Psychosocial Support Officer (PSS Officer)

Job Description

Job Information

  • Job Title: Psychosocial Support Officer (PSS Officer) 
  • Duty Station: Al-Jawf – Yemen 
  • Reports hierarchically to: Project Manager 
  • Contract Duration: 6 Months 
  • Announcement Date: 25- June 2025
  • Deadline for Applications: 4- July 2025
  • Contract Start Date: ASAP 

About MOZN:

Mozn Charitable Developmental and Social Foundation is a non-profit organization established in the year 2015 under the Yemeni Institutions and Associations Law, affiliated with the Ministry of Social affairs and Labor. It operates under permit number (63/691) within the Republic of Yemen. Since its inception, the foundation has been working to assist and develop the Yemeni society by actively contributing to the provision of essential services and humanitarian and developmental assistance through the implementation of projects and activities aimed at meeting the needs of affected communities and enhancing the diverse capacities of individuals of all genders.

Job Objective: 

We are seeking a Psychosocial Support Officer (PSS Officer) to join the team for the "Integrated Emergency Response" project aimed at providing lifesaving support to the most vulnerable communities in Al Jawf Governorate, specifically in the Al Mutun and Al Hazm areas.

Roles and Duties:

  • Assess the psychosocial needs of the target groups.
  • Implement psychosocial activities and provide regular psychological counseling.
  • Provide psychological counseling to cases requiring psychosocial support services.
  • Enter data on received and referred cases into the database and send it to the line manager.
  • Ensure coordination with key service providers in the area of intervention for referrals, follow-up, and information exchange.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection protocols.
  • Referral files and technical reports must be archived in a secure, locked location; access to them must be restricted to authorized protection program staff.
  • Conduct field visits to cases unable to access the space and in need of psychological support and services, and provide appropriate services.
  • Work with community groups and protection staff on the project team to contribute to monitoring activities to better understand protection needs.
  • Provide psychological support to cases referred by safe space supervisors in line with the objectives of the case plan.
  • Participate in preparing accurate reports for all relevant psychosocial activities.
  • Perform any other tasks assigned by the project management.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • A degree in psychology, sociology, or related fields. 
  • Previous experience in humanitarian, Psychosocial Support and social work. 
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. 
  • Ability to work in multicultural environments. 

How to Apply

Applications:

  • A cover letter.
  • A current curriculum vitae.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you meet the requirements and interested in this job, please fill out the Application link provided by MOZN not later than 4- July  2025

https://forms.gle/YkXYCDkUrhUhssEV6

MOZN does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination.
All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.