MHPSS Advisor- Roving Technical Expert

About the role

We are currently looking for The MHPSS Advisor who will be responsible for ensuring that quality programmes are initiated, and capacities developed by providing technical expertise and support. The post-holder will be expected, with limited support, to lead on sectoral assessment, programme design and providing inputs into budgeting and technical coordination activities. The MHPSS Advisor will also work with New Business Development staff to contribute program funding-related activities such as providing technical expertise for donor engagement at a global level or program design expertise within new business development activities like proposal development. They will also contribute to internal technical approaches, evidence generation and standard setting relating to MHPSS programming.

You will bring to the role with you: 

• Advanced degree in Psychology, Mental Health or a related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in an advisor level MHPSS role across multiple countries and contexts and delivering high quality programmes and technical support.
• Excellent knowledge and experience in using key tools and approaches, including the IASC Guidelines on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies.

Proficiency in English and working knowledge of a second language – French, Spanish, or Arabic (with French and Spanish especially desirable) is a must.

About us 

The Global Expertise and Humanitarian Surge Platform (GEHSP) is Save the Children's global humanitarian surge, technical expertise and new business development deployment management function, operating on behalf of both members and SCI. It is dedicated to identifying, developing and deploying skilled and experienced talent from across the movement to meet the needs of our domestic and international programmes and humanitarian responses. Our vision is to help improve the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of our humanitarian responses and programmes; directly contributing to Save the Children's capability to deliver the best outcomes for children and their families.

Roving Technical Experts 

Roving Technical Expert (TE) roles will be rapidly deployed by the GEHSP across the movement to cover critical technical gaps and deliver technical excellence to drive impact for children. They will provide dedicated support that is available to deploy regularly and flexibly depending on the requests received on the GEHSP. The main responsibilities of this post will vary according to the terms of reference for each assignment.

For more information about the requirements and role’s scope and purpose, please check the attached Job Descriptions (available in multiple languages).   

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role can be based anywhere and is offered on the basis of compliance hiring.  

How to apply

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.  A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers/apply 

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. 

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

As an equal opportunity employer, Save the Children strongly encourages applications from persons with disabilities, such candidates are welcome to confidentially share their accommodation requirements to ensure access and participation in the application process.