Organization: Legal Action Worldwide (LAW)Location: Flexible (Remote or On-Site; travel may be required)Contract: 12-Month Framework Agreement (renewable subject to performance and funding)Application Closing Date: 11 December 2025Posted: 12 November 2025 About Legal Action Worldwide (LAW) Legal Action Worldwide (LAW) is an independent, non-profit association of human rights lawyers and jurists working to ensure that survivors of human rights violations and international crimes receive the justice and support they deserve. Operating across 18 countries, LAW combines national and international expertise with a survivor-centred, gender-competent, and trauma-informed approach. The organization partners directly with survivors and their communities to strengthen their capacity to engage meaningfully in justice and advocacy processes. In parallel, LAW provides technical assistance to justice institutions, supports legislative reform, and advances accountability and the rule of law. LAW’s vision: A world where all victims and survivors have access to justice, so that impunity is not a barrier to sustainable peace. The Position LAW recognizes that mental health and psychosocial wellbeing are fundamental to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for both staff and beneficiaries. To strengthen its wellbeing framework, LAW seeks an experienced Wellbeing Consultant (Psychologist) to join its consultancy roster. The consultant will play a pivotal role in fostering resilience, self-care, and mental wellness among LAW teams working in conflict-affected contexts. Assignments may include individual or group counselling, training delivery, critical incident response, and the design of wellbeing initiatives that promote holistic mental health care. This position is suited to a creative and compassionate professional with experience supporting individuals exposed to trauma or high-stress environments. Key Responsibilities The Wellbeing Consultant (Psychologist) will: Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide confidential counselling and mental health support to individuals and groups, either remotely or in person. Design and deliver Psychological First Aid (PFA) and mental health awareness training for staff teams. Facilitate debriefing sessions and clinical support measures before and after missions to conflict-affected areas, focusing on stress management, resilience, and coping mechanisms. Serve as the first point of contact for crisis response in the event of a critical incident. Collaborate with Human Resources and senior management to ensure integrated and holistic psychosocial support. Develop and implement wellbeing activities such as workshops, mindfulness sessions, and awareness campaigns. Build staff and community resilience through psychosocial education, self-care, and stress management strategies. Identify and refer individuals requiring specialized mental health support to appropriate care providers. Raise awareness and provide practical toolkits and resources for maintaining mental health and wellbeing in humanitarian contexts. Locations Supported The consultant may engage with LAW teams based in:Geneva, Kyiv, New York, Beirut, Damascus, Chiang Mai, Dhaka, Cox’s Bazar, Nairobi, Mogadishu, Juba, Sudan, and Khartoum. Remote work is possible, though some assignments may require travel depending on operational needs. Qualifications and Experience Essential: Master’s degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or a related field. Minimum 10 years of experience providing therapy, counselling, or mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), preferably in an international NGO or humanitarian setting. Demonstrated experience working in volatile or conflict-affected environments. Proven ability to deliver trauma-informed and culturally sensitive mental health interventions. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills in English. Capacity to work independently, maintain strict confidentiality, and uphold ethical standards. Preferred: Certification or training in Psychological First Aid (PFA), trauma-informed care, stress management, or clinical supervision. Fluency in additional languages relevant to LAW’s areas of operation. Experience designing and leading group therapy, mindfulness, or creative wellbeing sessions (e.g., art therapy). Key Attributes Empathetic, adaptable, and grounded in a survivor-centred approach. Skilled in cross-cultural communication and sensitive to diverse psychosocial needs. Capable of balancing strategic insight with hands-on, compassionate engagement. Committed to LAW’s mission of justice, accountability, and human rights. Contract Details Contract Type: 12-month framework agreement (renewable based on performance and funding) Days/Level of Effort: Determined per assignment, upon agreement Location: Flexible (remote or travel-based assignments as required) How to Apply Interested candidates who are passionate about supporting individuals and teams in high-impact, conflict-affected environments are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, please submit: A CV outlining your relevant experience. A list of clients or testimonials from organizations or individuals you have worked closely with. A cover letter specifying: Your daily consultancy rate (in USD) Your current location Apply via HR Bamboo Link: The Wellbeing Consultant (Psychologist) Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At LAW, diversity is our strength. Our team reflects the communities we represent, encompassing professionals of many nationalities, cultures, and disciplines. This diversity enables LAW to respond effectively to the cultural and political realities on the ground, delivering survivor-centred, contextually appropriate support. For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the hiring organization. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.