TPO Nepal Vacancy for Community Psychosocial Worker (CPSW)

Date of Publication: 2083/07/12 (BS)

Transcultural Psychosocial Organization Nepal (TPO Nepal) is a non-governmental organization registered at the District Administration Office, Kathmandu, and affiliated with the Social Welfare Council, working in the field of psychosocial well-being and mental health. Since its establishment, the organization has been providing community-based psychosocial support in normal and emergency situations in various districts of Nepal, along with conducting training, research, and service delivery related to psychosocial and mental health.

Currently, for the project “Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Individuals, Families, and Communities Affected by the Rasuwa-Bhotekoshi Flood,” being implemented by TPO Nepal with the support of Americares, there is a need for Community Psychosocial Workers (CPSW). Therefore, applications are invited from interested Nepali citizens meeting the specified qualifications.

Position: Community Psychosocial Worker (CPSW) Required Number: 8 persons Duration: 6 months Working Area/Location:

Roles and Responsibilities: The Community Psychosocial Worker will have to fulfill the following major responsibilities:

• Actively participate in basic psychosocial support training and orientation, and effectively apply the acquired knowledge and skills in the working area.
• Conduct psychosocial support, awareness, and group activities to promote the psychosocial well-being of individuals affected by the Rasuwa-Bhotekoshi flood.
• Provide basic psychosocial support to individuals identified with psychosocial problems or emotional difficulties and recommend them for further services as needed.
• Safely and timely refer individuals identified with additional mental health needs to relevant and specialized services, and follow up as necessary.
• Participate in regular supervision, case discussions, and technical guidance with the supervisor, and seek timely support for complex or high-risk issues.
• Coordinate and collaborate as necessary with schools, parents/caregivers, ward and local levels, health and protection service providers, and other stakeholders.
• Regularly visit the project implementation areas and effectively carry out the planned activities.
• Maintain necessary records of the activities, services, and referrals conducted, and submit regular reports to the supervisor, monitoring and evaluation officer, and project coordinator.
• Adhere to standards related to child protection, confidentiality, informed consent, PSEA/PRSEAH, Do No Harm, and professional codes of conduct.
• Assist in other necessary psychosocial support-related activities as per the project requirements and organizational direction.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

• Must be a Nepali citizen.
• Completed 18 years of age and not exceeding 35 years.
• Passed at least Class 12 (+2) or certificate level or equivalent from a recognized educational institution.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills for working in the community, with a proactive nature to learn and apply new things.
• Preference will be given to those who have worked in disaster/emergency situations and have experience in community-based psychosocial support and related work.
• Permanent resident of the respective local level where the project will be implemented within Rasuwa or Nuwakot district.
• Able to mingle and work easily with the community, and knowledgeable about the local context, language, culture, and social background of the community.
• Must have the ability to travel on foot as needed in remote geographical areas.
• Able to effectively coordinate and collaborate with wards, municipalities, schools, communities, and other stakeholders.
• Basic computer knowledge and the ability to prepare and submit activity/performance reports on time.
• Not involved in any criminal activities and facing no criminal charges.
• Qualified candidates from indigenous, minority, and marginalized communities are highly encouraged to apply.

Application Process: Interested individuals can submit their application letter along with their biodata (CV), copies of experience certificates, educational certificates, and citizenship certificate (one copy each) to the organization’s email: hrtponepal@tponepal.org.np. Applications submitted after the specified date will not be accepted. Please clearly mention the ward and municipality of your permanent residence in the application letter.

• Last date for submission of application form: 2083 Kartik 18 up to 5:00 PM (Accordingly, November 4, 2026).

Note: Only shortlisted applicants meeting the required qualifications will be called for an interview. Please include a reliable contact number and address in your application. Additionally, the application must clearly state the municipality and district you are applying for.

TPO Nepal is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages individuals from minority, indigenous, and disabled backgrounds to apply. The confidentiality of all applications will be maintained. TPO Nepal does not tolerate any form of harassment, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and discrimination.