Protection Assistant

About the Role

Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Protection Assistant to join our humanitarian mission in Northeast Nigeria. Born out of a deep passion for the well-being of vulnerable women and children, our organization operates extensively in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) States, alleviating suffering caused by conflict and natural disasters. As a Protection Assistant, you will work directly on the ground to safeguard affected populations, uphold humanitarian principles, and contribute to meaningful community recovery and development initiatives.

• Support the implementation of protection activities and community-based initiatives in target locations across Northeast Nigeria.
• Engage directly with vulnerable communities, women, and children to identify protection risks and ensure timely assistance.
• Collaborate closely with internal humanitarian teams and local stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Assist in organizing community awareness sessions, sensitization campaigns, and capacity-building workshops.
• Maintain accurate records, prepare regular activity reports, and document beneficiary feedback to improve ongoing interventions.
• Ensure strict adherence to humanitarian principles, safeguarding policies, and accountability standards throughout all project phases.

• Minimum of an Ordinary National Diploma (OND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or Bachelor's Degree (BSc) in a relevant discipline.
• 1 to 2 years of relevant professional experience in the humanitarian or non-profit sector, preferably in Northeast Nigeria.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with the ability to engage diverse community groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure within multidisciplinary humanitarian teams.
• Unwavering commitment to humanitarian principles, child safeguarding, and community accountability.
• Familiarity with the local context, culture, and languages spoken in the BAY states is a distinct advantage.

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience within the Nigerian NGO sector.
• Opportunity to make a direct, life-changing impact on vulnerable populations in crisis-affected regions.
• Continuous professional development, mentoring, and training in humanitarian response and protection.
• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment dedicated to upholding human dignity and social welfare.

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