Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Trainer

Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Trainer

Gaza Strip (North Gaza)

About PWWSD

The Palestinian Working Woman Society for Development (PWWSD) is grassroots, non-governmental organization that has been working since 1981 to support Palestinian women marginalized by the Israeli occupation and patriarchal societal structures. As a feminist, civil society, and human rights organization, PWWSD is dedicated to achieving gender equality, combating all forms of discrimination and gender-based violence, and facilitating women’s access to justice. The organization empowers women through psychological, social, and legal support while promoting their active participation in political, economic, and social spheres, as well as in the national struggle to end the occupation.

About the Project

Project Title: support conflict - affected IDPs in Gaza to access emergency shelter combined with cash for Basic needs and MHPSS. This project will continue to support IDP households to access dignified emergency shelter and other basic needs and rebuild and their psychosocial resilience as individuals and families. The project will be implemented by HEKS/EPER in partnership with two local partners namely MAAN Development partner and Palestinian working women society for development (PWWSD).

Position Overview

PWWSD is seeking to recruit a Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Trainer. The trainer will be responsible for conducting 3-day training for counselors to increase their knowledge and practical experience through dealing with traumatized persons in Gaza Strip.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive 15 hours   training covering essential MHPSS topics, including:
  • Psychological First Aid (PFA): Providing immediate emotional and psychological support.
  • Support survivors and affected from conflicts and genocide war.
  • Crisis Counseling: Techniques for handling urgent psychosocial cases.

• Assist in case management strategies to ensure appropriate intervention and referrals.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), including direct service provision, crisis intervention, and training.
• Extensive knowledge of gender-based violence (GBV), trauma-informed care, and psychosocial case management.
• Experience with inter-agency coordination, referral systems, and community feedback mechanisms.
• Strong training and facilitation skills, particularly in capacity-building programs.
• Strong communication skills in Arabic and English.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their technical and financial offer by Shekel currency including income tax, service provider has to submit deduction of source certificate, if not 10% will deducted from the total amount of the contract, outlining their relevant experience and qualifications to [email protected] by Saturday, May 24, 2025. Please include "MHPSS Trainer - support conflict - affected IDPs in Gaza " in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.