Mental health and psychosocial coordinator

M decins du Monde

About the role
To maintain operational continuity, you will be specifically in charge of ensuring the quality design, implementation, and monitoring of all Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programs within the mission. This includes providing technical leadership, supporting program teams, contributing to strategic planning and proposal development, and ensuring alignment with international and national MHPSS standards.
What you ll do
Under the supervision of the deputy general coordinator in charge of programs, your main responsibilities are the following:
Program quality and monitoring
• Lead and support field teams in assessing, planning, and implementing MHPSS activities
• Ensure compliance with MdM strategy, project objectives, and international guidelines
• Develop and review MHPSS tools, protocols, and training materials
• Monitor project performance, analyze data, and implement corrective actions
• Promote integration of MHPSS with other program components (medical, GBV, SRHR, community activities)
• Collaborate with regional MdM MHPSS programs for coherence and knowledge sharing
Proposal development and strategic planning
• Identify emerging MHPSS needs and contribute to project proposals and donor reports
• Participate in developing and implementing the mission s MHPSS strategy
• Engage in grant opening, review, and closure meetings
Technical support and team management
• Recruit, train, and supervise MHPSS staff
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify capacity-building needs
• Facilitate team communication and ensure effective information flow
• Provide technical supervision through site visits and regular coordination
Logistical and administrative support
• Support procurement processes and review technical bids for MHPSS materials
• Participate in financial planning and forecasting for program activities
Representation and coordination
• Represent MdM in coordination platforms, working groups, and with relevant authorities and partners
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders while upholding MdM s principles of neutrality and independence
• Network with other MHPSS actors to strengthen collaboration and knowledge exchange
Who you ll work with
You directly supervise MHPSS Managers.
You also work in close collaboration with the MHPSS advisor at the HQ.
You are the right match if you:
• have a master s degree in psychology (Clinical Psychology is an asset)
• have 4 years of relevant professional experience in a similar position in the humanitarian sector
• acquired solid knowledge and experience in leading mental health assessments
• speak English fluently (Arabic is an asset)
This role may not suit you if you:
• don't have any experience in working with local authorities, and local partners
• have no knowledge and skills in integrated programming
• don't have the ability to work under pressure in complex crisis
• Are not aligned with MdM s values and activist approach
Recruitment process
If shortlisted, you will first meet with our HR team. Technical and managerial interviews, which may include practical case studies, will follow.
Please note: as part of our anti money laundering and counter-terrorism policy, international background checks may be conducted. Data is processed confidentially and securely. More info: https://www.medecinsdumonde.org/en/working-internationally/
All successful candidates must provide a criminal record extract (B3).
Ready to apply?
We only need your CV and a cover letter.
If this role sounds like the right fit for you, apply now we d love to hear from you!
Employment conditions
Contract & status:
• Gross monthly salary: 3 359
• Fixed-term contract (6 months), starting on December 2025
• Trial period : 2 weeks
• Single posting