Member of a diverse team of Technical Advisors, the Senior MHPSS-Protection Advisor is responsible for leading and supporting the development and implementation of Medair’s MHPSS strategy and systems at international and country program levels. S/he is expected to ensure Medair adheres to international guidelines and standards, strong beneficiary and donor accountability, and meeting reporting needs of other internal and external key stakeholders. The MHPSS-Protection Advisor will be responsible for supporting integration of mental health, psychosocial support, and protection into humanitarian response services at community and facility levels. This will involve providing technical advice and coordination on MHPSS to country programs and to GSO, training and capacity building of Medair country program staff involved in MHPSS.
Global Support Office (GSO) position based in Lausanne, Switzerland. Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland, can apply. Remote work is possible (conditions apply). Travel to Medair country programmes for up to 2 to 3 months per year. Out of hours/ weekend work may be required from time to time.