SVN-2026-09 MHPSS Specialist (Social Inclusion & Integration)
Organizational Context
IOM, established in 1951, is the leading UN agency for migration, promoting humane and orderly migration globally. It works with partners to save lives, protect people, and facilitate regular migration. This MHPSS Specialist role, supervised by the Senior Project Associate, provides individual and group MHPSS interventions and community-based psychosocial support to migrants, enhancing their mental well-being and social inclusion.
Job Purpose
The MHPSS Specialist (Social Inclusion & Integration) plays a crucial role in promoting the mental well-being and social inclusion of migrants. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Associate, this position is responsible for delivering essential individual and group-based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) interventions. The specialist will also provide community-based psychosocial support, contributing significantly to the overall resilience and integration of migrant populations. This role is vital in addressing the unique psychological and social challenges faced by migrants, fostering an environment where they can thrive and participate fully in society. By implementing targeted support under the MMIA-PLUSZ-2.2.1-24-2024 project, the specialist ensures that vulnerable individuals receive the necessary care to overcome adversity, build coping mechanisms, and achieve greater social cohesion. The contribution extends to strengthening community networks and enhancing the capacity of migrants to adapt and integrate effectively, aligning with IOM's mandate to promote humane and orderly migration.
Responsibilities
The MHPSS Specialist is responsible for delivering comprehensive mental health and psychosocial support services to migrants. This includes implementing individual MHPSS counselling tailored to personal needs and designing and facilitating structured group MHPSS sessions to address shared challenges and promote collective healing. The role also involves implementing community-based psychosocial activities specifically aimed at fostering social cohesion, integration, and a sense of belonging among migrant populations. Furthermore, the specialist will organize impactful psychoeducation workshops and awareness campaigns to strengthen resilience, disseminate crucial information on mental well-being, and reduce stigma. Technical support will be provided to staff members, ensuring the consistent adoption of inclusive and culturally sensitive MHPSS approaches across all relevant programs. Key duties also encompass robust monitoring and evaluation, specifically assessing the effectiveness and impact of group-based MHPSS interventions. This involves systematically documenting and reporting on lessons learned and identifying best practices to continuously inform future programming and enhance service delivery quality. Finally, the specialist is tasked with maintaining accurate and confidential records of all group MHPSS activities, ensuring strict adherence to IOM’s data protection policies and upholding the highest standards of privacy and compliance.
Work Experience
Required experience includes facilitating MHPSS activities within community settings. Candidates should also possess knowledge of mental health promotion, psychoeducation, and social inclusion frameworks.
Skills
Strong facilitation skills. Community engagement skills. Experience in group-based psychosocial interventions.