Digital Rights and Mental Health Initiative (DRMHI) is a non-profit organization committed to advancing digital rights, mental health awareness, psychosocial wellbeing, community resilience, inclusion, and related humanitarian and development initiatives.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: MHPSS Officer (Volunteer)
Location: Maiduguri, Borno / Assigned Duty Station
Duration: Six (6) Months
Departments: Programs
Engagement Type: Volunteer
Period: September 2026 – February 2027
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The MHPSS Officer Volunteer will support DRMHI's mental health and psychosocial support activities, community awareness initiatives and psychosocial wellbeing programmes.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport implementation of MHPSS activities.
Assist with mental health and psychosocial awareness activities.
Support community engagement and sensitization.
Assist with identification and referral of individuals requiring specialized support.
Support MHPSS-related assessments and activities.
Participate in relevant meetings, trainings and workshops.
Assist in preparation of MHPSS activity reports.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Support development of MHPSS communication and awareness materials.
Promote safe, respectful and inclusive engagement.
Report safeguarding and protection concerns through approved channels.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
RequirementsApplicants must:BSc or HND from a recognized institution.
Preferably a background in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Sociology, Public Health or a related discipline.
Interest in mental health and psychosocial support.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Empathy, professionalism and confidentiality.
Basic computer skills.
Working personal laptop and reliable internet access.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Minimum availability of ten (10) hours per week.
Willingness to report physically once weekly as agreed with DRMHI, if applicable.
Willingness to prepare and implement bi-monthly work plans.
Ability to respond to official DRMHI communication within one (1) hour during agreed availability periods.
Volunteer Terms
These are strictly voluntary and unpaid positions.
DRMHI will not provide salary, stipend, allowance, honorarium, remuneration, financial compensation or any other form of payment for these volunteer positions.
Volunteers are required to have access to a working personal laptop and reliable internet connection.
Application Closing DateNot Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:Click Apply Now button to apply
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit:Updated CV
Application letter
Copies of relevant academic qualifications
Active telephone number and email address
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.
