MHPSS Specialist

Job Summary

The MHPSS Specialist is responsible to implementation, coordination, and technical oversight of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) interventions across assigned project areas. With a focus on integrating MHPSS into primary health care and humanitarian response programs, the Specialist will train and mentor field teams, ensure adherence to global standards, and deliver high-quality MHPSS services to vulnerable populations.

Job Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Implementation

• Support the Health Advisor to design, implementation, and evaluation of MHPSS programs in line with global standards and WHO MH GAP guidelines.
• Oversee the integration of MHPSS services with other sectors, including GBV, health, and nutrition, ensuring holistic support to affected populations.
• Provide technical support for the development of culturally sensitive, community-based mental health interventions.
• Support the creation of referral pathways for specialized mental health services in collaboration with local and international partners.
• Frequent travel to the field site and provide regular follow and supervision.
• Deliver training to front line healthcare workers on the identification and non-pharmacological management of priority mental health conditions, aligned with WHO mhGAP Intervention Guidelines, in collaboration with the project MHPSS coordinator (psychiatrist).
• Involve trained staff and volunteers in ongoing mentoring and supervision through on-the-job engagement.
• Collaborate with GBV and Nutrition staff to provide mental health and psychosocial support services as needed.

Training and Capacity Building

• Train and mentor healthcare professionals, field teams, and community volunteers on PFA, MH GAP, and evidence-based psychosocial interventions.
• Conduct on-the-job coaching and supervision to enhance the skills of MHPSS teams, with a focus on task-shifting approaches.
• Develop and adapt training materials and manuals to address local needs while maintaining global standards.

Coordination and Advocacy

• Actively represent MTI in MHPSS coordination meetings, health clusters, and technical working groups.
• Advocate for the integration of MHPSS services in local health systems and broader humanitarian response plans.
• Collaborate with government and non-governmental organizations to strengthen MHPSS networks and build partnerships.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
• Develop monitoring tools to assess the impact of MHPSS interventions on beneficiaries.
• Analyze program data to ensure effective decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Prepare high-quality reports for internal and external stakeholders, including donors.

NOTE:  The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position.  Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.