MHPSS Specialist – Salah al-Din

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education, training, license, registration, and/or Certification  

1- At least bachelor’s degree in psychology (mandatory).
2- Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling, or a relevant discipline is preferred.
3- Certification or formal training in MHPSS, trauma-informed care, or case management is an asset.
4- Professional license (where applicable) is an advantage.

Required Professional Experience    

1- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in MHPSS programming or mental health services.
2- Proven experience in technical design and supervision of MHPSS interventions.
3- Experience working with clinical psychologists, case workers, or multidisciplinary teams.
4- Demonstrated experience in post-conflict, humanitarian, or stabilization contexts.
5- Experience supporting vulnerable populations, including returnees, IDPs, women, and youth.
6- Familiarity with referral systems and coordination with specialized service providers.
7- Experience working with NGOs/UN or donor-funded programs, including reporting and compliance requirements.

Required Language(s)    

1- Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written).
2- Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
 

Required travel and/or work environment accommodations    

1- The position is based in Salah al-Din Governorate.
2- Willingness and ability to travel frequently across target locations, including Tikrit, Baiji, Shirqat, Samarra, and Balad, as well as remote and rural areas.
3- Ability to work effectively in a post-conflict, multicultural, and high-pressure environment.
4- Flexibility to adapt to evolving project needs, operational challenges, and field realities.

Position’s physical requirements  

1- Ability to conduct field visits in rural/agricultural settings, which may involve walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor conditions.
2- No specific physical limitations, but reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge and/or other Qualifications 

1- Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care and psychosocial support in post-conflict or humanitarian settings.
2-  Experience working with survivors of violence, GBV, and displacement, including youth, women, and persons with disabilities.
3- Familiarity with national mental health systems, referral pathways, and coordination with health directorates and NGOs.
4- Strong understanding of cultural sensitivities and community-based approaches to mental health.
5- Experience in designing and delivering MHPSS training for local staff and facilitators.
6- Knowledge of ethical standards in psychosocial support, including confidentiality and informed consent.
7-  Proficiency in developing MHPSS indicators and integrating psychosocial dimensions into broader M&E frameworks.
8- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
9- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse and high-pressure environments.
10-  Commitment to humanitarian principles, mental health advocacy, and inclusive

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Mode of Application:

If you are interested in this position, to apply, please register at: https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/MHPSS-Specialist—Salah-al-Din_JR49732

No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only short-listed candidates will be notified for the interview. The deadline for application is May 02, 2026.

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