Multiple vacancies at Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI) in Borno

Community Engagement/Mobilizer Officer At Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI)

Publication Date: 19th January 2026.

Background

Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI) is a women-led organization born out of passion for the wellbeing of Women and Children in Nigeria. It has a special interest in mitigating the suffering of the vulnerable persons (mostly Women & Children) in times of crisis. Currently the organization has focused its attention on the Northeast of Nigeria with special emphasis in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa states (BAY states) due to the decade old crises. COWACDI intervenes through community-based approach in addressing humanitarian and development needs since its establishment in 1998, these include in Protection, Peace Building, Housing Land & Property (HLP), Non- food Items (NFI), Livelihood, WASH, Nutrition, Livelihood, amongst others. These interventions have directly benefited thousands of children, women, men, girls and boys of all groups. Determined to expand her interventions to reach more vulnerable people in conflict affected regions. COWACDI operates with full respect to humanitarian laws, concrete policies and principles of international standard such as humanity, Do no harm, impartiality, neutrality, independency and accountability to affected population and zero Tolerance to Fraud and related activities.

Qualification:                BSc/HND
Experience:                  1 Year
Location:                      MMC and Jere LGAs, Borno State.
Job Field:                     Programs
Reports to:                   Head of Programmes Contractual Arrangement: Internal/External Contract Duration: 10 Months

Roles/Responsibilities

The Community Engagement Officer will lead inclusive, safe, and accountable community engagement processes to support the effective implementation of GBV, protection, and nutrition interventions. The role focuses on strengthening community ownership, meaningful participation of vulnerable groups, and two-way communication between communities and the project team, in line with humanitarian principles and safeguarding standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead community entry, engagement, and mobilization activities in project locations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, groups, and structures.
• Mobilize community members for programme activities, meetings, trainings, and campaigns.
• Ensure meaningful participation of women, youth, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups.
• Support establishment and strengthening of community-based groups and committees.
• Facilitate community sensitization sessions in line with project objectives and SBCC approaches.
• Support integration of accountability, protection, and gender mainstreaming in community engagement activities.
• Document community feedback, concerns, and lessons learned, and share with the programme team.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with community leaders, traditional authorities, women and youth groups, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Mobilize community members for programme activities, meetings, trainings, awareness campaigns, and dialogues.
• Ensure meaningful, safe, and inclusive participation of women, girls, boys, youth, persons with disabilities, and other at-risk or marginalized groups.
• Support the establishment, strengthening, and functionality of community-based groups, committees, and referral structures.

Tasks:

• Conduct regular field visits to support and monitor community engagement activities.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, dialogues, and sensitization sessions.
• Support beneficiary identification, registration, and verification processes.
• Support integration of gender equality, protection mainstreaming, GBV risk mitigation, safeguarding, and accountability to affected populations (AAP) across all community engagement activities.
• Promote conflict-sensitive approaches and Do No Harm principles in all interactions with communities.
• Coordinate with local authorities, LGAs, and traditional leaders for smooth implementation.
• Support collection of community-level data and feedback for reporting and learning.

Other tasks:

• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Programme Officer or Project Manager.
• Support conflict-sensitive approaches and do-no-harm principles in all community interactions.
• Assist in documenting success stories, case studies, and community engagement reports
• Support integration of gender equality, protection mainstreaming, GBV risk mitigation, safeguarding, and accountability to affected populations (AAP) across all community engagement activities.
• Promote conflict-sensitive approaches and Do No Harm principles in all interactions with communities.

Desirable Skills

• Strong community mobilization and facilitation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Experience working with diverse and vulnerable communities.
• Good reporting and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in challenging field environments.
• Fluency in English; Hausa and Kanuri are strong advantages.
• Strong commitment to gender equality, inclusion, and accountability to affected populations.
• Support integration of gender equality, protection mainstreaming, GBV risk mitigation, safeguarding, and accountability to affected populations (AAP) across all community engagement activities.
• Promote conflict-sensitive approaches and Do No Harm principles in all interactions with communities.

