Opportunity For Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Officer at CENSCOPE in Adamawa, Borno and Yobe

Adamawa Borno Yobe

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced GBV Officer to support the implementation of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response activities.

The role focuses on ensuring survivors have access to safe, confidential, and quality services while strengthening community-based GBV prevention mechanisms.

Job Title: Gender-Based Violence (GBV)

Locations: MMC & Jere – Borno, Madagali, Adamawa and Fune – Yobe
Employment Type: Full-time

Experience and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Gender Studies, Law, Social Sciences, or any related field
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in GBV programming or protection work
  • Experience in case management and working with survivors of violence
  • Experience in humanitarian or conflict-affected settings is an advantage
  • Proven work experience in the implementation of disability inclusion programming

Key Responsibilities

  • Support delivery of GBV case management and survivor-centered services
  • Ensure safe, confidential, and ethical handling of GBV disclosures
  • Facilitate referrals to health, MHPSS, legal, and other support services
  • Conduct community awareness sessions on GBV prevention, women’s rights, and available services
  • Support establishment of women- and girl-friendly safe spaces
  • Monitor GBV risks and trends within communities
  • Maintain accurate and confidential case documentation
  • Support capacity building of community volunteers and stakeholders on GBV issues
  • Ensure adherence to GBV guiding principles (safety, confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination)
  • Contribute to activity tracking, reporting, and coordination meetings
  • Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

Application Closing Date
5th Februrary, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail

Note

  • Applicants are encouraged to apply both via the application link and by email. Applications submitted only through the email address, without completing the application link, may not be considered.
  • CENSCOPE operates in an equal opportunity environment and has policies that actively encourages inclusion and diversity,
  • CENSCOPE has zero tolerance for Sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment
  • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the organization reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • Female candidates are encouraged to apply
  • CENSCOPE does not charge any fee to facilitate any recruitment process.