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Protection Outreach Worker at Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) – Makurdi and Maiduguri
Jireh Doo Foundation is recruiting two full-time Protection Outreach Workers in Makurdi, Benue State, and Maiduguri, Borno State, to support community mobilisation, prevention of gender-based violence and access to protection services.
Protection and outreach duties
- Plan and deliver awareness sessions in camps, community centres and other outreach locations.
- Help communities understand violence against women and girls, support prevention strategies and facilitate focus groups.
- Engage men and boys in gender equality activities and support community volunteers with weekly programmes.
- Refer vulnerable women, girls and survivors of violence to available services.
- Support community VSLA groups and maintain a neutral, confidential and supportive programme environment.
- Keep timely activity reports and work under the GBV Protection Officer.
Requirements
- BSc or BA in Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Behavioural Sciences or a recognised equivalent.
- Two to three years’ experience with an NGO or community organisation and relevant protection or GBV activities.
- This is a female-only position; applicants must be available for nine to twelve months and willing to work in Borno or Benue.
- Experience in GBV response, community mobilisation, VSLA, displacement settings or referral services is useful.
- Good communication, facilitation, confidentiality, teamwork and basic computer skills.
- Fluency in English; Hausa or other relevant local languages is an asset.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in demanding field settings.
How to apply
Submit your application in English by email, using the position and the location you are applying for as the subject.
Required documents
- An application letter explaining your interest and how you meet the selection criteria.
- A concise, accurate CV including qualifications, relevant training and work experience, plus names and contact details of three referees.
Reference checks will assess PSEA (prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse), qualifications and job suitability. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The positions are subject to donor funding.
Closing date
10 November 2026
Email your application to apply4jdfjobs@gmail.com.
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About the employer
Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) is a women-led Nigerian non-governmental organisation registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission on 4 August 2008. Its mission concerns social justice, inclusive livelihoods, health, gender equality and humanitarian support.
JDF works in gender and humanitarian response, HIV and health, child development, research and information, and single-parent support. Its work in north-eastern Nigeria covers protection, WASH, nutrition, health, livelihoods and education.
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