About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What we do</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.</span></p> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Purpose of the Position</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">The MHPSS Delegate (psychologist or psychiatrist) assesses and identifies mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) needs among populations affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence. He/she designs, develops, and adapts MHPSS responses in accordance with project cycle management principles and in line with priorities established by the ICRC. The MHPSS Delegate promotes and supports a multidisciplinary and cross-departmental approach to MHPSS, ensuring its integration across relevant programmes, particularly within Health and Protection.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">The position is responsible for coordinating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including authorities, Movement partners, and other relevant actors, to support the effective delivery of MHPSS interventions. In addition, the MHPSS Delegate provides technical guidance and support to local staff and partners to ensure the quality and sustainability of programmes, while taking into consideration the local cultural context. The MHPSS Delegate ensures the implementation, monitoring, and follow-up of MHPSS activities in accordance with ICRC policies, standards, and operational priorities.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Main Duties & Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Assesses mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) needs, risks, vulnerabilities and available resources among populations affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Designs, develops and adapts MHPSS programmes and interventions in line with identified needs, operational priorities and local contexts.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ensures the implementation, monitoring, evaluation and follow-up of MHPSS activities and programmes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Analyses contextual and programme data and contributes to evidence-based decision-making, reporting and programme adaptation.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Provides technical guidance, training and capacity strengthening to staff, partners and relevant stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Promotes the integration of MHPSS across relevant sectors and supports multidisciplinary approaches, particularly within Health and Protection programmes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Coordinates and collaborates with authorities, Movement partners, National Societies and other stakeholders to ensure coherent and effective MHPSS responses.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Supports the quality, sustainability and continuous improvement of MHPSS services in accordance with ICRC policies, standards and operational priorities.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Relationships</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Internally:</strong> Collaborates with Health, Protection, and other operational departments to promote integrated and multidisciplinary MHPSS approaches.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Externally:</strong> Coordinates and collaborates with authorities, Movement partners, National Societies, community structures, healthcare providers, and other relevant stakeholders involved in MHPSS activities.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Education & Experience Required</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Degree in Clinical Psychology or Psychiatry.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Valid license to practice in the country of residence.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Minimum of two years of clinical experience.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Minimum of two years of international field experience working directly with affected populations in humanitarian or similar contexts.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Desired Profile & Skills</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Extensive knowledge in public mental health and integrated MHPSS intervention models in promotion/prevention and treatments at primary and secondary health care level.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Proven capacity in planning MHPSS support programs and community health interventions in line with the psychological and psychosocial consequences of violence.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience in fields of expertise relevant to the work of the ICRC (victims of violence, victims of sexual violence, victims of torture, detention, missing persons, migrants, war wounded, physically disabled) is an asset.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Significant experience in training and supervision processes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Strongly motivated by humanitarian work.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Able to work under pressure in a potentially war-torn context.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Languages</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="text-align:justify" type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Excellent command of English (C1 or above)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Good knowledge of another language of interest for the ICRC: French, Arabic, Spanish and/or Russian is a plus (B2 or above)</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Our Operational & Field Constraints</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">In line with the principle of neutrality, the ICRC does not assign personnel to a country of which they are nationals.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Candidates must be in good health and will have to do a medical check-up prior to departure in the field.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Candidates must possess a driving license (for manual transmission vehicles).</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Candidates must be prepared to accept unaccompanied postings (i.e. no spouse, partner, children or dependents) for at least the first 24 months.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What We Offer</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Online trainings and onboarding course.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Generous social benefits.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Join an ICRC talent pool and be considered for future assignments elsewhere.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Please consult this <strong><a title="" href="https://careers.icrc.org/content/opportunities-benefits/?locale=en_GB" target="_self">page</a></strong><strong> </strong>for more information on our package offer.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional Information</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Type of Position:</strong> Mobile.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Type of Contract:</strong> Fixed Term Contract.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Estimated Start Date:</strong> Selected candidates will integrate into the pool and will be deployed on the field depending on operational needs.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Location:</strong> Global Field Deployment.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> 05/07/2026</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Our values</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this <a href="https://careers.icrc.org/content/Our-Values/?locale=en_GB " target="_blank" rel="noopener">page.</a></span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div></div>