Regional Psychosocial Support Initiative (REPSSI) is Seeking a Chief Executive Officer in South Africa
The Regional Psychosocial Support Initiative (REPSSI) is recruiting a new Chief Executive Officer to be based in Randburg, South Africa. The organization focuses on improving mental health and psychosocial wellbeing for vulnerable populations across 13 African countries.
Why it matters
As a major pan-African organization, the leadership of REPSSI is critical for advancing mental health support strategies in regions affected by HIV, conflict, and climate change.
Location: Randburg, South AfricaContract: Five years, subject to donor funding and performance
About REPSSI
The Regional Psychosocial Support Initiative (REPSSI) is a leading pan-African organisation dedicated to improving the mental health and psychosocial wellbeing of children, young people, families and communities across East and Southern Africa. For more than 20 years, REPSSI has partnered with governments, non-governmental organisations and community stakeholders to strengthen access to holistic psychosocial care and support.
Operating in 13 African countries, the organisation addresses the psychosocial effects of HIV and AIDS, conflict, poverty, climate change, environmental disasters and social challenges. Its work promotes resilience, inclusion and improved wellbeing among vulnerable populations.
REPSSI’s 2026–2030 strategy focuses on expanding impact, strengthening partnerships and positioning mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) as a critical component of sustainable development across the region.
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