Psychosocial Support (PSS) Counselor at Aid Initiative to Support Vulnerable and Ideal People (AISVIP) - 2 Openings

Aid Initiative to Support Vulnerable and Ideal People (AISVIP) is a Non-Governmental Organization geared toward empowering vulnerable and less privilege people in the society. The organization history dates back to 2016 when group of people conceived an idea of contributing to humanitarian activities in North East Nigeria. The organization was registered with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) on 17th July 2018, as a non-political, non-profitable, National-based organization. It is committed to improve the quality of life of most vulnerable and less privileged people, particularly people affected by insurgency in North East Nigeria. Also the organization has been accredited by Borno State Committee on Humanitarian Response (BOSCHR), Office of the Secretary to the State Government, and also recommended by Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA). The Ultimate goal of AISVIP is to empower and inspire vulnerable and less privilege people, to contribute for peace and nation building. Over the years, AISVIP has grown significantly both in terms of its programs and geographical coverage in Borno and Yobe states in partnership with UN Agencies, National and International Organization.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Psychosocial Support (PSS) Counselor

Locations: Jere LGA - Borno and Fune LGA - Yobe
Employment Type: Contract

Responsibilties
Psychosocial Support Service Delivery:

• Provide individual and group psychosocial counseling sessions in line with MHPSS guidelines.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop support plans tailored to client needs.
• Facilitate structured group PSS activities for women, children, and adolescents.

Referral & Case Coordination:

• Coordinate closely with GBV Caseworkers, Child Protection staff, and Protection Officers to support integrated case management.
• Refer individuals requiring specialized mental health care to appropriate service providers.

Community Engagement & Awareness:

• Support community-based PSS awareness sessions and psychoeducation activities.
• Promote coping strategies, resilience, and positive psychosocial well-being within communities.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain confidential records of PSS sessions and client progress.
• Contribute to activity reports and monitoring data while ensuring confidentiality.

Safeguarding & Ethics:

• Adhere strictly to confidentiality, informed consent, “do no harm,” and survivor-centered principles.
• Comply with AISVIP safeguarding, PSEA, and Code of Conduct policies.

Qualifications

• Interested candidates should possess a BEd / Bachelor of Law Degree with 3 - 10 years experience. 

Application Closing Date
23rd January, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and Cover Letter (in one PDF file) to: recruitment@aidinitiative.org and copy to lsaleh@aidinitiative.org using “PSS Counselor – NHF Protection Project” as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.