Job Title: Protection Case Worker
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide survivor-centred case management services including needs assessment, case plans, follow-up, referrals and counselling.
- Develop and implement individual case plans for women in case management.
- Identify special needs of women and girls and liaise with the Protection Officer to meet these needs.
- Ensure that survivor-centred approach guiding principles are maintained and enforced while working with women and girls.
- Adhere to strict data protection and information sharing protocols.
- Responsible for the overall management of the safe spaces and activities for women and girls.
- Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of artisans providing skills training for women and girls.
- Contribute to a positive team environment.
- Submit monthly case management reports for review and approval.
- Practice self-care.
- Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the organization.
Qualification and Experience Essential
- BSc/BA in Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Behavioural Sciences or its recognized equivalent
- 2–3 years’ experience of work with an NGO or CBO Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) | Job Role Profile
- 2–3 years relevant experience in protection for women and girls / violence against women and girls
- Knowledge of the local languages is an advantage
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is an added advantage
- Female only position
- Availability for a minimum period of 9–12 months
- Flexible and able to manage stress in field/outreach settings
- Willingness to work in Borno and/or Benue States Experience in the following areas is an asset:
- Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response
- Survivor-centred case management
- Working with IDPs, host communities or camp settings
- Referral pathways and case management support
- Safe space management and activities for women and girls
- Skills training / livelihood support for survivors
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Good interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills for community engagement and case work
- Ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive issues or projects and use judgement to execute duties and responsibilities
- Sensitive to cultural differences and an understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding gender-based violence, protection and assistance to vulnerable populations
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office products, email and the internet for reporting
- Fluency in English (written and spoken); knowledge of Hausa and/or other local languages spoken in Borno and Benue is a strong asset
- Knowledge of protection and GBV principles and minimum standards
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under pressure in humanitarian settings.
Application Closing Date
10th November, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to: apply4jdfjobs@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note
Applications should be in English and include the following:
- An application/motivation letter in which you explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria.
- Concise and accurate CV. The CV should include information about your qualifications, relevant training courses, Work experience, name and contact details of three (3) relevant references.
- Kindly state the position for which you are applying as subject of your application.
- We thank applicants for their interest in the position; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Candidates applying for the above position must note that Reference checks will be conducted, especially on PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) and job qualification/suitability. This position is subject to donor funding