Relief International Jobs 2026 — Wellbeing Center MHPSS Officer (Nowshera)

Overview

Relief International (RI) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Wellbeing Center MHPSS Officer based in Nowshera. This job opportunity was advertised on BrightSpyre and is open to individuals seeking employment in the humanitarian and community mental health sector in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A total of eight posts are envisaged across the eight RISE project districts. The application process is open on a rolling basis, meaning the position will be filled upon the availability of a suitable candidate.

Relief International is an international non-profit organization operating across 15 countries to partner with communities impacted by climate change and disaster. In Pakistan, the organization works with government institutions, local communities, and humanitarian partners to deliver protection, mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), education, health, livelihoods, and WASH programming, particularly across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The Wellbeing Center MHPSS Officer leads daily MHPSS service delivery at the assigned RISE wellbeing center, providing psychological care, structured psychosocial support, and referral coordination.

Positions and vacancies

• Wellbeing Center MHPSS Officer: 8 posts envisaged across the eight RISE districts, BPS/scale: Not stated in the advertisement, Location: Nowshera (and RISE districts).

Eligibility and qualification

Applicants for the Wellbeing Center MHPSS Officer role must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Education: Master’s degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, or a Psychology degree with recognized postgraduate clinical training and supervised practice appropriate to the role.
• Experience: At least four years of relevant psychological or MHPSS service experience, including supervised individual and group casework.
• Clinical Competence: Demonstrated skills in psychological assessment, counselling, structured interventions, risk recognition, and safe referral within a non-prescribing professional scope.
• Coordination & Supervision: Experience coordinating service schedules and guiding assistants or support staff while maintaining clinical and administrative duties.
• Professional Standards: Strong informed-consent, confidentiality, safeguarding, digital documentation, and professional-boundary practices.
• Language & Travel: Effective Pashto, Urdu, and English communication skills, with the ability to provide services directly in local languages and travel within the district when required.
• Desirable Criteria: Training and supervised practice in focused psychological interventions, Psychological First Aid (PFA), or family and adolescent support, as well as experience in wellbeing centers or community mental health programs.

Age limit and other conditions

• Age Limit: Not stated in the advertisement.
• Gender: Open to all qualified candidates; female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
• Contract/Permanent Status: Not stated in the advertisement.
• Salary and Benefits: Not stated in the advertisement.
• Domicile / Travel: Must be willing to travel within the district and speak local languages (Pashto and Urdu).

How to apply

Interested applicants can submit their application by following these steps:

1. Visit the BrightSpyre online job portal link at https://resume.brightspyre.com/jobs/ywnb_IGsUj5BZQwqrUaaDZGoIbsj.
2. Read the job description and eligibility criteria thoroughly.
3. Click on the Apply Now button on the page.
4. Complete the required application form and submit your CV electronically.

Important dates

• Advertisement Date: Not stated in the advertisement.
• Application Deadline: Open on a rolling basis; will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

Frequently asked questions

What is the last date to apply for this job?

The position is open on a rolling basis and does not have a fixed closing date.

How many vacancies are available for the MHPSS Officer position?

Eight posts are envisaged across the eight RISE districts.

What qualification is needed for this post?

A Master’s degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, or a Psychology degree with postgraduate clinical training is required.

What is the salary offered for this position?

The advertisement does not state a salary.

Are female candidates eligible for this role?

Yes, female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Tips for applicants

• Read all eligibility criteria carefully to ensure your qualifications align with the post requirements.
• Submit your application as early as possible before the vacancy is filled on a rolling basis.
• Maintain complete and accurate copies of all submitted documents and application records.
• Beware of fraudulent offers; legitimate organizations never ask for money or payment during recruitment.