Overview

The Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Field Officer is responsible for implementing and supporting mental health and psychosocial support activities in line with ICRC guidelines, focusing on providing direct support to individuals affected by conflict and violence.

Key Responsibilities

Implement and follow up on MHPSS activities aligned with ICRC frameworks
Train and supervise Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) staff, volunteers, and partners
Support referral systems and follow-up for beneficiaries in need of psychosocial support
Develop and use culturally appropriate monitoring and evaluation tools
Maintain coordination with NRCS, health authorities, and partner organizations
Identify and train key community actors and health workers on mental health awareness and psychosocial support
Ensure effective referral pathways between communities and health facilities
Provide coaching and supervision to psychosocial support volunteers
Participate in supervision sessions and contribute to team learning and peer support

Requirements

University degree in Clinical Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing, or related field
Valid professional license to practice
3–5 years of professional experience in MHPSS programming
Minimum of 3 years in psychosocial support, clinical, or community mental health work
Experience in training and supervision
Humanitarian or Red Cross/Red Crescent experience is an advantage
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure in challenging environments
Flexibility and adaptability to changing field conditions
Strong commitment to humanitarian values
Fluency in English and Hausa required; Kanuri is an advantage