Protection Outreach Worker

Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) is a women-led National Non-Governmental Organisation registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) under the CAMA Act on 4th August 2008. For over 22 years, JDF has consistently responded to developmental and humanitarian needs across local communities in Nigeria. JDF works in five thematic areas: Gender and Humanitarian Response, HIV and Health, Child Development, Research and Information, and Single Parents. The humanitarian response programme in the North-East (BAY states) covers Protection (child protection, GBV, peacebuilding, climate change and Mines Action), WASH, Nutrition and Health, Food Security and Livelihood, and Education. Mission: Enhancing social justice through sustainable livelihoods, health, inclusive governance, gender equity, and emergency responses. Vision: A society where the vulnerable have access to social justice and sustainable livelihoods. We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Protection Outreach Worker Locations: Makurdi, Benue and Maiduguri, Borno

Employment Type: Full-time Duties and

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct awareness sessions for beneficiaries at the target camps, community centers, and outreach field level. Work to increase the communities’ understanding of violence against women and girls. Identify opportunities for awareness-raising in the communities of implementation. Organize focus group discussions on relevant protection information when needed. Engage men and boys on GBV prevention and promote gender equality, supporting them to develop their own strategies to prevent violence and create safer and healthier communities. Prepare and submit reports and documentation for activities in a timely manner and report directly to the GBV Protection Officer. Support Community Volunteers in developing and implementing weekly plans to prevent violence against women and girls in the communities. Provide referrals to vulnerable women, girls, and especially violence survivors to access services available in the community. Assist in the formation and facilitation of VSLA groups across implementing locations. Ensure that all program activities create a neutral and supportive environment for women and girls. Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the organization. Qualification and Experience Essential BSc/BA in Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Behavioural Sciences, or its recognized equivalent 2–3 years’ experience working with an NGO or CBO Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) | Job Role Profile 2–3 years' relevant experience in protection for women and girls/violence against women and girls Knowledge of the local languages is an advantage Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is an added advantage Female-only position Availability for a minimum period of 9–12 months Flexible and able to manage stress in field/outreach settings Willingness to work in Borno and/or Benue States Experience in the following areas is an asset: Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response Community mobilization and awareness raising VSLA / village savings and loan associations Working with IDPs, host communities or camp settings Referral pathways and case management support; engaging men and boys in gender equality programming Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Good interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills for community engagement and case work Ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive issues or projects and use judgement to execute duties and responsibilities Sensitive to cultural differences and an understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding gender-based violence, protection and assistance to vulnerable populations Basic computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office products, email and the internet for reporting Fluency in English (written and spoken); knowledge of Hausa and/or other local languages spoken in Borno and Benue is a strong asset Knowledge of protection and GBV principles and minimum standards Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under pressure in humanitarian settings