Project Assistant (MHPSS)
IOM · Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh · G-4 · Apply by October 17, 2026
About this role
International Organization for Migration (IOM) is implementing multi-sector response programs in the world’s largest humanitarian crisis in Cox’s Bazar Bangladesh. In Cox’s Bazar, IOM provides lifesaving emergency Primary Health Care services across 21 primary health care facilities in Ukhiya and Teknaf Upazillas. In addition, IOM operates a large referral system for secondary medical services outside the two Upazillas. The Mental Health and Psychosocial Support project aims to; 1) Strengthen the national system in the provision of MHPSS services through increased coordination and knowledge management, 2) Improve MHPSS coverage by adding and expanding outreach services and elements to the host community, as well as addressing the need to strengthen local capacity for adequately detecting and responding to mental health challenges, and 3) Strengthen the community-based development approach of the MHPSS response. While implementing these services, IOM’s priority is to strengthen capacity of Government of Bangladesh alongside International and National NGOs with whom it partners closely. Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator -Emergency Health (MHD), and direct…