• Application Deadline: Mon, 8 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Protection Officer (GBV & CP)


• Job Type Contract


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 - 5 years


• Location Borno


• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit 
  

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State

Reporting to: Protection Coordinator, GOALPrime Organization

Duration: 10 Months

Job Summary:

The Protection Officer (GBV & CP) is responsible for implementing and managing gender-based violence prevention, child protection activities, and other response activities within GOALPrime’s programs. The role involves working closely with survivors, children, families, communities, and stakeholders to provide support, raise awareness, and ensure the effective delivery of GBV services.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Implementation

• Implement child protection (CP) and gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response activities in accordance with project plans, organizational policies, and donor requirements.


• Provide case management services to vulnerable children and GBV survivors, including assessment, planning, referral, and follow-up.


• Facilitate access to appropriate services such as health care, psychosocial support, legal assistance, and safe housing for children and GBV survivors.


• Community Engagement and Awareness:


• Conduct community outreach and sensitization sessions to raise awareness about CP and GBV issues, promote child rights, and gender equality


• Develop and distribute informational materials on CP, child rights, and GBV prevention and response.


• Engage with community leaders, parents, children, and groups to foster a protective and supportive environment and prevent CP and GBV issues.

Capacity Building:

• Provide training and support to staff, volunteers, and partners on CP and GBV principles, policies, practices, prevention, and response.


• Build the capacity of community members and stakeholders to recognize, prevent, and respond to CP and GBV issues.


• Develop training materials and tools to support capacity-building efforts.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor CP and GBV activities to ensure they are implemented effectively and meet quality standards.


• Collect and analyze data on CP cases, GBV incidents, and program outcomes to inform program planning and improvement.


• Prepare regular reports on CP and GBV activities, challenges, and achievements for internal and external stakeholders.

Coordination and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other NGOs, government agencies, and stakeholders to coordinate CP and GBV activities and referrals.


• Participate in coordination meetings and forums to share information and promote best practices in CP and GBV response.


• Advocate for the needs and rights of children and GBV survivors at local, national, and international levels.

Compliance and Ethics:

• Ensure all CP and GBV activities are conducted in compliance with organizational policies, donor regulations, and ethical standards.


• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the rights and dignity of children, GBV survivors, and their families.


• Identify and mitigate potential risks related to CP and GBV programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Gender Studies, Psychology, Child Development, or a related field.


• At least 3 years of experience in child protection programming, GBV programming, case management, or a related area, preferably in a humanitarian or development context.


• Strong knowledge of child protection principles, policies, and practices.


• Experience in providing psychosocial support and case management services to children and families.


• Proficiency in data collection and analysis tools.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.


• The ability to speak the local language (Hausa and/or Kanuri) is an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Strong commitment to child rights and child protection.


• Strong commitment to gender equality and women’s rights.


• Sensitivity to cultural and gender issues.


• Sensitivity to cultural and gender issues.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.


• Flexibility and adaptability to changing project needs and priorities.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional development and capacity building.


• A supportive and dynamic work environment.


• Contributing to the protection and well-being of children.

Salary and conditions: In accordance with GPON Terms of Employment. The income will be subject to statutory deductions as per applicable Nigerian laws. The employee is responsible for the tax returns.