Save the Children – Volunteer Opportunity: Field Assistants
Save the Children is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Field Assistants (Volunteers) in Damaturu LGA, Yobe State. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to our mission of improving the lives of children in crisis and ensuring their rights are realized.
Position: Field Assistants (Volunteers)
Location: Damaturu LGA, Yobe State (Specific communities listed below)
Role Summary:
The Field Assistants will support the MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) department in data-related activities, contributing to the effectiveness of our programs and ensuring community feedback is incorporated into our work.
Key Areas of Accountability:
• Gathering and responding to community feedback.
• Supporting Community Participation Assessment (CPA) and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) activities.
• Providing support to the SDC (Specific Program – please specify if known) program team during program activities.
• Supporting distribution and assessments.
• Filing and documentation of community feedback.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes:
Essential:
• SSCE (Senior Secondary School Certificate), Diploma, HND (Higher National Diploma), or NCE (Nigeria Certificate in Education) in any relevant field.
• NYSC (National Youth Service Corps) certificate.
• Previous experience in field data collection or similar roles in humanitarian or development projects.
• Familiarity with data collection tools such as Kobo Collect and CommCare.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact respectfully and effectively with community members.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to communicate in English, Hausa, and other relevant local languages in the area.
• Must be an indigene of Yobe State and a resident of the community applying for.
Commitment to Diversity:
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
About Save the Children:
Save the Children is a leading international organization dedicated to saving children and fighting for their rights. We work in over 60 countries to provide children with better healthcare, education, and protection.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their Resume, Cover Letter, Certificates, Indigene Certificate, and other forms of ID in a well-enclosed envelope stating clearly the name, position, and community applied for. Applications should be submitted to the following location:
Damaturu LGA:
Applicants from the following communities should submit their CVs at the Save the Children Yobe Field office, Damaturu, Yobe (Plot No. 62, Layout – YBTP/039/R/C Commissioner’s Quarters, Damaturu, Yobe State Nigeria):
Alimarami, Abujan Mai Mala, Pwari, Bukka Bakwai, Nasarawa, Kasaisa, Njolowa, Dungurum, Murfakalam, Kukareta, Summsuma, Furi, and Ngbarawa.
Job Opening Date: July 25th, 2025
Application Deadline: July 31st, 2025
