MHPSS Officer (Only for Female)

Savar

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Disability Support, Mental Health

Savar

contract

Female

Salary BDT 50,000 – 55,000

Vacancy 1 position

Experience (years) At least 3

Salary & vacancy

BDT 50,000 – 55,000

1 vacancy

Application

Deadline:

March 5, 2026 (Expired)

Job Description

The Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is seeking a qualified female MHPSS Officer for a contract position in Dhaka, focusing on mental health and psychosocial support for children and youth with disabilities. This role involves providing direct services including individual and group sessions, conducting needs assessments, and training staff and volunteers on MHPSS topics. The position offers a competitive salary of 50,000-55,000 BDT and requires working from the CDD Head Office in Savar with frequent field visits to project areas.

The successful candidate will join CDD’s mission to create an inclusive society for persons with disabilities, working on the “Meaningful Participation and Inclusion of Children and Youths with Disabilities in All Domains of CBR” project supported by Liliane Fonds. The role includes responsibilities such as data management, progress reporting, referral pathway management, and stakeholder liaison. CDD offers a supportive work environment with benefits including provident fund, weekly holidays, and festival bonuses, making this an excellent opportunity for female professionals passionate about disability-inclusive development and mental health support.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 3 years

Education Requirements

Educational qualifications needed for this mental health support position.

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in Psychology, Mental Health, or related field
Specialized training in psychosocial support, counseling, or Psychological First Aid

Experience Requirements

Experience requirements for the MHPSS Officer position.

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in MHPSS programming
Experience with children and youth with disabilities preferred
Proven experience in training design and facilitation
Experience in data collection and documentation

Qualifications

Key qualifications for successful performance in this role.

Sound understanding of gender, age, disability, and inclusion (GADI) issues
Experience working in remote and community-based settings
Familiarity with child protection and safeguarding principles
Ability to build strong working relationships with partners and stakeholders

Skill Requirements

Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) expertise
Training and capacity building
Data management and documentation
Communication and interpersonal skills
Analytical and planning abilities
Child protection and safeguarding knowledge

Incentive & compensation

The position offers competitive benefits and compensation.

Salary range of 50,000-55,000 BDT
Provident fund benefits
Weekly 2 holidays
Prorata basis festival bonus

How to apply for Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) jobs

Follow these steps to apply for the MHPSS Officer position at CDD.

Review all job requirements and ensure your qualifications match
Prepare your application documents including CV and cover letter
Submit your application through the external application URL
Application deadline is March 5, 2026
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews

About Centre for Disability in Development (CDD)

Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is a leading not-for-profit organization established in 1996, dedicated to creating a more inclusive society for persons with disabilities in Bangladesh. CDD works to build technical capacities of development stakeholders while enabling persons with disabilities to participate in society through rehabilitation support and leadership development. The organization has received national recognition including the Ramon Magsaysay Award and government recognition as one of the best organizations working on disability and development issues.