Company Overview
Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. For almost 45 years, across countries, we have been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe.
We carry out innovative, lifesaving programs in Health, Nutrition, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), and Social Protection.
Action Against Hunger Nigeria (ACF Nigeria) LTD/GTE began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, focusing on integrated programming. Action Against Hunger currently implements multi-sectoral humanitarian and development interventions in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria, funded by AFD, EU/ECHO, French Government, GAC, GFFO, SIDA, US Government, and WAM Foundation.
ACF Nigeria is currently looking to fill the role of MHPSS Specialist who will lead capacity-building initiatives for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), health, and nutrition staff, as well as community workers and volunteers. The Specialist will contribute to ensuring the integration of MHPSS within broader health, nutrition, and community-based interventions.
Position Details
Reporting to: Deputy Country Director Program/MHPSS Technical Advisor
Proposed start date: October 2026
Work location: Abuja, FCT
Key Responsibilities:
Mission 1: Build the capacity of staff, community workers and volunteers through trainings and on job coaching clinical supervision
The MHPSS Specialist is responsible for:
- Designing a full MHPSS training package for MHPSS staff, local partner and community workers and volunteers, according to international standards and protocols
- Conducting capacity building need assessment and establish technical areas that requires training and on job support among the team.
- Based on identified needs, developing capacity building plan in collaboration with Health and Nutrition HoDs
- Adapting or preparing coaching and training materials and sessions for the field team based on the protocols validated by the ACF MHCPSS team HQ).
- Conducting basic and refresher trainings on technical aspects and support conduction of other ad hoc training sessions, coaching and on-the–job support based on identified needs.
- Conducting continuous supervision and technical support to the field teams and activities to ensure that implementation of the activity is as per the standard
- Sensitizing and training other ACF staff on integration of MHCPSS principles and activities.
Mission 2: Strengthening the MHPSS Program activities and propose and initiate improvements according to the needs.
The MHPSS Specialist is responsible for:
- Exploring areas of strength and weakness regarding the MHPSS program activity implementation and reinforce program implementation.
- Making recommendations to enhance program or services qualities in the context with close collaboration with Nutrition & Health relevant team members.
- Providing recommendations and suggestions to ensure activities and/ actions of MHPSS programs are respectful and specific to the context.
- Monitoring and following-up the implementation, strength and weakness, skills and knowledge of the field team on validated protocols in the project area (significant field presence is expected).
Mission 3: Ensure representation of the MHPSS department in internal/external coordination meeting to reinforce internal and external coordination and collaboration
The MHPSS Specialist is responsible for:
- Establishing/ strengthening networking with other humanitarian and development actors on MHPSS at Abuja level.
- Building the capacity of base MHPSS team to ensure that they can meaningfully participate in MHPSS related forums.
- Developing contact with others organizations and/or individuals for potential referrals of the beneficiaries; potential external training opportunities for staff.
Mission 4- Reporting
The MHPSS Specialist is responsible for:
- Ensuring capitalisation and learning of program documentation, case studies and success stories in collaboration with the Health and nutrition, advocacy and MEAL department.
- Contributing to the setting of a standard monitoring and evaluation databases for MHPSS activities , in close collaboration with Heads of Department and MEAL department.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor / Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology
- Specific expertise on trauma oriented clinical approaches and psychotherapies
- Previous experience in training and clinical supervision of psychologists, psychosocial workers, project officers and volunteers
- Knowledge or Experience in implementing MHPSS humanitarian programs
- Knowledge or Experience in Psychological First Aid (PFA), having a PFA certificate of trainer will be a strong asset
- Previous experience in North East and North West Nigeria is an advantage.
- Good level of English is mandatory
- Competent use of MS Office
At Action Against Hunger, we foster a work culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive
Application Deadline:
Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 05:00 pm (Nigerian Time)
Important Notice:
Action Against Hunger does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process – this includes application, interview, or processing fees.
Our Commitment:
We are dedicated to preventing all forms of unwanted behavior in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct. We are equally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults. We prioritize hiring individuals who embody and uphold our core values.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Action Against Hunger is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Recruitment Process:
All shortlisted candidates will undergo thorough reference and background checks, and are expected to adhere to organizational standards and principles.
Employee Benefits Include (but are not limited to):
- 100% health care coverage
- Free and direct access to Talent Soft e-learning platform
- Maternity or Paternity leave
- Compassionate leave for a hospitalized child
- Creche facilities for babies
Application Instructions:
All applicants MUST answer every question in the application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
More Information
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