Psychologist (National)

Aim of the position:

The objective of this activity assignment is to provide high-quality, ethical, and culturally sensitive psychological support services to vulnerable women through structured group sessions and individualized case management for high-risk beneficiaries.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

The assignment is deliverable-based, and expected timeline for deliverables is 2 months. Payments linked to the completion of the following:

4.1 Deliverable 1: Group Sessions

• Develop structures session plans for group sessions
• Conduct 8 psychosocial sessions (each session lasting one hour and 30 minutes) for 2 groups of 8 participants
• Submit a short final report to the protection team after each session.

4.2 Deliverable 2: Individual Sessions

• Develop structures session plans for individual sessions
• Conduct 8 psychosocial individual sessions (each session lasting one hour and 30 minutes) for women.
• Submit a short final report to the protection team after each session.

Reporting to: Project Coordinator.

Language: Arabic and Kurdish Badini.

Duty Station: Sharya – Khanke (Duhok Governorate).

Essential requirements:

• Female psychologist (requirement based on beneficiary sensitivity and cultural context).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in psychosocial support, preferably in humanitarian or protection settings.
• Proven experience working with GBV survivors and highly vulnerable women.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed approaches.
• Experience with NGOs/INGOs or UN agencies.
• Knowledge of local context and cultural sensitivities.
• Experience in group facilitation.
• Strict adherence to confidentiality and informed consent.
• Respect for do no harm principles.
• Immediate referral of cases requiring specialized or clinical intervention beyond scope.
• Compliance with safeguarding and protection policies.

Additional requirements:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and professionalism.
• Ability to work with highly vulnerable populations under stress.
• Ethical practice aligned with psychological standards.

AVSI is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, to apply.

How to Apply (Application Process):

Interested candidates are required to send CV and cover letter(Optional) to iraq@avsi.org by 30-04-2026. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and based on urgency, AVSI may fill the position prior to the closing date. Please mention your name and job position in the subject of your email. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.