MHPSS Psychologist - Humanitarian Health & Resilience

International Rescue Committee; Haripur; On-site; PKR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Psychologist to lead Mental Health and Psychosocial Support activities in Pakistan’s KP region, including Haripur. The role focuses on Psychological First Aid, community education, and strengthening referral pathways to formal care.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in psychology with 3–5 years of field experience in MHPSS, GBV, and protection programs, and are fluent in English and Urdu.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GBV, MHPSS core principles, and protection program design.
• Experience in case management and counseling services in field settings.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in English and Urdu.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement structured MHPSS interventions tailored to target populations in KP and Haripur.
• Facilitate psychosocial support sessions for individuals, families, and groups to build resilience.
• Deliver Psychological First Aid training for health facility staff and community workers.
• Develop mental health awareness campaigns to promote understanding and reduce stigma.
• Establish and maintain referral pathways for access to mental health care.
• Coordinate with protection teams and healthcare providers to deliver integrated MHPSS services.
• Monitor, review, and document intervention impact for learning and improvement.
• Prepare progress and impact reports for stakeholders.
• Mentor and supervise staff to strengthen MHPSS delivery.

Skills

GBV knowledge

Counseling skills

MHPSS design

Case management

Report writing

English/Urdu languages

Education

Master’s degree in psychology

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Psychologist to lead Mental Health and Psychosocial Support activities in Pakistan’s KP region, including Haripur. The role focuses on Psychological First Aid, community education, and strengthening referral pathways to formal care.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in psychology with 3–5 years of field experience in MHPSS, GBV, and protection programs, and are fluent in English and Urdu.