Eligibility Criteria

• Experience working in humanitarian or development programmes.
• Resident or willing to be based in Jere and MMC.
• Familiarity with community structures and COWACDI operational areas is an added advantage.
• Support integration of gender equality, protection mainstreaming, GBV risk mitigation, safeguarding, and accountability to affected populations (AAP) across all community engagement activities.
• Promote conflict-sensitive approaches and Do No Harm principles in all interactions with communities.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements

• Minimum of B.Sc./HND in Sociology, Community Development, Social Work, Development Studies, or related field.
• Graduate with at least one year of experience in community engagement or mobilization roles.
• Strong understanding of donor regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural settings.

Language required:

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Hausa and Native Language of the area would be an added advantage.

Position 2: psychosocial support (pss) officer

Roles/Responsibilities

The Psychosocial Support (PSS) Officer is responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising psychosocial support interventions for individuals and communities affected by violence, displacement, and other psychosocial stressors. The role ensures delivery of safe, ethical, and survivor centered PSS services through Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS) and community-based platforms, in line with GBV, protection, and MHPSS standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead community entry, engagement, and mobilization activities in project locations.
• Lead implementation of structured and non-structured psychosocial support activities for women, girls, adolescents, and other vulnerable groups.
• Provide individual and group PSS sessions, including basic emotional support, stress management, and resilience-building activities.
• Support integration of PSS across GBV and protection interventions, ensuring alignment with IASC MHPSS guidelines.
• Ensure PSS activities are culturally appropriate, inclusive, and conflict sensitive.

Tasks:

• Oversee and support PSS service delivery within Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS).
• Facilitate community-based PSS activities, including awareness sessions, dialogue, and outreach in project communities.
• Strengthen community coping mechanisms and social support networks through participatory approaches.
• Support safe referral pathways between WGSS, community structures, and specialized services.

Other tasks:

Case Support and Referrals

• Provide psychological first aid (PFA) and basic psychosocial care to individuals in distress, including GBV survivors, in line with survivor-centred principles.
• Identify cases requiring specialized mental health care and facilitate referrals to appropriate service providers.
• Ensure informed consent, confidentiality, and ethical case handling at all time

D.  Supervision, Capacity Building, and Quality Assurance

• Provide technical supervision, mentoring, and capacity building to PSS Assistants, facilitators, and community volunteers.
  • Support paralegals, WGSS facilitators, and outreach workers to apply basic PSS skills and safe referral practices.
  • Monitor quality of PSS interventions and ensure adherence to organizational and donor standards.

E.  Community Engagement, Awareness, and Dialogue

• Support or lead community awareness and dialogue sessions on psychosocial wellbeing, coping strategies, and stigma reduction.
  • Promote safe help-seeking behaviours and acceptance of psychosocial services within communities.
  • Engage men, women, youth, and community leaders to strengthen community ownership of PSS initiatives.

F. Monitoring, Documentation, and Reporting

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and non-identifying documentation of PSS activities and services.
  • Analyze psychosocial trends and emerging needs to inform programme adaptation.
  • Prepare timely activity reports, case summaries (non-identifying), success stories, and lessons learned.

G.  Coordination and Representation

• Coordinate with Protection, GBV, Health, and Nutrition teams to ensure integrated service delivery.
  • Participate in relevant coordination meetings, including MHPSS, Protection, and GBV sub-clusters, as required.
  • Liaise with government services, health facilities, and partner organizations to strengthen referral systems.

H.  Safeguarding and Do No Harm

• Ensure all PSS activities comply with safeguarding, child protection, and GBV risk mitigation standards.
  • Promote Do No Harm, confidentiality, and ethical engagement in all interventions.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Programme Manager or Protection/GBV Coordinator.

