MHPSS Officer (Maternity Cover)

ROLE PURPOSE

Under the supervision of H&N Coordinator and with the technical support of the MHPSS Specialist and MHPSS Technical Advisor, the MHPSS Officer will support integration of MHPSS dimensions in Afghanistan, in the east and south (KDR)/Health and Nutrition programmed delivery, building on an evidence-based, psychosocial, developmental and multi-leveled approach, in line with global and regional standards. The role will encompass direct support to staff implementing MHPSS interventions and services, alongside capacity building, coaching and supervision of Health and Nutrition staff in Afghanistan. The MHPSS Officer will act as Focal Point for MHPSS in East/South/North respectively and will participate in relevant local coordination platforms.

The PSS Technical Supervisor will receive regular training, support and supervision from the MHPSS TA.