MHPSS Specialist – Palestine Emergency

About the role

The MHPSS Specialist will lead the mental health and psychosocial support component of Humanity & Inclusion’s emergency programme in Palestine. Based in Amman, the role ensures technical quality, coherence and coordination of MHPSS activities across the West Bank and Gaza, and supports the upcoming transition to the regional office.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for MHPSS interventions integrated with health, rehabilitation and education programmes.
• Coordinate MHPSS activities across sectors and locations, ensuring alignment with humanitarian standards.
• Harmonise tools, approaches and processes between Gaza and the West Bank for consistent implementation.
• Support the preparation and knowledge transfer for the programme’s transition to the regional office.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on MHPSS outcomes, contributing to programme learning.

Required profile

• Relevant university degree (e.g., psychology, social work, public health) and several years of experience in MHPSS within humanitarian settings.
• Demonstrated experience working with persons with disabilities in conflict‑affected contexts.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with fluency in English; Arabic is an asset.

Required skills

• Technical expertise in mental health and psychosocial support.
• Knowledge of IASC humanitarian standards and best practices.
• Program monitoring and evaluation, including data collection and analysis.
• Coordination and technical guidance across multi‑sectoral teams.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term 12‑month contract with a reputable international humanitarian organisation.
• Opportunity to influence MHPSS strategy in a high‑need emergency context.
• Professional development and exposure to multi‑sectoral humanitarian programming.