Call for CVs (Conditional on Project Award): MHPSS Supervisor
2026-08-31        Samangan, Maidan Wardak       Full Time        282
Job Location: Samangan, Maidan Wardak
Nationality: National
Category: Program
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with experience
Vacancy Number: ADWSO-MHPSS-S-8-26
No. Of Jobs: 2
City: Samangan and Wardak
Organization: ADWSO
Years of Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of relevant MHPSS experience, preferably in humanitarian/NGO settings.
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Gender: Male/Female
Education: Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field; Master's degree is an advantage.
Close date: 2026-08-31


About ADWSO:

Afghanistan Development and Welfare Services Organization (ADWSO), an Afghan Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) operates in Afghanistan since 2008.  ADWSO’s priority sector areas are Child Protection, Livelihood Support, Vocational Training, Women Empowerment, Capacity Building and Rule of Law.

Note: Please be advised that this position is contingent upon the successful approval of our project proposal and associated grant funding. As part of the grant application process, the CVs of shortlisted candidates will be included in our submission to the funding body to demonstrate the quality and readiness of our proposed team. All offers of employment will be formally extended only upon final grant approval.

Job Descriptions:

Job Purpose

The MHPSS Supervisor will provide technical and operational supervision to MHPSS staff and activities, ensuring the delivery of safe, ethical, high-quality, and child-centered psychosocial and mental health services to children and other vulnerable groups.

Duties and Responsibilities

·       Supervise and provide technical guidance to MHPSS Counselors, Social Workers, and relevant project staff.

·       Ensure quality implementation of individual and group counseling and other MHPSS activities.

·       Review and monitor MHPSS case management, assessments, referrals, follow-up, and case documentation.

·       Provide regular case consultation, coaching, and technical support to MHPSS staff.

·       Ensure adherence to MHPSS, child protection, safeguarding, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

·       Monitor MHPSS activities in Child-Friendly Spaces and other project locations and identify areas for improvement.

·       Support staff in developing appropriate intervention and follow-up plans for children and families.

·       Coordinate referrals with specialized mental health, health, protection, and other relevant service providers.

·       Support the development and delivery of psychoeducation, parenting, awareness, and community-based MHPSS activities.

·       Conduct regular field visits and provide feedback to field teams to improve service quality.

·       Review and consolidate monthly and quarterly MHPSS reports and ensure timely submission.

·       Monitor MHPSS indicators, service quality, case trends, and identified gaps, and provide recommendations to management.

·       Identify capacity-building needs and organize/co-facilitate relevant training and coaching sessions.

·       Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure safe and responsible management of MHPSS and case-related information.

·       Coordinate with Program, Child Protection, MEAL, and other relevant teams to ensure integrated services.

·       Perform other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements:

Requirements

·       Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field; Master's degree is an advantage.

·       Minimum 3–5 years of relevant MHPSS experience, preferably in humanitarian/NGO settings.

·       Previous experience supervising MHPSS, counseling, or social work teams.

·       Strong knowledge of child protection, MHPSS principles, safeguarding, and ethical standards.

·       Experience in case management, referrals, documentation, and quality assurance.

·       Strong communication, coaching, leadership, and report-writing skills.

·       Ability to analyze cases and provide appropriate technical guidance.

·       Good computer skills, particularly MS Office.

·       Ability and willingness to travel to project sites and monitor field activities.

·       Fluency in English and relevant local languages is an advantage.

Submission Guidelines:

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are requested to submit their CVs by completing the online application form at the link below:

https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/8mSfnuWt?d[Vacancy_URL]=ADWSO-MHPSS-S-8-26

Please note:

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
  • CVs will be used exclusively for proposal development and potential project implementation
  • Submission of a CV does not guarantee selection or employment

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunity:
ADWSO has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment and is committed to safeguarding and child protection. ADWSO is an equal opportunity organization and encourages qualified female candidates to apply. All staff are required to adhere to ADWSO and UN Codes of Conduct.

Important Note

This position is conditional upon project award and donor approval. Any engagement will only take place after formal confirmation and contract signing.

Submission Email:

https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/8mSfnuWt?d[Vacancy_URL]=ADWSO-MHPSS-S-8-26

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