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Vacancy id VAC-46992
Job title VAC-46992 Senior Programme Associate (Regional MHPSS TWG)
Location Herat
Apply by 19-Feb-2026
Start date 01-Mar-2026
Duration 6 months
Number of vacancies 1
Qualification Bachelors in Psychology, Counselling, Social Sciences (essential).
Sector experience Minimum of 4 year/s of demonstrable relevant experience in administration (essential).
Geographical experience Minimum of 4 year/s of experience in Afghanistan (essential).
Languages Fluent in English (essential).
 Working level in Dari (essential).
 Working level in Pashto (essential).

Job description

CTG overview

CTG was established in 2006, almost 20 years ago, in Afghanistan. We currently operate in 35 countries and have approximately 11,500 staff members committed to good!

But do you know who we are? And what do we do?

We provide tailored Human Resources and Staffing Solutions that support critical global initiatives across Humanitarian and Development sectors, and are now strategically foraying into new industries, including Construction, Energy, and IT, with a focus on high-risk regions.

Here’s a list of services we offer:
•Staffing solutions and HR management services
•Monitoring and evaluation
•Fleet management and logistics
•Facilities management
•Sustainability and Communications Advisory
•Election monitoring and observation
•IT professional services
•Medical assistance

Visit www.ctg.org to find out more.
Overview of position

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Migration Health) and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (MHPSS)  and in close coordination with relevant Units of our client Afghanistan Country Office (CO), the Senior Programme Associate (Regional MHPSS TWG) will be responsible and accountable to support coordination of identified regions, technical and operational guidance on MHPSS, coordinate the assistance and support in emergencies and support to build the capacities for health through meetings, trainings, workshops and promotion of guidance and tools, with following the MHPSS TWG annual work plan at regional level. 
Role objectives

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

 

  • Identify gaps in MHPSS services, analyses and produce concrete solutions at regional level and coordinate it with the National MHPSS TWG through reports, monthly meetings and quarterly newsletter.

  • Identify training needs on MHPSS for both specialized and non-specialized care components and advocate to MHPSS TWG for their support when needed.

  • Coordinate and implement regional MHPSS action plans based on identified needs and gaps in their respective regions and in alignment with the MHPSS TWG work plan.

  • Ensure availability of appropriate MHPSS promotion materials, and technical support to all actors for quality implementation of MHPSS in a timely manner to the regional level.

  • Conduct joint field monitoring for MHPSS implementation to facilities /services with MHPSS services in partnership with the local health directorates and the actors to see the achievements and challenges on MHPSS implementation. Monitor and contribute to evaluate the progress and impact of the regional MHPSS action plans, using agreed indicators and tools, and to report on the achievements, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations to the MHPSS TWG on a regular basis.

  • Identify strategies in providing support to Community Health Workers and to other sectors.

  • Continuously identify MHPSS support to the remote areas through using innovative intervention to support its health and social workers across different sectors.

  • Help in ensuring support to DHIS2 reporting.

  • Provide capacity building opportunities and improve coordination with focused provincial health directorates within the MHPSS program for their respective regions.

  • Advocate for increased awareness, recognition, and support for MHPSS issues and interventions among decision-makers, donors, media, and other stakeholders in their respective regions.

  • Facilitate the integration and mainstreaming of MHPSS across sectors, such as health, education, protection, nutrition, WASH, and livelihoods, in collaboration with other clusters and working groups in their respective regions.

  • Take the lead role in coordination of MHPSS services during and after emergencies.

  • Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

 

Required Qualifications and Experience

 

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably Psychology, Counselling, Social Sciences with a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience. Or

  • High School diploma with a minimum of six years of relevant professional experience.

  • Participation in our client corporate training in MHPSS will be a distinct advantage.

 

Experience:

  • Experience working with national and international NGOs in implementing cross-border activities; humanitarian assistance and complex setting; or emergency programmes.

  • Practical experience in our client or an intergovernmental field-based organization and administrative and financial management, budget monitoring and internal control procedures.

  • Experience in preparing clear and concise reports, supervising staff and coordinating administrative activities.

  • High level of computer literacy, in particular, experience in computerized accounting systems and software; and,

  • Prior work experience related to the provision of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support is an advantage.

  • Previous experience in the region is an advantage.

 

Skills:

  • Knowledge of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support standards.

  • In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,

  • Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.

  • Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.

  • Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).

 

Languages:

  • For all Applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

  • Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.

  • Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.

 

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Project reporting

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Migration Health) and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (MHPSS)  and in close coordination with relevant Units of our client Afghanistan Country Office (CO).
Key competencies

VALUES - All our client staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

  • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

  • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioral indicators:

  • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

  • Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

  • Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

  • Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

  • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Team management

This role has no team management responsibility.
Further information

  • Interested candidates are required to apply through Tayo. Also, please take note that CTG does not accept applications in hard copies.

  • Before applying the candidate must carefully read the advertisement.

  • Applicants are advised to fill in all mandatory fields otherwise they will not be able to apply and should fill in their correct and active e-mail address in the online application as any correspondence will be made by CTG through e-mail only.

  • Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address and phone number that you will indicate are accurate.

     
Disclaimer:
· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.
· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility
· CTG encourages all candidates applying for this advertisement to ensure that their candidate profile is up to date with up to date experience / education / contact details, as this will help you being considered further in your application for this role.