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Remote Job Opportunity with UNICEF in Egypt in the Field of Mental Health

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Applicant criteria

  • NationalityEgypt
  • AgeNo specific age required
  • GenderBoth

Opportunity criteria

  • Job TypeFull time
  • Job FieldsHealthcare Jobs
  • Opportunity FieldPsychology and Sociology, Medical Sciences
  • LocationRemotely
  • Deadline2026-10-28

Opportunity description

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has announced a consultancy opportunity in Egypt for 2026, seeking a specialist in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS). The position offers a two-year contract, with the possibility of working from home and traveling to carry out certain field activities.

The opportunity aims to support the implementation of UNICEF's strategic plan for mental health in Egypt and strengthen mental health and psychosocial support services for children, adolescents, and caregivers. This will be achieved by developing national policies and improving programs and services for the most vulnerable populations.

The selected consultant will contribute to the development and implementation of the Helping Adolescents Thrive (HAT) initiative in collaboration with Egypt's Ministry of Health and Population and relevant partners. The consultant will also support the development of the National Multisectoral Strategy for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for 2026–2028.

Benefits

  • A two-year consultancy contract with UNICEF.

  • The opportunity to work from home, with possible travel to carry out field assignments.

  • Financial compensation based on the submitted financial proposal and the terms of the approved contract.

  • Gain professional experience in developing national mental health policies and programs.

  • Collaborate with government agencies, international organizations, and specialized institutions.

  • Participate in improving mental health services for children and adolescents.

  • Contribute to the implementation of national multisectoral initiatives in health, education, and child protection.

Required Fields of Study

The opportunity targets applicants with academic and medical backgrounds in the following fields:

  • Medicine.

  • Mental Health.

  • Psychiatry.

  • Public Health.

  • Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Programs.

  • Other related medical and health disciplines.

Duties & responsibilities

The main responsibilities include:

  1. Provide technical support for the development of the National Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Strategy for 2026–2028.

  2. Contribute to developing a national multisectoral action plan outlining activities, costs, and priorities.

  3. Provide technical oversight for the implementation of activities under the Helping Adolescents Thrive (HAT) initiative.

  4. Support the integration of mental health services into primary healthcare, education, and child protection systems.

  5. Coordinate with the Ministry of Health and Population, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international partners.

  6. Develop awareness-raising and communication activities to improve mental health literacy among children, adolescents, and families.

  7. Participate in monthly coordination meetings and prepare progress reports.

  8. Support data collection, research, monitoring, and evaluation systems.

  9. Conduct field visits to monitor the quality of programs and services.

  10. Prepare success stories and reports documenting program outcomes.

  11. Submit a comprehensive final report covering achievements, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations.

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

  1. Hold a master's degree with an academic background in medicine.

  2. Have at least 8 years of professional experience in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programs.

  3. Possess experience in primary healthcare, mental health promotion, and prevention.

  4. Demonstrate knowledge of public health programs and healthcare service development.

  5. Be proficient in both Arabic and English, written and spoken.

  6. Have strong report-writing, presentation, and communication skills.

  7. Be capable of coordinating with government institutions and relevant partners.

  8. Be proficient in Microsoft applications and other relevant computer software.

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