Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance to people based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.

“Female candidates and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply “ 

MSF does not charge fees or accept any money during the entire recruitment process.”

MSF-E is advertising for the following position Psychologist

Requirements for the position

Education:

• Essentialial degree or diploma in Psychology 
• Desirable master’s degree or diploma in clinical psychology.

Experience:    

• Essential 2 years’ experience minimum asa Clinical Psychologist
• Essential clinical experience working with people with severe mental disorders.
• Desirable previous experience with MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries with equal or similar job positions.
• Desirable previous experience in the management of psychotherapeutic and support groups

Languages:    

• Local language essential
• Mission language (English) desirable

Other:     

• essential computer literacy (Word, Excel and Internet)

Description

• Place of work: ABS Project – Abs district – Hajja governorate.
• Level:    7
• Duration: One-year contract with the possibility of extension. Subjected to a probationary period according to Yemen Labor Law.
• Others: Salary: Based on the organization scale

Main objectives:    

Providing psychological support to patients according to MSF principles, standards, and procedures in order to improve the patients’ mental health

Main responsibilities and tasks:    

• Conduct psychological evaluations and establish diagnoses for patients of all age groups.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, including psychotherapeutic and pharmacological components in coordination with mhGAP (Mental Health Gap Action Program -trained Medical Doctors and psychiatrists.
• Provide psychological support and psychotherapy (individual, family, group) in line with MSF protocols.
• Inform patients and caregivers about mental health conditions, expected outcomes, and treatment processes.
• Refer patients to other medical, psychiatric, or social services when needed to ensure comprehensive care.
• Identify and manage patients at risk of suicide, including safety planning and close follow-up.
• Identify and report patients who default from psychological sessions, coordinate with counselors or community contacts for tracing and re-engagement.
• Design and facilitate Mental Health Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) group activities such as psychotherapy groups, psychoeducation, psychosocial support, trust-building, and psycho-stimulation.
• Identify patients for group interventions, plan sessions, and evaluate outcomes in collaboration with the Mental Health Supervisor (MHS) and Mental Health Activity Manager (MHAM).
• Provide on-the-job training and technical support to MSF staff, counselors, MoH ( ministry of Health ) staff, and other partners on psychological support and mhGAP.
• Work closely with translators to ensure culturally appropriate and clear communication during therapy sessions.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case discussions, supervisions, and joint planning with other Mental Health and Psychosocial team members.
• Collaborate with MSF and MoH medical staff to coordinate referrals and ensure integrated care for mental health patients with physical health needs.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all psychological activities (individual, family, and group), registers, and MSF's HMIS (Health Management Information system).
• Ensure strict confidentiality of all patient information and records.
• Collect and submit weekly reports and statistics to the MHS and MHAM, contributing to monitoring and evaluation.
• Maintain effective communication with MHPS team members, medical staff, and other stakeholders to support coordinated mental health care delivery.