Desirable Skills

• Strong understanding of MHPSS and psychosocial support in humanitarian settings.
  • Ability to deliver individual and group PSS interventions using participatory approaches.
  • Strong facilitation, communication, and active listening skills.
  • Ability to supervise and mentor staff and community volunteers.
  • High ethical standards, emotional intelligence, and cultural sensitivity.
  • Commitment to survivor-centred approaches, gender equality, and accountability to affected populations.

Eligibility Criteria

• Experience working with WGSS, GBV survivors, or conflict-affected populations is highly desirable.
  • Training in Psychological First Aid (PFA) is required; additional MHPSS certifications are an asset.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements

• Minimum of B.Sc./HND in Sociology, Community Development, Social Work, Development Studies, or related field
  • Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Mental Health, or a related field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
  • At least two (2) years of relevant experience in psychosocial support, MHPSS, GBV, or protection programming.
  • Strong understanding of donor regulations.
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural settings.
  • Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Language required:

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Hausa and Native Language of the area would be an added advantage.

Position 3: 

Programme Associate Assistant At Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI)

Job Title:                      Programme Associate Assistant
Qualification:                BSc/HND
Experience:                  1 Year
Location:                      MMC and Jere LGAs, Borno State.
Job Field:                     Programmes Officer
Reports to:                   Head of Programmes
Contractual Arrangement: Internal/External
Contract Duration: 10 Months

Roles/Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day implementation of programme activities across project locations.
• Assist in coordination of field activities, trainings, and community engagements.
• Support beneficiary mobilization, registration, and follow-up across project interventions.
• Assist in data collection, entry, and maintenance of programme records and databases.
• Support preparation of activity plans, work schedules, and programme reports (weekly, monthly, and donor reports).
• Ensure integration of gender, protection, and inclusion principles in programme implementation.
• Coordinate with field staff, community leaders, and relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth programme delivery.
• Support documentation of lessons learned, success stories, and case studies.

Tasks:

• Participate in regular field monitoring visits and support supervision of activities.
• Support organization of meetings, trainings, and workshops at community and LGA levels.
• Assist in tracking programme indicators and outputs against project targets.
• Support coordination with partners, LGAs, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in identifying implementation challenges and reporting them to the Programme Officer.
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Other tasks:

• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Programme Officer or Project Manager.
• Support filing, documentation, and archiving of programme documents.
• Assist in logistics coordination for programme activities where required.

Desirable Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of humanitarian and development programming.
• Strong reporting and documentation abilities.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work under pressure and in field-based environments.
• Fluency in English; Hausa and Kanuri are added advantages.
• Team player with commitment to accountability, gender equality, and inclusion.

Eligibility Criteria

• Experience working with communities and local stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel and work across project locations.
• Familiarity with COWACDI’s operational areas is an added advantage.
• Must comply with COWACDI policies including PSEA and safeguarding.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements

• Minimum of B.Sc./HND in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Project Management, or related field.
• Graduate with at least one year of relevant experience in programme support or humanitarian work.
• Strong understanding of donor regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural settings.

Language required:

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Hausa and Native Language of the area would be an added advantage.

Position 4: Cfm/App Assistant 

Roles

The CFM/Accountability Assistant plays a pivotal role in overseeing and executing the Complain and Feedback Mechanism (CFM) activities within the project, alongside broader MEAL responsibilities. The role directly supports the MEAL Assistant and collaborates with the MEAL Supervisor to ensure timely, ethical, and effective handling of complaints, feedback, and accountability processes. The incumbent contributes to the development and

operationalization of the project’s MEAL system with a dedicated focus on CFM.

