Senior Protection Officer (mhpss)

International Rescue Committee Inc

5-7 years mhpss programming experience
Iasc mhpss guidelines expertise
Technical supervision of mental health staff
The role involves leading the design and implementation of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) interventions tailored to the Gaza emergency context

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the design and implementation of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) interventions tailored to the Gaza emergency context.
  • Candidates must provide technical supervision to psychologists and frontline staff while ensuring adherence to IASC MHPSS guidelines and survivor-centered approaches.
  • The position requires strong coordination with internal sectors and external partners to ensure holistic protection services for vulnerable populations including children and GBV survivors.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading the design and implementation of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) interventions tailored to the Gaza emergency context.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-7 years MHPSS programming experience
  • IASC MHPSS Guidelines expertise
  • Technical supervision of mental health staff
  • Designing group and individual interventions
  • Coordination with GBV and Child Protection teams
  • Arabic fluency required

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in volatile conflict environments
  • Inter-agency coordination forum participation
  • Proposal development skills
  • Translation and interpretation abilities
  • Strong team cohesion building

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
  • Minimum 5-7 years humanitarian MHPSS experience
  • Fluency in Arabic and good English skills
  • Availability to travel within Gaza

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