Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Trainer

About PWWSD

The Palestinian Working Woman Society for Development (PWWSD) is a 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

The "WEQAYA: Strengthening Accountability to Affected Populations Through a Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Interagency Community Feedback Mechanism in the West Bank and Gaza Strip" project aims to establish a free and accessible open-line service for Palestinian individuals. This toll-free service, operated by PWWSD, provides immediate support, assistance, and responses to inquiries. Ensuring 24/7 coverage, the open-line is staffed by trained counselors who deliver consistent and effective support to affected populations across the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

Position Overview

PWWSD is seeking to recruit a Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) trainer under the WEQAYA project. The trainer will be responsible for conducting a 3-days training for open-line operators and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• A coordination meeting(s) will be held with the PWWSD project team to discuss and finalize the training topics in greater detail. A meeting summary report will be submitted, outlining the key discussion points and their direct relevance to the planned training sessions.
• Deliver a comprehensive 18-hour hybrid training (6 hours per day, over 3 days), accommodating both in-person and online participation. The training will cover key Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) topics, including:
• Psychological First Aid (PFA)
• National Referral System
• Crisis Counseling
• The trainer will be responsible for developing and administering both pre- and post-training assessments. Data from these assessments should be analyzed and included in a comprehensive training report, submitted in Arabic and, preferably, in English as well.

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• 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 national referral system.
• Strong training and facilitation skills, particularly in capacity-building programs.
• Excellent problem-solving and consultation skills to support open-line operators in real-time case management.
• Ability to provide confidential, ethical, and professional guidance on sensitive cases.
• Strong communication skills in Arabic and English.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and technical and financial offers outlining their relevant experience and qualifications to [email protected] by Thursday, April 15th, 2025. Please include "MHPSS Trainer - WEQAYA Project" in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.