among other strategies.
Facilitate the team’s engagement with external capacity building opportunities including training and supportive supervision.
Program Implementation

With the Field Coordinator and MHPSS Coordinator’s support, lead at a field level, the implementation of MHPSS and Protection needs assessments and ensure accurate data collection through key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and other methods.
Provide support in the design and implementation of programs related to MHPSS and Protection.
Assist in the analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data collected during program activities.
Contribute technical input towards monthly situation reports and mid-term donor reports, ensuring they are comprehensive and accurate.
Ensure effective referral pathways for individuals requiring specialized MHPSS and Protection services, coordinating with other service providers as necessary.
Identify best practices and lessons learned from MHPSS activities and provide recommendations for future program improvements.
Direct MHPSS Service Provision

With the MHPSS Coordinator’s support, conduct MHPSS and Protection training for local partners, stakeholders, and/or MDM-S staff following MDM-S technical guidance and protocols. This includes but is not limited to, training on Psychological First Aid (PFA), counseling, MHPSS case management, MH-GAP, and WHO scalable psychological interventions such as Problem Management Plus (PM+), Early Adolescent Skills for Emotions (EASE), Self-Help Plus (SH+), among others.
Provide immediate psychological first aid and crisis intervention in response to emergency incidents.
Emergency Response

Ensure readiness to respond to emergency situations in the WB, coordinate with the Field Coordinator, and MHPSS Coordinator to activate emergency protocols.
In collaboration with the Field Coordinator, provide technical support in development and implementation of emergency MHPSS response plans, including rapid needs assessments and coordination with local authorities, MDM Chapters, and partners.
In collaboration with MHPSS Coordinator, support the field team in adapting MHPSS activities to address emerging needs during emergencies, ensuring continuity of care and support.
Coordination and Networking

Participate in relevant platforms, networks, and clusters focused on MHPSS themes when requested, representing MDM-S and ensuring alignment with broader MHPSS efforts.
Coordinate with staff from other MDM chapters, International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) to ensure collaboration and effective service delivery.
Advocacy and Reporting

Support advocacy efforts by collecting and compiling information on MHPSS and Protection needs and service delivery.
Contribute to the preparation of situation reports, donor reports, and other documentation as required.
Ensure that all relevant technical and project documentation is accessible and up to date.
متطلبات الوظيفة:
Required qualifications
Bachelor's degree in psychology.
A master's degree in clinical psychology, Advanced Mental Health degree, or equivalent is an asset.
Proven experience in counseling and clinical supportive supervision.
Training in manualized psychological interventions is strongly recommended.
A minimum of 5 years of progressive professional experience in the relevant field is required.
Strong knowledge and comprehension of the MHPSS and protection principles in Humanitarian Settings.
Previous working experience with local NGOs or INGO in a similar position, preferably in MHPSS projects and/or community intervention.
Experience in developing and conducting needs/vulnerability assessments and previous participation in beneficiary selection processes, and case management.
Experience implementing Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programs.
Experience in collaborating with staff from MoH, MoEHE, MoSD, and civil society organizations.
Previous experience in community engagement and participatory approaches.
Good knowledge of Protection issues
Excellent Communication skills
Previous experience providing training or facilitating staff capacity-building activities and supervision sessions.
Requirements
Language: Fluent speaking and writing English, native Arabic.

Computer requirements: Excellent command of Microsoft Office Package (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

Availability 
As Soon As possible

Salary 
Medicos del Mundo’s Salary charts.
تفاصيل الوظيفة:
المسمى الوظيفي: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Referent
آخر موعد للتقديم: 31.12.2025.
المكان: أريحا
طبيعة العمل: مكتبي أو ميداني (مقر العمل)
نوع الوظيفة: دوام كامل
المستوى المهني: إداري/ إشرافي
الدرجة العلمية: البكالوريوس
الخبرة: 3 سنوات
التصنيف: العلوم الاجتماعية والدراسات المجتمعية
آلية التقديم:
APPLICATION AND PROCEDURES
People interested in the position must send their CV with 2 references and Cover letter in English to vacancy.mdmspain@gmail.com by December/31th/2025

Please reference the job title as MHPSS Referent/WB/2025 in the subject line of your Email.

Applications not fulfilling guidelines and requirements will be dismissed. 

Please note:
Médicos del Mundo promotes equal opportunities for all people. We establish positive action measures for those who, due to functional diversity or social and / or cultural exclusion, belong to under-represented groups in the positions offered.

As a result, no candidate with a valid profile will be rejected because of a functional diversity or for being culturally or socially excluded for reasons of birth, ethnicity, race, sex, gender or any other personal, social or cultural condition