Basotho Enterprises Development Corporation: Mental Health Consultant
Job Title: Mental Health Consultant
Organization: Basotho Enterprises Development Corporation (BEDCO)
Location: Lesotho
Closing Date: 16 May 2025 at 17:00hrs
Contract Type: Consultancy
Overview:
BEDCO seeks to engage a qualified Mental Health Consultant as part of its Business Development Service Providers (BDSPs) initiative. The consultant will play a key role in supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners with mental health awareness, stress management, and wellness strategies to improve productivity and personal resilience in the business environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide mental health education and wellness support to BEDCO-supported entrepreneurs and staff
- Design and deliver training on stress management, work-life balance, and emotional well-being
- Conduct one-on-one or group counselling sessions when required
- Develop workplace mental health and wellness policies for SMEs
- Promote awareness of mental health issues in the entrepreneurial sector
- Create tools and resources that encourage a mentally healthy business culture
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health, or a related field
- Registration with a recognized professional body or council is strongly recommended
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in mental health counselling or wellness consultancy
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities, especially within the SME sector
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to create safe, inclusive, and supportive environments