Responsibilities:

• To support the design, implementation, and monitoring of effective complaint handling and feedback processes.
• To promote accountability by ensuring timely, fair, and transparent responses to stakeholder concerns.
• To gather, analyze, and report on feedback data to inform improvements in programs, services, and operations.
• Assist in developing, updating, and communicating CFM policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, legal requirements, and donor/partner expectations.
• Support standardization of complaint intake, triage, investigation, resolution, and closure processes.
• Manage multiple complaint channels (phone, email, web form, in-person, social media) and log into a centralized system.
• Acknowledge receipt of complaints promptly and provide clear expectations on timelines.
• Conduct initial triage to categorize complaints by severity, risk, and scope; escalate as needed.
• Assist investigators or accountable teams with case coordination, documentation, and timelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards for sensitive information.
• Track progress, ensure timely follow-up with complainants, and verify resolutions.
• Promote a culture of accountability by ensuring actions are taken on credible complaints.
• Support root cause analysis to identify systemic issues and suggest preventive measures.
• Prepare reports for leadership, governance bodies, and relevant oversight entities.
• Collect, organize, and analyze CFM data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Generate dashboards and regular reports (monthly, quarterly) on key metrics (response time, resolution rate, satisfaction, recurrence).
• Maintain data quality and integrity, including anonymization where appropriate.
• Deliver or coordinate training for staff on complaint handling, accountability standards, and data privacy.
• Create user-friendly guides, FAQs, and knowledge resources for both staff and complainants.
• Identify potential safeguarding risks in complaint handling and escalate appropriately.
• Ensure compliant handling of sensitive information, especially for vulnerable populations.
• Conduct and document lessons learned from recurring issues to inform program design and policy updates.
• Support the dissemination of learning across teams to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain organized case files, notes, and attachments in accordance with retention schedules.
• Ensure version control and secure storage of records.

Other tasks:

Accountability:

• Utilize participatory approaches to identify beneficiary-preferred feedback mechanisms, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
• Design and implement robust Complaints and Feedback Systems to engage beneficiaries and stakeholders in providing input and addressing concerns.
• Establish channels for both downward and upward accountability, fostering transparency and responsiveness.
• Analyze and synthesize feedback collected from participants to inform strategic decision-making and program enhancements.
• Continuously assess and improve the effectiveness of the Complaints and Feedback Systems to enhance accountability and beneficiary satisfaction.

Learning:

• Plan, organize, and facilitate key program learning events to capture insights and promote continuous improvement.
• Ensure effective documentation of lessons learned and best practices from project activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to disseminate program learning outcomes and recommendations.
• Track and analyze the Issues Log register, addressing challenges and recommending solutions.
• Monitor and update the Risk Register, proactively identifying potential risks and assisting in mitigation strategies.
• Any other activities assigned by the Line manager.

Desirable Skills

• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Strong written and verbal communication, active listening, and empathy.
• Analytical thinking with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Proficiency with case management systems, CRM tools, data visualization (e.g., dashboards), and MS Office (especially Excel/Power BI or similar).
• Conflict resolution, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse communities.
• Data Management & Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Flexibility and Adaptability.
• Honesty, Integrity, and Ethical Conduct:

Eligibility Criteria

• Understanding of rights-based approaches, safeguarding principles, data protection and privacy laws, and ethical conduct in complaint handling.
• Strong analytical and data management skills.
• Excellent report writing and communication abilities.
• Understanding of project management and implementation.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak and understand the local language(s) is essential.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds.
• Basic understanding of child protection, gender, and social inclusion principles (an added advantage).

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in fields such as Development Studies, Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics, Public Health, or related disciplines.
• At least 2–3 years in complaint handling, program governance, monitoring and evaluation, customer service, or accountability roles. Experience in humanitarian, development, or public sector contexts is a plus.
• Strong understanding of donor regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural settings.
• Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Language required:

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Hausa and Native Language of the area would be an added advantage.

Position 6: MEAL Intern 

Roles

The MEAL Intern plays a pivotal role in overseeing and executing monitoring, evaluation, and Complaint and Feedback mechanism activities for the project. Directly Reporting to the MEAL Assistant with Indirect Report to the MEAL Supervisor, the MEAL Intern is responsible for implementing and managing MEAL strategies and contributing to the development and operationalization of the project’s MEAL system. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of MEAL concepts, qualitative and quantitative techniques, data analysis, reporting, and training.

