Vacancy for Mental Health Psychosocial Officer at Save the Children Nigeria

Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Each year, we and our partners reach millions of children in communities around the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mental Health Psychosocial Officer (National Position)
Job ID: 190000HP
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State

Role Purpose
The purpose of this position is two-fold: 1) to support the MHPSS unit to oversee quality improvements in Save the Children’s mental health and psychosocial support interventions for children affected by the conflict in NE Nigeria; and 2) to asssit the MHPSS unit in providing clinical intervention to children in distresss.
The MHPSS Officer is required to travel to field sites regularly.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

Qualification and Experience
Essential:
Minimum of BSc in Psychology, Psychiatriic Nurse, and Medical Social Worker.
Minimum 4 years post NYSC  cognant experience in clinical setting, NGO and INGO
Experience in Psychological First Aid, and other psychosocial support (MHPSS) activities
Experience working in Child Protection programs, including those with MHPSS component
Fluent in English and Hausa is desirable
Working knowledge of Kanuri and Shuwa is an advantage
Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and discretion with confidential information
Ability to work independently and proactively
Desirable:
Experience in humanitarian emergencies and/or a refugee/displacement-setting

Application Closing Date
8th March, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

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