About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Analyst under a National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-8). Operating within the Area-Based Recovery Framework, the incumbent will support the design, implementation, coordination, and monitoring of MHPSS initiatives, focusing on strengthening community-based systems and services. Responsibilities include coordinating with local authorities, civil society organizations, and healthcare providers, developing project documentation, monitoring progress, and promoting an inclusive and gender-responsive workplace culture.
Salary and benefits
- 1-year contract duration with the possibility of extension
- Competitive remuneration package under the UN National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-8) framework
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Psychology, Mental Health, Public Health, Management, Social Sciences, or a related field with zero years of required professional work experience
- Alternatively, a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the aforementioned fields combined with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience at the national or international level in MHPSS, psychology, community-based programming, social services, or related areas
- Fluency in English and Ukrainian is required
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Educational certificates and transcripts
- Proof of relevant professional experience (if applying with a Bachelor's degree)
When to apply
- Applications open following the posting date of October 5, 2026
- Application deadline is October 20, 2026, at 03:59 UTC
How to apply
- Access the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud portal via the provided vacancy link
- Create or log into your candidate profile
- Complete the application form and submit your CV along with required documentation before the deadline
Additional information
- The position is based in Dnipro, Ukraine, with potential focus areas or duty station alignment across Dnipro, Kharkiv, or Mykolaiv
- UNDP maintains zero tolerance for sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority, and selected candidates will undergo relevant background checks
- UNDP does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Strong fit for professionals with a Master's degree in psychology, public health, or social sciences seeking to enter or advance within the UN system without prior work experience requirements
- Ideal for candidates experienced in community-based MHPSS programming, social services, or humanitarian crisis management in Ukraine
- Well-suited for bilingual professionals (English and Ukrainian) skilled in stakeholder coordination, project design, and capacity building
What should you think carefully about?
- The role involves operating in active recovery regions within Ukraine, which requires comfort with dynamic environments and field-level engagement
- Initial contract is fixed for 1 year, with extensions dependent on performance and ongoing project needs
- Candidates must hold the appropriate legal status or nationality to work nationally in Ukraine
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a strong pathway for early- to mid-career development within the United Nations, providing hands-on experience in crisis recovery, psychosocial support coordination, and international development frameworks.
Our take
Applicants with a background in mental health, social sciences, or community programming who meet the language and educational criteria should consider applying before the October 20, 2026 deadline.
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