Protection-MHPSS Officer

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Under the direct supervision of the WPE/CP Program Manager, the Protection-MHPSS Officer will ensure the quality of integrated WPE/CP and MHPSS activities. This includes case management (GBV) services, psychological intervention, Protection assessment and response (CDI), GBVIMS, and implementing community-based mental health and psychosocial support. The position holder will promote multi-sectoral services in Bordede woreda, supervising empowerment activities for women and girls while adhering to survivor-centered approaches and GBV/CP guiding principles.

Major Responsibilities

Technical Intervention & Strategy

• Participate in CP/GBV/MHPSS rapid assessments and contribute to the integrated protection-MHPSS intervention strategy.
• Facilitate SH+ group psychological intervention sessions and monitor improvement.
• Implement community-based, focused, and non-specialized psychosocial services.
• Enhance participation of women and girls at Women’s and Girls’ Safe Spaces (WGSS) and MHPSS centers.
• Identify integration areas with other sectors (Livelihood, WASH, Health) to improve inclusion.

Case Management & Data Quality

• Manage, monitor, and supervise GBV-related cases by strictly adhering to guiding principles.
• Ensure proper documentation of reported incidents utilizing GBVIMS tools (consent, intake, action plans, etc.).
• Follow strict data protection protocols and confidentiality.
• Assist in entering data into the GBVIMS/CPIMS database and share quality reports monthly.

Training & Supervision

• Recruit, supervise, and capacitate social workers and community volunteers.
• Train frontline workers on basic psychosocial support skills, PFA, and trauma-informed care.
• Provide specialized support for adult women and adolescent survivors through daily mentoring and weekly meetings.
• Supervise activity budget utilization (BvA), M&E, and logistical needs.

Coordination & Advocacy

• Build relationships with protection partners and conduct mentoring sessions for service providers (health, legal, psychosocial).
• Work with partners to implement GBV Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and referral pathways.
• Participate in monthly protection coordination meetings, safety audits, and assessments.
• Assist in the development and pre-testing of appropriate IEC and BCC materials.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Promote and actively participate in initiatives to establish team engagement, inclusion, and cohesion.
• Develop ongoing learning and honest dialogue to strengthen safeguarding and adherence to IRC values.

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Job Requirements

Educational Background

• Diploma, BSc, or MSc in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health, Nursing, Women’s Studies, or related fields.
• Experience: 5 years for Diploma, 2 years for BSc, or 1 year for MSc.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Basic supervisory and managerial skills with the ability to motivate field workers.
• Clear understanding of gender, power abuse, and issues surrounding violence against women.
• Experience in participatory techniques and community mobilization.
• Ability to maintain composure and prioritize multiple tasks under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Email.
• Related field experience in social service provision; NGO experience is a plus.

Language Skills

• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of the local language is advantageous.

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Additional Information

• Equal Opportunity: IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.
• Disclaimer: IRC never requests any form of payment at any stage of the recruitment process.

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