Protection Outreach Worker

NGO JOB ALERT: PROTECTION OUTREACH WORKER (2 OPENINGS)

Organisation: Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF)

Locations: Makurdi, Benue State and Maiduguri, Borno State

Employment Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 10 November 2026

Jireh Doo Foundation, a women-led national NGO, is recruiting two female Protection Outreach Workers to support its humanitarian protection programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct protection awareness sessions in camps, community centres and outreach locations.
• Raise community awareness on violence against women and girls.
• Engage men and boys in GBV prevention and gender equality activities.
• Organise focus group discussions and community mobilisation activities.
• Support community volunteers with weekly prevention plans.
• Identify vulnerable women and girls and facilitate referrals to available services.
• Support the formation and facilitation of Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) groups.
• Maintain activity records and submit timely reports to the GBV Protection Officer.
• Promote safe, neutral and supportive environments for women and girls.

Requirements

• BSc/BA in Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Behavioural Sciences or a related field.

• 2–3 years’ experience working with an NGO or CBO.

• 2–3 years’ relevant experience in protection, particularly GBV prevention and response.

• Experience in community mobilisation, awareness raising, referrals, or working with IDPs is an advantage.

• Knowledge of VSLA programming and engagement with men and boys is an added advantage.

• Good communication, facilitation, reporting and interpersonal skills.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and email.

• Fluency in English; knowledge of Hausa or other local languages is an advantage.

• Must be female and available for at least 9–12 months.

• Willingness to work in Benue and/or Borno State and operate in field settings.

• other positions: Protection Case worker