Context of the mission
For more than 30 years, Médecins du Monde (MDM) France, a campaigning medical organization committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations at home and abroad. It has continued to highlight obstacles that exist in accessing health care and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies. Those working for this independent organization do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations. MdM currently works in 44 countries across all continents where it focuses on 4 priority areas: caring for the health of migrants and displaced people, promoting sexual and reproductive health, harm reduction associated with drug use, emergencies and crisis.
Médecins du Monde is operating in Ethiopia since 1986 in different types of health projects from long-term interventions to emergency response.
MdM France has concentrated its efforts on projects related to access to primary health care (projects centered on rural health facilities and isolated populations), reduction of maternal mortality through improved quality of obstetric care, promotion of sexual and reproductive health rights including protection against gender-based violence, provision of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and reduction of malnutrition.
Title: Psychologist
Status: Contract
Duration: Until October 31,2026
Reports to: Program manager
Location: Dehas & Wachile woredas of Oromia region and Hudet Woreda of Somali region
Reuired No. : 2
Travel required: Yes
Job Summary
The psychologist will be based in Dhas/Wachile woreda of Oromia region and Hudet Woreda of Somali region. The Psychologist will provide mental health and psychosocial support(MHPSS) to individuals and communities in the region. This position will focus on conducting psychological assessments, delivering interventions, and offering ongoing support for a range of psychological concerns. The psychologist will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to improve the mental well-being of the affected communities.
Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager/Field Coordinator, the psychologist will also maintain a technical link with the Mission MHPSS Advisor to ensure alignment with best practices and overall program objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Program manager/ Field Coordinator plus a technical link with the MHPSS Advisor, the psychologist has the responsibility to:
Assesses beneficiaries’ MHPSS needs, including GBV survivors, their personal situation and, strengths in order to develop plans to improve their well-being.
Delivers one-on-one (Individual) and group counselling sessions to identified beneficiaries according to the logical framework and create links with organizations working on MHPSS services.
Supports the MHPSS Advisor in developing, delivering, psychosocial materials and group activities in close collaboration with the community Mobilizers.
Conducts group counselling sessions or support groups for special needs e.g., PLHIV, GBV survivors, caregivers of children with nutrition needs.
Obtains assistance for the beneficiaries referring them to community resources; arranging for appointments; establishing referral linkage with other agencies.
Maintains records of cases by documenting all session notes and adhering to data protection regulations.
Monitors planned actions through regular follow-up.
Maintains strict confidentiality of beneficiaries’ personal information receiving MHPSS services
Follows up with beneficiaries to ensure that their situations and wellbeing has progressed
Participates in MHPSS working group coordination meetings at field level
Reports on MHPSS activities in the monthly progress activities report
Performs any other task assigned by the Program Manager/ Field Coordinator
Job Requirements
Educational Qualification
Work Experience
At least 2 years of working experience as Psychologist in health care setting / Counsellor in a health facility in emergency situations
Experience with other NGO is a plus.
Demonstrable experience in reporting, supervising and training others in a team setting.
Skills and qualities required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good computer skills: MS Word and MS Excel
Strong clinical assessment skills to evaluate an individual’s mental status, identifying signs of psychological distress or vulnerabilities..
Ability to assess the individual’s family and social environment, understanding how these factors may influence their mental health and overall well-being.
Choose a psychological support method (including referral), suggest psychosocial support activities
Know how to work in a multidisciplinary team
Ability to formalize and communicate professional expertise, sharing knowledge and insights in clear with team members and other stakeholders.
Lead individual, group, and family psychotherapy sessions, guiding people through therapeutic exercises such as role-playing, relaxation techniques, and other activities.
Draft and format clinical notes, documents and/or reports relating to the specialist area
Languages
Fluent in English and local languages (speaking, writing and listening)
Women are strongly encouraged to Apply
How To Apply
Interested applicants are required to fill in the application form through the following link before/on December 30, 2025. Apply using THIS LINK
NB:
Candidates who can join quickly will be considered for this recruitment process.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
Early applications are advantageous. We will start long listing before the end date of the vacancy, and we will close the vacancy if we get a suitable candidate before the deadline.
