Protection Officer at Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa)
Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) is a Non-governmental, Non-for profit humanitarian/Developmental organization which started in 2014. We deliver assistance and protection to affected populations before, during and after crisis situations.
LOCATIONS TO COVER: Shinkafi, Maradun, and Gusau LGAs, Zamfara State
DURATION: October 2024 – November 2025
REPORTING TO: Head of Programs.
ORGANIZATION: GHIV Africa (Implementing Partner with UNICEF Protection Project)
JOB SUMMARY
GHIV Africa seeks a Protection Officer to support the UNICEF-funded project aimed at ending child marriage. The Protection Officer will ensure effective implementation of protection activities, community engagement, and capacity building.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct sensitization and awareness creation in communities on child protection issues and the negative impact of early marriages.
Facilitate workshops with government stakeholders, traditional leaders, religious leaders, and other relevant stakeholders.
Establish and manage safe spaces for adolescent girls.
Provide training on life skills, Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) knowledge, and services.
Offer comprehensive case management services, including counseling and referrals.
Register adolescents on the Child Protection Information Management System (CPIMS) data platform.
Collaborate with vocational training providers to deliver entrepreneurship skills training.
Distribute startup kits for income-generating activities to adolescent girls.
Assign to any other related duties.
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