Location: Borno State
Contract Duration: November 2026 – September 2027
Application Deadline: November 11, 2026
About Malteser International
Malteser International is an international humanitarian relief organisation providing assistance to vulnerable communities affected by crises and emergencies.
About the Position
The MHPSS Officer will support the delivery of mental health and psychosocial support services to vulnerable individuals and communities. The role involves providing counselling, organising psychosocial activities, strengthening staff capacity, coordinating referrals, and monitoring programme implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver individual and group counselling sessions.
- Organise psychosocial activities, awareness sessions, and community sensitisation.
- Conduct mental health awareness campaigns.
- Support client identification, referrals, and follow-up.
- Train and mentor field staff and health personnel on MHPSS and Psychological First Aid.
- Monitor programme activities and prepare reports.
- Organise training and capacity-building sessions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Guidance and Counselling, or a related field.
- A Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology is highly desirable.
- Minimum of three years’ experience working in humanitarian settings.
- MhGAP certification and relevant MHPSS training certificates.
- Ability to organise and deliver training and capacity-building sessions.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team management skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and flexibility to respond to emergencies.
Salary and Benefits
Salary will be according to Malteser International’s salary grade. Additional benefits include:
- Group Life Insurance.
- Health Insurance Package (single/family plan).
- 13th Month Pay.
- Annual Leave.
- Compensation Leave.
- Academic Leave.
- Wedding Leave.
- Compassionate Leave, where applicable.
Method of Application
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Application Deadline: November 11, 2026.