Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Field Officer Jobs in Borno
Job Opportunity: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Field Officer
Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (1 year, renewable)
About the Organization
The International Committee of the Red Cross is a neutral, independent humanitarian organization working globally to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and violence. Its mandate is rooted in the Geneva Conventions and it works closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to deliver coordinated humanitarian response in crisis settings.
About the Role
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. The role focuses on providing direct support to individuals affected by conflict and violence, while also strengthening the capacity of partners and community actors to deliver psychosocial services.
The officer works closely with the MHPSS Team Lead and contributes to planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of MHPSS programmes in Borno State.
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
Education:
- University degree in Clinical Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing, or related field
- Valid professional license to practice
Experience:
- 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
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure in challenging environments
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing field conditions
- Ability to follow structured guidelines and procedures
- Strong commitment to humanitarian values
Languages:
- Fluency in English required
- Hausa required; Kanuri is an advantage
What the Organization Offers
- Work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment
- Competitive salary with medical insurance and pension plan
- Continuous professional development and in-house training
- Opportunity to join the ICRC talent pool for future assignments
Reporting Line
Reports to: MHPSS Team Lead
People Management: None
Application Link
This role offers an opportunity to support vulnerable populations affected by conflict through structured mental health and psychosocial interventions in Northeast Nigeria.
