PSS Team Leader – Zamfara | INTERSOS

PSS Team Leader – Zamfara | INTERSOS

INTERSOS is hiring a PSS (Psychosocial Support) Team Leader to strengthen mental health and psychosocial services in Northwest Nigeria. This role is ideal for professionals with strong experience in MHPSS (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support) within humanitarian settings.

Position Details

• Job Title: PSS Team Leader
• Location: Zamfara State
• Deadline: 26 May 2026 (12:00 PM)
• Application Review: Rolling basis (may close early)

Job Purpose

The PSS Team Leader will oversee the implementation of psychosocial support activities, supervise PSS Workers, Social Workers, and Psychologists, and ensure that mental health interventions meet quality and protection standards.

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Key Responsibilities

• Supervise PSS Workers and Psychologists on daily activities
• Conduct staff induction, mentoring, and capacity building
• Organize weekly case conferences for complex cases
• Ensure compliance with protection principles, SOPs, and code of conduct
• Monitor MHPSS platform and ensure accurate data reporting
• Coordinate day-to-day psychosocial support activities with the Project Manager
• Develop weekly/monthly activity plans and reports
• Manage referrals and maintain updated referral databases
• Represent the organization in coordination meetings and clusters

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Specific Duties

• Plan and design Community-Based PSS activities in line with guidelines
• Ensure safe and functional community spaces (WGFS/CFS)
• Assess and analyze community psychosocial needs
• Ensure proper use of assessment and monitoring tools
• Support training and development of PSS teams
• Maintain confidentiality and proper data storage systems
• Handle referrals and ensure timely feedback to partners

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Education & Experience

• Degree or HND in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field
• Minimum 2 years experience (at least 1 year in a supervisory role preferred)
• Experience working with IDPs, refugees, or returnees
• Strong background in psychosocial programming in humanitarian contexts

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Professional Requirements

• Strong technical knowledge in protection and psychosocial support
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in training, facilitation, and capacity building
• Strong analytical and reporting skills

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Languages

• Fluency in English required
• Knowledge of Hausa and Kanuri is an added advantage

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Core Competencies

• Leadership and team coordination
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of empathy and emotional intelligence
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong planning and organizational skills

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Recruitment is on a rolling basis
• INTERSOS encourages female candidates, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply
• Candidate must comply with PSEA (Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) policies

How to Apply

• Click the application link above
• Attach your CV and Cover Letter
• Use format: Surname_Position Applied For

This is a valuable opportunity to lead mental health and psychosocial interventions in a humanitarian setting, supporting vulnerable communities while advancing your career in protection and MHPSS programming.

Link: https://forms.gle/yg3aQXYVkZnnY5Zy9