Engaging Men Through Accountable Practice (EMAP) Assistant at Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI) - MY NGO JOBS

ENGAGING MEN THROUGH ACCOUNTABLE PRACTICE (EMAP) ASSISTANT

The Opportunity: Transforming Masculinities for Peace and Gender Equity

In regions marked by conflict and vulnerability, challenging harmful gender norms and promoting positive masculinity among men is a critical driver for sustainable social cohesion and gender-based violence (GBV) prevention. This EMAP Assistant role is vital because it involves direct, structured dialogue with male community members, serving as a powerful catalyst for behavioral change and accountability. By fostering respectful relationships and supporting women’s empowerment at the household level, this position is a cornerstone of COOPI’s strategy to build resilient and peaceful communities in Yobe State.

Job Summary

Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) and KFW, is seeking a skilled EMAP Assistant to implement the Engaging Men through Accountable Practice (EMAP) methodology in Potiskum, Yobe. The successful candidate will facilitate structured, gender-transformative sessions and dialogues with male and female participants, promoting positive masculinity, respectful behaviors, and integrating these approaches into broader social cohesion and peacebuilding initiatives.

What Skills Are Needed: Core Gender Transformation and Group Facilitation

Competency	Description
EMAP/Structured Dialogue	Minimum of 2 years of proven experience facilitating gender-transformative programs (EMAP model or similar structured behavioral change approaches) in GBV prevention or peacebuilding contexts.
Group Management	Strong facilitation and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build trust, manage complex group dynamics, and lead guided, reflective dialogue on sensitive topics with male community members.
Gender & Protection	Comprehensive understanding of gender equality, GBV prevention frameworks, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI), and core protection principles in humanitarian settings.
Community Mobilization	Experience collaborating effectively with community-based structures (e.g., Local Peace Committees, youth groups, religious leaders) to mobilize and register participants.
Language Adaptability	Fluency in English and essential local languages (Hausa, Kanuri), with the ability to adapt complex messaging to be culturally appropriate and locally relevant.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

The EMAP Assistant will be responsible for the sensitive and structured delivery of the EMAP curriculum and its integration into the WFP-funded resilience project.

1. EMAP Session Implementation and Fidelity

Curriculum Delivery: Facilitate structured EMAP sessions with both male and female participants, ensuring strict adherence to the proprietary EMAP curriculum and methodology to achieve desired learning outcomes.
Participant Mobilization: Collaborate closely with local peace committees (LPCs), religious leaders, and protection staff to sensitively identify and register male participants for the structured sessions.
Dialogue Promotion: Lead group dialogues focused on promoting positive masculinity, respectful behaviors, support for women and girls, and challenging harmful, entrenched gender norms through guided reflection.

2. Integration and Capacity Building

Cross-Sectoral Integration: Work closely with the peacebuilding team to seamlessly integrate EMAP dialogues and principles into broader social cohesion interventions, including joint mediation and community dialogue forums.
Sensitization: Support the delivery of training and sensitization sessions on EMAP, gender equality, GESI, and GBV prevention for schools, local government stakeholders, and the wider community.
Awareness Campaigns: Contribute to the planning and execution of awareness-raising campaigns, including cultural and edutainment events, aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence and gender equity.

3. Monitoring, Documentation, and Accountability

Data Collection: Participate actively in the monitoring and evaluation of EMAP activities, including accurate tracking of session attendance, collecting feedback, and observing behavioral changes in the community.
Documentation: Contribute to the systematic documentation of success stories, case studies, challenges, and lessons learned to inform program adaptation and improvement.
Commitment to Principles: Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and accountability in all interactions, ensuring the safety and dignity of all participants.

Professional Qualifications and Experience

Education

Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Gender Studies, Peacebuilding, or a related social science field.

Experience

A minimum of two (2) years of experience facilitating structured male engagement or gender-transformative programming, with a focus on GBV prevention or peacebuilding.
Demonstrated knowledge and practical application experience with the EMAP model or a similar recognized structured behavioral change approach.
Experience working with community-based structures and local authorities in the North-East Nigeria context.

Skills & Attributes

Strong interpersonal and advanced facilitation skills for engaging sensitive community dialogues.
Proven ability to build trust and manage complex group dynamics effectively.
Strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and accountability principles.
Fluency in English and essential local languages (Hausa, Kanuri) is required.

Benefits of Applying

COOPI offers a stimulating environment focused on humanitarian impact and principled action:

Competitive Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the specific technical expertise required for this specialized behavior change role in Yobe State.
Technical Specialization: Opportunity to deepen expertise in a globally recognized, evidence-based gender-transformative methodology (EMAP).
High-Level Partnership: Work on a vital resilience and social cohesion project in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) and KFW.
Direct Behavioral Impact: Direct involvement in programming that creates measurable shifts in gender norms and reduces violence within the community.

About the Organization (Cooperazione Internazionale – COOPI)

Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI) is an Italian humanitarian non-governmental organization founded in Milan in 1965, with a foundational mission to break the cycle of poverty and respond to specific emergencies globally. For six decades, COOPI has maintained a constant presence in the field, delivering long-term support across numerous sectors, including Food Security, Health, Water and Sanitation, and Disaster Risk Reduction. Currently operating in Yobe and Sokoto States, COOPI’s work is driven by a deep commitment to empowering the world’s most vulnerable populations to overcome their exposure to wars, civil conflicts, and natural disasters.

Application Details

Detail	Information
Location	Potiskum, Yobe State, Nigeria
Employment Type	Full-Time Contract
Salary Expectation	Competitive
Application Closing Date	24th December, 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, including a detailed CV and a cover letter detailing their specific experience in facilitating the EMAP model or similar gender-transformative dialogue programs, via the designated online application link.

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Tips for Applicants

Prioritize EMAP/Methodology: In your cover letter, dedicate a paragraph to explaining your specific familiarity and experience with the EMAP curriculum or a comparable structured male engagement approach, citing where you used it.
Highlight Soft Skills: Provide an example of how you successfully managed resistance or built trust with male participants on sensitive topics such as power dynamics or traditional roles.
Demonstrate Integration: Mention any experience you have in connecting gender-focused programming with other sectors, such as peacebuilding or livelihoods, to show an understanding of holistic community interventions.