LGA Coordinator at Society for Women Development & Empowerment of Nigeria (SWODEN)

Society for Women Development & Empowerment of Nigeria (SWODEN) is a non-discriminatory and not-for-profit Non-governmental organization. The organization was established in 1995 and registered with Corporate Affairs Commission to address current challenges faced by women and youth in accessing basic information and services at the community level that affects their development and also participation in policy development at both micro and macro level. Activities are drawn from their felt needs through grassroots participation and mobilization and use of community structures to ensure sustainability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: LGA Coordinator

Location: Kurfi or Mashi LGAs, Katsina
Job type: Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the implementation of project activities at LGA level in line with the project workplan and objectives.
• Ensure the timely delivery of life-saving services including case management, psychosocial support, referrals to medical and legal services, and provision of dignity kits.
• Support the establishment and management of Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS) in both LGAs.
• Organize and facilitate community awareness sessions and dialogues focused on preventing and responding to SGBV.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the project team and local authorities, traditional leaders, service providers, and civil society organizations.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Gender Studies, Psychology, Public Health, Development Studies, or related field. A master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in humanitarian or development contexts, preferably with a focus on GBV or protection programming.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating activities in conflict-affected or rural communities.
• Experience working with survivors of sexual violence and knowledge of survivor-centred approaches.
• Familiarity with Katsina State, especially Kurfi or Mashi LGAs, is highly desirable.

Other Requirements:

• Nigerian citizenship or valid work permit.
• Strong commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confiden ality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Team player with excellent communication and management skills.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) to: info@swoden.org and copy swodenkatsina16@gmail.com using the Job Title - SWODEN Contract Recruitment 2025 as the subject of the email (E.g., "LGA Coordinator – SWODEN Contract Recruitment 2025").
Or
Send hard copies of their Applications to:
SWODEN Office,
Plot 112, Opposite Access Bank Tashan Mangwaro,
Kofar Kaura,
Katsina State.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.