Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Officer (International Consultant)

Result of Service15-19 sept. 2025 - Conduct planning meetings with MHPSS Coordinators and Area Education Officers (AEOs) - Finalize operational plans and budget allocations - Align activities with school calendar and strategic priorities 22-26 sept. 2025 - Review and approve operational plans from Coordinators - Coordinate with Protection, Health, and RSS teams for integrated planning - Begin monitoring recreational MHPSS activities implementation 29 Sept - 03 Oct 2025 - Conduct field visits to observe recreational activities - Ensure technical soundness of interventions for trauma, GBV, child protection, and disability inclusion - Provide feedback and guidance to Coordinators 6-10 Oct 2025 - Evaluate awareness sessions conducted by Coordinators - Collect feedback from school staff and community members - Document outcomes and identify areas for improvement 13-17 Oct 2025 - Review draft reports from Coordinators - Consolidate findings and provide technical input - Coordinate with AEOs on area-level implementation updates 20-24 Oct 2025 - Finalize consolidated report - Facilitate technical training for referral system staff - Organize MHPSS mainstreaming workshop for programme managers 27-31 Oct 2025 - Approve final reports from Coordinators - Prepare summary report for Education Programme leadership - Engage with UN agencies and local partners for sustainability planning 03 - 07 Nov. 2025 - Develop presentation materials - Coordinate with leadership for scheduling - Provide consultation to AEOs on next-phase planning 10 - 14 Nov. 2025 - Present findings and recommendations to Education Programme team - Facilitate strategic discussion on future integration - Document decisions and follow-up actions Work LocationBeirut Expected duration2.5 Months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent reports to Chief Field Education Programme administratively and technically to the MHPSS Coordinator. Coordinate the full cycle for all MHPSS-related activities; including effective planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and reporting in order to maximize MHPSS the program benefits and achieve programmatic synergies. Assures that all mental health and psychosocial services provided to Palestine refugees, especially children who have experienced trauma, gender-based (GBV), and domestic violence, Child protection cases and disability inclusion, are technically sound and effectively and managed; Provide technical guidance, support, and oversight to all MHPSS program and project staff engaged in the strategic and operational planning, and implementation of mental health and psychosocial activities, including the MHPSS coordinators, and School Counselors, among others; Establish and maintain effective referral mechanisms for refugees suffering from psychosocial trauma, protection issues, and other psychological conditions to appropriate services as necessary in collaboration with Protection, Health, Education, Relief, and Social Services Programmes Conduct, arrange, and facilitate regular technical training for UNRWA referral system staff as well as MHPSS mainstreaming workshops for programme managers in coordination with Protection, Education, Health, and RSS programmes to ensure the long-term capacity of LFO and front-line staff is built to deliver MHPSS services; Establishes and manages partnerships with pertinent local authorities and organizations, UN agencies, and regional MHPSS networks in coordination with the Head of Programmes, Area Education Officers, and Chief Area Officers to maximize psychosocial and protection services for Palestine refugees and UNRWA staff and achieve long-term sustainability of those services; Updates and provides consultation to AEOs (Area Education Officers) and collaborates with them on the implementation of the MHPSS area related plans and activities. Performs other duties as may be assigned. Qualifications/special skillsTwo years in an advanced University degree from an accredited institution in psychology, counseling, social sciences or a related discipline For bachelor's degree holder, at least 4 years' experience in managing and/or coordinating mental health and psychosocial assistance activities in a sizable national or international organization, for Master's degree holder at least 2 years' of relevant experience, is required LanguagesExcellent commands of written and spoken English and Arabic UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. Competencies: Leading and Supervising Planning and Organizing Relating and Networking Applying Technical Expertise coping with pressure and setbacks Managing complexity and change Creating and maintaining impact and partnership Total Remuneration : USD 15,292.90 Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.