Background
SAVIS provides specialized mental and emotional wellbeing support to humanitarian and development workers operating in high-stress environments. Our team of experienced professionals works globally to address the psychological impact of crisis exposure, offering tailored interventions for individuals and organizations.

Through direct psychological support, crisis response, and capacity-building, we help frontline workers manage stress, prevent burnout, and strengthen resilience. We also collaborate with organizations to develop sustainable staff care frameworks that promote long-term wellbeing.

As demand for our services grows, we are expanding our roster of psychologists to ensure timely, high-quality support for those working in humanitarian and development settings. If you have experience in mental health and psychosocial support and are committed to supporting frontline professionals, we invite you to join our network.

Job Overview

SAVIS is seeking experienced psychologists to join our roster of professionals providing MHPSS support to humanitarian and development workers globally. This roster will serve as a pool of experts who may be called upon to deliver services based on demand.

As a roster member, you will provide individual and group support to humanitarian workers coping with the emotional and psychological impacts of their work. You will also collaborate with organizations to strengthen their staff care strategies and contribute to fostering a culture of resilience and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Individual and Group Support: Deliver culturally appropriate psychological support tailored to the specific needs of humanitarian and development workers.
• Design and Implement Interventions: Develop and apply evidence-based approaches to address challenges such as burnout, vicarious trauma, and stress-related difficulties.
• Capacity Building: Facilitate training, workshops, and coaching sessions aimed at fostering emotional resilience and wellbeing.
• Organizational Collaboration: Work with partner organizations to design and implement staff care policies and protocols.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Support needs assessments and contribute to monitoring and evaluation processes to ensure the quality and impact of MHPSS interventions.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a psychologist.
• Certification to practice as a psychologist in your country of residence.
• At least 2 years of experience providing MHPSS support in humanitarian, development, or emergency contexts.
• Fluency in one or more of the following languages: Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Burmese, Dari, Dutch, English, French, German, Hausa, Hindi, Italian, Kurdish, Lingala, Nepali, Pashto, Portuguese, Punjabi, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Tigrinya, Urdu. Proficiency in additional languages, particularly those spoken in countries experiencing humanitarian emergencies, is a strong asset.
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally sensitive care to diverse populations in complex environments.
• Experience delivering remote psychological support through online platforms is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport in both individual and group settings.

Desirable Qualifications

• Expertise in trauma-informed care and evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
• Experience in designing and implementing wellbeing programs in high-stress or crisis contexts.
• Familiarity with organizational staff care frameworks and strategies.
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation frameworks for MHPSS interventions.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to collaborate with a mission-driven organization at the forefront of staff care in the humanitarian sector.
• Engagement with a global network of MHPSS professionals united by a commitment to supporting humanitarian workers.
• Access to professional development opportunities, including peer-learning initiatives and tailored training.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote assignments and potential in-person deployments.

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about improving the mental and emotional wellbeing of humanitarian workers, we invite you to apply. Please submit:

1. A current CV outlining your professional experience and qualifications.
2. A cover letter detailing your interest in joining the SAVIS roster and highlighting relevant skills and experiences.
3. Proof of certification to practice as a psychologist in your country.

Send your application to info@savisgroup.org with the subject line: Application for SAVIS Psychologist Roster.

Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but early submissions are encouraged.