Responsibilities:

• Support the M&E Staff in implementing Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities
• Assist in developing and using data collection tools such as Kobo Toolbox.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor project activities and gather feedback from beneficiaries.
• Support the design and use of monitoring checklists and reporting templates.
• Help track project indicators and ensure data quality and completeness.
• Support the Community Feedback Mechanism (CFM) by recording, categorizing, and reporting feedback and complaints.
• Work with programme teams to ensure timely follow-up and response to community feedback.
• Participate in baseline, midline, and endline surveys, and other assessments.
• Support learning and reflection sessions with project teams and communities.
• Promote the use of MEAL findings to improve project design and implementation.
• Ensure all data collection and sharing respect, confidentiality and ethical standards.

·         Work closely with field staff and partners to strengthen accountability and learning systems.

• Treat all beneficiaries with respect and dignity, and apply COWACDI’s PSEA, Code of Conduct, and Safeguarding policy.
• Communicate project goals and activities in a clear and culturally appropriate way.

·      Perform other related duties as assigned by the M&E Officer or Manager.

Tasks:

• Interpret Results Framework, MEAL Framework, and Indicator Performance Tracking Table (IPTT).
• Contribute to project design by determining activities, processes, outputs, outcomes, and impact.
• Collaborate with the MEAL staff to identify and detail key monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Work with the MEAL staff to develop appropriate reporting and planning tools that enhance program efficiency/effectiveness.
• facilitate the training of field staff in data gathering and compilation techniques.

Other tasks:

Data Management, Analysis, and Reporting:

• Proficiently manage electronic and manual data entry processes as well as the organization of data in Microsoft Excel.
• Manage project participants’ data ensuring compliance with all ethical standards and data protection policies.
• Conduct thorough quantitative analysis using intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including central tendency and measures of spread.
• Skillfully create narrative reports, utilize tables and graphs to create visually impressive dashboards, and provide data-driven insights to MACI management and stakeholders.
• Prepare and provide timely reports that meet donor’s information requirements. Data Quality Assessment
• Implement robust data quality assessment protocols for all data collection activities.
• Regularly monitor and verify data accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Collaborate with field staff to address data discrepancies and inconsistencies promptly.
• Develop and maintain data quality assurance plans to uphold high standards across projects.
• Provide recommendations and actions for improving data quality based on assessment findings. Accountability:
• Utilize participatory approaches to identify beneficiary-preferred feedback mechanisms, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
• Design and implement robust Complaints and Feedback Systems to engage beneficiaries and stakeholders in providing input and addressing concerns.
• Establish channels for both downward and upward accountability, fostering transparency and responsiveness.
• Analyze and synthesize feedback collected from participants to inform strategic decision-making and program enhancements.
• Continuously assess and improve the effectiveness of the Complaints and Feedback Systems to enhance accountability and beneficiary satisfaction.

Learning:

• Plan, organize, and facilitate key program learning events to capture insights and promote continuous improvement.
• Ensure effective documentation of lessons learned and best practices from project activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to disseminate program learning outcomes and recommendations.
• Track and analyze the Issues Log register, addressing challenges and recommending solutions.
• Monitor and update the Risk Register, proactively identifying potential risks and assisting in mitigation strategies.
• Any other activities assigned by the Line manager.

Desirable Skills

• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Data Management & Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Honesty, Integrity, and Ethical Conduct:

Eligibility Criteria

• Strong analytical and data management skills.
• Proficiency in M&E tools, software (e.g., Excel, SPSS, Tableau).
• Excellent report writing and communication abilities.
• Understanding of project management and implementation.
• Knowledge of statistical and qualitative analysis methods.
• Ability to develop and interpret indicators and surveys.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak and understand the local language(s) is essential.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds.
• Basic understanding of child protection, gender, and social inclusion principles (an added advantage).

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in fields such as Development Studies, Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics, Public Health, or related disciplines.
• At least 1 years of experience In Monitoring and Evaluation. (Additional certifications in M&E (like PMP, Logical Frameworks, or specific M&E courses) can boost skills and marketability.)
• Strong understanding of donor regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural settings.

