National Mental Health Center Invites Public Servant Transfers

The National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) in South Korea has announced an open call for existing public servants wishing to transfer to its facility management team. This recruitment drive, issued on March 30, 2026, aims to attract talented individuals to bolster the center’s mission in promoting and managing national mental health initiatives.

This opportunity is specifically targeted at civil servants currently employed within the government’s "facility" job family, holding a Grade 9 position. For international readers, Grade 9 is typically an entry-level position within the highly structured Korean civil service system, while the "facility" category encompasses roles related to the management and maintenance of governmental buildings and infrastructure. The call for "transfers" signifies that eligible applicants must already be established government employees, seeking to move their current civil service appointment to the NCMH.

As a leading institution under the Ministry of Health and Welfare, the NCMH plays a critical role in safeguarding and enhancing the mental well-being of the Korean public. The center is actively seeking dedicated and competent professionals to contribute to its vital mission, which includes developing and delivering mental health services and maintaining its operational infrastructure.

Interested and eligible public servants must submit their applications between March 30 and April 10, 2026. While the specific application method was not detailed in the initial summary notice, comprehensive information regarding the application process, required documents, and precise eligibility criteria will be provided in the full official recruitment announcement (National Center for Mental Health Notice No. 2026-X). This full notice can typically be accessed via the NCMH’s official website or relevant government public recruitment portals.

Source: 보건복지부 — Original Article (Korean)