Assistant Psychologist at Mentally Aware Nigeria

Role Description

• This is a full-time, on-site role for an Assistant Psychologist based in Lagos State, Nigeria. The Assistant Psychologist will provide psychological support across MANI’s programs, working directly with service users, volunteers, and partner stakeholders. The role involves supporting assessments, delivering psychoeducation, co-facilitating interventions, and contributing to research, monitoring, and evaluation activities. The Assistant Psychologist will also assist in awareness campaigns and advocacy efforts to promote mental health and reduce stigma in the community.
• Due to our current team composition, we are particularly encouraging applications from male candidates to enhance gender balance while maintaining our commitment to equal opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of mental health services under the supervision of the Clinical Psychologist.
• Assist in crisis intervention and hotline response.
• Contribute to developing and implementing intervention strategies and resources.
• Provide guidance and supervision support to volunteers and counselling teams.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold professional ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• 1–2 years’ experience in mental health service delivery, counselling, or applied psychology.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required.