Program Assistant - Protection at Bincike International

Location: Mubi, Adamawa

Job Summary

• The Program Assistant for Protection will support the implementation of programs aimed at safeguarding the rights and well-being of vulnerable populations.
• This role involves working with communities to identify protection risks, provide assistance, and ensure that individuals, particularly women and children, are safe from harm, exploitation, and abuse.

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Assist in identifying and documenting protection concerns and referring cases to appropriate services.
• Community Awareness: Conduct awareness campaigns and workshops on protection issues, including gender-based violence (GBV) and child protection.
• Monitoring: Monitor the protection environment and report on trends and incidents affecting vulnerable people.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate and confidential records of protection-related activities and beneficiaries.
• Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of regular reports on protection activities and outcomes.
• Coordination: Liaise with other humanitarian organizations, government agencies, and community leaders to coordinate protection efforts.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Law, Psychology, or a related field.
• Proven working experience in Mubi is required.
• Experience in protection, social work, or a humanitarian field.
• Strong understanding of protection principles and international humanitarian law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and non-judgmental approach.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in local languages (e.g., Hausa, Fulfulde) is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.