Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Workforce and Capacity Development, Pacific Multi Country Office, Child protection, 18 months, remote with trip (INTERNATIONAL only)
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About the Role
UNICEF Pacific is seeking a senior consultant to strengthen MHPSS workforce capacity across multiple Pacific Island countries. You will work remotely with travel, collaborating with ministries and stakeholders to develop sustainable mental health systems for children and adolescents.
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Responsibilities
- Strengthen national capacities in mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) for children, adolescents, and families in multiple Pacific countries
- Work in close collaboration with ministries of health, education, justice, social welfare, faith based organisations, and other relevant stakeholders
- Strengthen capacity of MHPSS workforce and its system, with emphasis on institutionalization for sustainability
- Contribute to Output 2 Services under the UNICEF Pacific’s Child Protection programme
Requirements
- Master's university degree in social work, mental health related field, including direct clinical work experience with children
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience at national and international level in mental health and psychosocial support including supervision and direct work with children
- In depth child and adolescent mental health experience in the Pacific island countries
- Fluency in written and spoken English
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Terms of Reference
- The Pacific Island Countries and Territories (PICTs) face significant challenges in the mental health and wellbeing of children and adolescents.
- Available evidence indicates increasing mental health needs among young people, driven by multiple and intersecting risk factors.
- This consultancy will support multiple Pacific countries, including Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, Kiribati from 1 July 2026 to 1 January 2028.
Minimum Requirements
- Education: A master's University degree in social work, mental health related field, is required, including direct clinical work experience with children.
- Work Experience: A minimum of 10 years of professional experience at national and international level in mental health and psychosocial support including supervision and direct work with children is required.
- In depth child and adolescent mental health experience in the Pacific island countries.
- Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken English.
Desirables
- Relevant experience in humanitarian action, and related areas, program/project development, and management in UNICEF or organization is an asset.
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