MHPSS Response Officer (AVR) (P) - Expedited Recruitment

International Organization for Migration - IOM

Staff Closes 06 Apr 2026 3 days left

Overview

Provide context-specific psychological first aid, basic psychological support, and case management for migrants and returnees. Conduct MHPSS assessments and facilitate referrals to specialized services.


Key Responsibilities
  • Provide life-saving psychological first aid and basic psychological support interventions.
  • Conduct individual protection screening, anamnesis, and MHPSS assessment.
  • Provide case management services, including follow-up and referrals.
  • Assist in the implementation of safe and dignified reception services.
  • Conduct individual and group counselling sessions.
  • Facilitate referrals to licensed medical professionals.
  • Coordinate with Migration Health Division (MHD) Health Assessment Programme (HAP) psychiatrists.
  • Participate in suicide-prevention and suicide watch activities.
  • Maintain accurate data collection and case notes in IOM’s case management systems.
Required Experience
  • Two years of relevant professional experience with a Master's degree; or four years of relevant professional experience with a University degree.
  • Experience working with migrants, civil society, and governments.
  • Experience managing programming across multiple countries.
  • Proven experience working with vulnerable persons and communicating with individuals who have complex needs.
  • Experience working in programs that include a movement operations component is an advantage.
  • Experience with IOM or other UN agencies, particularly working on assisted voluntary return and reintegration programs, is preferred.
Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Social Work, Psychiatry, Psychological Counselling, Forensic/Criminal Psychology, or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or University degree in the above fields.
  • Participation to IOM courses on MHPSS and population mobility a distinctive advantage.
Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Languages Preferred
Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage.
Contract Duration
Up to 9 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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