Language required:

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Hausa and Native Language of the area would be an added advantage.

Position 7. Protection and GBV assistant 

Roles

The Protection & GBV Assistant supports the delivery of integrated protection and GBV prevention and response services through Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS) and community-based outreach. The role includes facilitating awareness and dialogue at community level and providing day-to-day supervision and technical support to paralegals and Gender Reporting Desk Officers, ensuring survivor-centered, accountable, and quality service delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Support implementation of protection and GBV prevention and response activities in WGSS and surrounding communities, in line with project objectives and organizational policies.
• Support daily operations of the Women and Girls Safe Space (WGSS), ensuring a safe, inclusive, confidential, and welcoming environment.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate GBV prevention, protection, life-skills, and psychosocial support sessions within WGSS.
• Identify protection and GBV risks, vulnerabilities, and trends affecting women, men, girls, and boys, including persons with disabilities.

Tasks:

• Conduct regular community awareness sessions and dialogue activities on protection, GBV prevention, rights, available services, and referral pathways.
• Engage community leaders, women and youth groups, men and boys, and other stakeholders to promote positive social norms and GBV prevention.
• Support conflict-sensitive and culturally appropriate messaging using SBCC approaches.
• Strengthening linkages between communities and WGSS services.
• Coordinate with local authorities, LGAs, and traditional leaders for smooth implementation.

Other tasks:

• Provide routine supervision, mentoring, and technical support to community-based paralegals and Gender Reporting Desk Officers.
• Support paralegals and desk officers to identify protection and GBV concerns and facilitate safe and ethical referrals.
• Monitor performance, activity implementation, and reporting of supervised staff and volunteers.
• Ensure adherence to survivor-centred principles, confidentiality, safeguarding, and ethical standards in all case-related work.

Survivor-Centred Support and Referrals

• Support safe identification of GBV survivors and individuals at risk, ensuring informed consent and confidentiality.
• Facilitate referrals to appropriate service providers using established protection and GBV referral pathways.
• Support follow-up on referrals, where appropriate, while respecting data protection protocols.

Accountability, Safeguarding, and Mainstreaming

• Support implementation of Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) mechanisms at WGSS and community levels.
• Promote protection mainstreaming, GBV risk mitigation, safeguarding, and Do No Harm principles across all activities.
• Ensure safe handling of feedback, complaints, and sensitive information.

Monitoring, Documentation, and Reporting

• Support routine data collection, attendance tracking, and activity reporting for WGSS and community-based activities.
• Compile reports from paralegals and Gender Reporting Desk Officers and submit consolidated updates to the Protection/GBV Officer.
• Assist in documenting protection and GBV trends, lessons learned, success stories, and case studies.

Coordination and Field Support

• Coordinate with community leaders, local authorities, service providers, and partners to support smooth implementation.
• Participate in assessments, monitoring visits, coordination meetings, and trainings as required.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Protection/GBV Officer, Programme Officer, or Project Manager.

Desirable Skills

• Good understanding of protection, GBV prevention and response, and WGSS programming.
• Demonstrated community facilitation and dialogue skills.
• Basic supervisory and mentoring skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong commitment to survivor-centred approaches, safeguarding, gender equality, and accountability.

Eligibility Criteria

• Experience supervising community volunteers, paralegals, or outreach workers is an added advantage.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Gender Studies, Development Studies, or a related field.
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience in protection, GBV, WGSS, community outreach, or humanitarian programming.
• Strong understanding of donor regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural settings.
• Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Language required:

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Hausa and Native Language of the area would be an added advantage.

Application Closing Date

22ndJanuary 2026.

Method of Application:

Interested and qualified candidates should kindly forward their Cover letter and CV in a single PDF format via an email to cowacdirecruitments@gmail.com stating the position and location of the position as the subject of their mail.

Additional Information

COWACDI is an equal –opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, etc. Kindly ensure that you can work in this location when applying.