Protection & Gender Field Assistant at INTERSOS

JOB PURPOSE

This role involves engaging with vulnerable populations, facilitating protection and gender-sensitive activities, and ensuring adherence to organizational standards and policies. The assistant will work closely with partners, stakeholders, and community members to promote safety, dignity, and gender equality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the implementation of protection and gender programming activities at the field level.
• Conduct community outreach and awareness campaigns on protection and gender issues.
• Identify and report protection concerns, vulnerabilities, and gender-specific needs among affected populations.
• Support the registration, referral, and follow-up processes for protection cases.
• Facilitate safe spaces and support services for women, children, and other vulnerable groups.
• Collect and maintain accurate data related to protection and gender activities, ensuring confidentiality.
• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and partner organizations to promote protection and gender equality.
• Support capacity-building activities for community members and local partners.
• Ensure activities adhere to organizational policies, protection standards, and gender-sensitive approaches.
• Assist in preparing reports, documentation, and case studies as required.

Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Gender Studies, Human Rights, or a related field.
• Previous experience working in protection, gender, or community development programs is preferred.
• Strong understanding of protection principles, gender equality, and human rights.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cultural sensitivity skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a challenging environment.
• Fluency in Kanuri and Hausa is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data management.