Protection & Gender Field Assistant (Open to Nationals Only)

ReliefWeb

Admin & Office

Nigeria
Protection & Gender Field Assistant (Open to Nationals Only)
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Posted 16 Jul 2025 Closing date 21 Jul 2025
Job Purpose
This role involves engaging with vulnerable populations, facilitating protection and gender-sensitive activities, and ensuring adherence to organizational standards and policies. The assistant will work closely with partners, stakeholders, and community members to promote safety, dignity, and gender equality.
Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of protection and gender programming activities at the field level.
• Conduct community outreach and awareness campaigns on protection and gender issues.
• Identify and report protection concerns, vulnerabilities, and gender-specific needs among affected populations.
• Support the registration, referral, and follow-up processes for protection cases.
• Facilitate safe spaces and support services for women, children, and other vulnerable groups.
• Collect and maintain accurate data related to protection and gender activities, ensuring confidentiality.
• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and partner organizations to promote protection and gender equality.
• Support capacity-building activities for community members and local partners.
• Ensure activities adhere to organizational policies, protection standards, and gender-sensitive approaches.
• Assist in preparing reports, documentation, and case studies as required.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

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Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Gender Studies, Human Rights, or a related field.
• Previous experience working in protection, gender, or community development programs is preferred.
• Strong understanding of protection principles, gender equality, and human rights.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cultural sensitivity skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a challenging environment.
• Fluency in Kanuri and Hausa is an advantage.
Proficiency in MS ce Suite and data management.

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How to apply
Interested candidates should complete this Form and attach their CV with Cover Letter following this format “Surname_ Position you applied for”.
ONLY applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.
Application Deadline: apply not later than Monday, 21st July, 2025 at 1:00 PM.
INTERSOS is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. INTERSOS reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
INTERSOS has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote.
For more information about INTERSOS, go to https://www.intersos.org/en/what-we-do/nigeria/
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