Protection Officer at Taimako Community Development Initiative (TCDI)

Taimako Community Development Initiative (TCDI) is one of the frontline National Non-governmental organizations working in Bauchi, Borno and Yobe States with over a decade experience in providing humanitarian and development services in the North East Nigeria. It has partnered with numerous government agencies, National and International NGOs as well as UN Agencies in the design, planning, implementation, and supervision of programmes and activities aimed at improving the lives of rural and urban communities.

The organization has footprints across the focal states and has been engaging with communities through its network of field workers and volunteers. TCDI was established in 2008 and registered with the Federal Government of Nigeria under the Corporate Affairs Commission (C.A.C.), Abuja on 23rd May 2014 with registration number IT/69569 and other regulatory bodies in the focal states.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Protection Officer

Location: Damaturu, Yobe
Employment Type: Full-time

Details

• TCDI in consortium with Plan International is looking for a qualified candidate to be recruit under the NHF project. The project is a protection to be implemented in Jakusko and Bade LGAs

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of protection activities for girls and vulnerable young women:
• As a Protection Officer, you would take a proactive role in designing and implementing programs specifically tailored to address the protection needs of girls and vulnerable young women.
• Working closely with relevant stakeholders, including community leaders, government agencies, and NGOs, to develop holistic and culturally sensitive protection interventions that promote the safety, well-being, and empowerment of girls and young women.
• Conduct assessments to identify protection risks and vulnerabilities:
• Utilizing a participatory and rights-based approach, to conduct comprehensive assessments and identify the specific protection risks, vulnerabilities, and needs of girls and vulnerable young women within the target communities.
• Engage directly with beneficiaries through interviews, focus group discussions, and community consultations to gather qualitative and quantitative data on their experiences, concerns, and priorities.
• Develop and implement protection strategies and action plans:
• Consult with relevant stakeholders, to develop tailored protection strategies and action plans aimed at addressing the identified risks and vulnerabilities.
• Ensuring that protection interventions are integrated into broader development and humanitarian programs to maximize impact and sustainability.
• Provide direct support and assistance to beneficiaries:
• As a frontline practitioner, you would provide direct support and assistance to girls and vulnerable young women who are at risk of or have experienced violence, exploitation, or abuse.
• Providing individualized counseling, case management, legal assistance, shelter, medical care, or other forms of support based on their specific needs and circumstances.
• Empowering beneficiaries to exercise their rights, make informed decisions, and access available resources and services to mitigate risks and improve their safety and well-being.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of protection interventions:
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders and partners.

Position Requirements

• Degree in Psychology, Social Sciences, Public Health, or Nursing required.
• Two years and above experience in a similar position or related
• Proven experience in similar functions desirable.
• Experience in case management
• Flexible and willing to work in rural communities especially field-based
• Attended training on protection and is aware of GBV issues.
• Supervisory experience.
• Fluency in English, additional fluency in Hausa and Kanuri an advantage.

Application Closing Date
24th April, 2024.