Gender, Protection and AAP Officer at Damnaish Human Capacity Building Initiative (DHCBI)

Damnaish Human Capacity Building Initiative (DHCBI) is a Humanitarian Non-Governmental Organization, founded in 2014 and incorporated with the Nigerian Government (Corporate Affairs Commission) in 2015 (CAC/IT/No 83231) to provide humanitarian assistance, in terms of emergency and Capacity building, social development and empowerment to eradicate poverty and the fear of want. It has, since its inception, been strategizing, collaborating, and interfacing with relevant stakeholders toward enhancing the individual’s ability to break free from poverty or bounce back in times of crisis.

Our society has, over the years, been bedevilled by insecurity, poverty, illiteracy, disease, hunger, malnutrition, lack of access to clean water, bad sanitation, human rights abuses, environmental degradation, as well as a lack of economic opportunities, making it possible for the humanitarian crisis to thrive. DHCBI, therefore, has tailored its humanitarian services to building or restoring the capacity of individuals and communities towards rapid and quick recovery by supporting livelihoods and sustainable basic services through some articulated programs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Gender, Protection and AAP Officer

Location: Konduga LGA, Borno
Job Type: Contract
Duration: October to December 2025 with subject to extension based on performance

Purpose of the Assignment

• The Officer is responsible for leading protection monitoring and accountability processes, integrating gender and protection principles, and ensuring community voices—especially those of women, girls, and other marginalized groups—are reflected in project design, implementation, and adaptation.
• The role promotes safe participation, equitable access to services, and strengthened gender-based violence (GBV) referral pathways.

Scope of Work and Responsibilities
Protection Monitoring and Reporting:

• Conduct protection monitoring using gender-sensitive tools to assess risks for different population groups (men, women, boys, girls, persons with disabilities, etc.).
• Identify and analyse protection trends—including those related to GBV, exploitation, and harmful social norms.
• Facilitate gender-segregated FGDs and interviews to understand gendered protection risks and community dynamics.
• Document and escalate protection concerns in line with confidentiality and survivor-centred approaches.

Community Feedback and Accountability:

• Oversee inclusive Community Feedback Mechanisms (CFM) that ensure women, girls, and marginalized groups have equal access and confidence to report concerns.
• Promote AAP principles through inclusive consultations, ensuring that programming reflects the views and needs of women and men equally.
• Integrate feedback from diverse community groups into program design and service adaptation.

Gender Equality and Inclusion:

• Promote gender equality in all project activities and work closely with gender focal persons or gender-sensitive partners where applicable.
• Identify and document gender-related and conflict-sensitive issues within target communities, propose and support the implementation of context-appropriate solutions.
• Support mainstreaming of gender-responsive messaging and IEC materials in sensitization and awareness activities.
• Coordinate referrals for GBV survivors in accordance with the GBV referral pathway and protection protocols.
• Conduct service mapping across Konduga LGA to facilitate referrals and coordination.
• Contribute to gender analysis and support gender-disaggregated data collection and reporting.
• Design and facilitate community dialogues, sensitization campaigns, and training sessions focused on Gender equality and women’s empowerment in social cohesion, conflict resolution, and peaceful coexistence. 
• Build and strengthen women’s advocacy and leadership capacities in conflict management and peacebuilding processes.
• Support women’s active participation in community decision-making and mediation efforts.
• Strengthen and support established community structures, local leaders, and institutions to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment.
• Facilitate peer learning and exchange across communities and implementing partners.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Compile and analyze gender-disaggregated data to inform protection trends and program adaptations.
• Map service providers with attention to gender-focused services and identify service gaps for vulnerable groups.
• Submit timely and analytical reports with gender-sensitive recommendations and observations.
• Document and disseminate good practices, lessons learned, and success stories from gender and protection interventions.

Stakeholder Engagement and Representation:

• Represent CP at protection and gender coordination meetings at the LGA level and support cross-sectoral collaboration.
• Collaborate with women-led organizations and community-based structures to strengthen local protection networks.
• Advocate for gender-responsive programming with local authorities, partners, and other stakeholders.

Field Coordination and Support:

• Provide gender-sensitive guidance and technical support to field staff and volunteers during monitoring and engagement activities.
• Ensure that all project activities uphold principles of do no harm, gender sensitivity, non-discrimination, and confidentiality.
• Organize and lead sensitization sessions and training for staff and community members on gender equality, PSEA, and protection principles.

Expected Deliverables:

• Monthly protection monitoring reports with gender-disaggregated data and analysis.
• Gender-responsive service mapping and referral tracking updates.
• Documented FGDs, community meetings, and outreach activities with participation breakdown by gender and age.
• Reports on GBV referrals, challenges, and recommendations (without compromising confidentiality).
• Updates on AAP and CFM trends with gendered analysis and follow-up actions.
• Documentation and reports on gender transformations in targeted communities 

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: University Degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Law, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years working in protection or gender in humanitarian settings.
• Experience with gender-responsive programming or GBV case management/referrals is an asset.
• Previous work with displaced or marginalized populations is preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of gender and protection principles, including survivor-centred and intersectional approaches.
• Experience in data collection and analysis with a gender lens.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills across diverse populations.
• Strong knowledge of GBV referral pathways and community-based protection strategies.
• Fluency in Hausa and Kanuri languages; working knowledge of English (spoken and written).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and digital data tools

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

• DHCBI actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within DHCBI and amongst beneficiaries.

Application Closing Date
13th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter as one (1) PDF document to: recruitment@dhcbi.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Please note that DHCBI will not request for any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process.
• DHCBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DHCBI considers all applicants on the basis of merit without prejudice to race, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, colour, national origin, marital status, or veteran status.
• We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence.