Project Officer (Gender and Protection) at Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI)

Job Summary:

• The Project Officer – Gender/Protection will ensure mainstreaming of gender and protection principles across all project activities, provide psychosocial support, and conduct awareness-raising campaigns on gender-based violence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct gender and protection assessments
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders and sectors for information sharing.
• Provide training on gender equality and GBV prevention.
• Support referrals and case management for survivors
• Lead awareness campaigns and community dialogues

Tasks:

• Develop IEC materials on gender/protection
• Train staff and community actors on safeguarding
• Conduct safety audits and recommend mitigation measures

Other duties/additional tasks

• Represent the project in gender/protection sector meetings
• Support M&E with gender-disaggregated data analysis
• Ensure compliance with donor guidelines and organizational policies.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, Sociology, Social Work, or other related fields.
• Specialized training in Gender/Protection is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and in a multicultural team environment.
• Proficiency in report writing and Microsoft Office tools.

Preferred Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of Gender and Protection Standards
• Experience working with conflict-affected populations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with referral pathways in Adamawa State