Job with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in Katsina
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is currently recruiting for the position of Counselor Educator (Daily Worker Pool) in Katsina. This is a part-time humanitarian role suited for individuals with a background in psychosocial support, counseling, or community health services.
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Counselor Educator (Daily Worker Pool)
Location: Katsina
Employment Type: Part-timeRole Overview
The Counselor Educator will support MSF’s mental health and psychosocial programs by providing counseling services, conducting assessments, and assisting vulnerable patients and families within healthcare setting Key Responsibilities
- Assess psychosocial, socio-economic, and administrative needs of patients
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions
- Conduct psycho-education activities for patients and families
- Refer patients to specialists or external support services when needed
- Support SGBV (Sexual and Gender-Based Violence) cases in line with MSF protocols
- Assist families with critical and end-of-life decisions
- Maintain confidential records and activity reports
- Participate in trainings, team meetings, and supervision sessions
- Support mental health awareness and sensitization activities
- Work across departments including ICU, clinics, and other MSF-supported units
🎯 Ideal Candidate Profile
Graduate Trainee Program
This role is best suited for candidates who:
- Have training or experience in psychology, counseling, social work, or mental health
- Can handle sensitive cases with empathy and confidentiality
- Are comfortable working in healthcare or humanitarian settings
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Can work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
📅 Application Deadline
25th May, 2026
Required Documents
- Updated CV + Cover Letter
- Copies of certificates and diplomas
- Contact details and references
