GBV & Protection Assistant (Volunteer) at Gidauniya Aid Empowerment Foundation Initiative (GAEFI) - 6 Openings

Gidauniya Aid Empowerment Foundation Initiative (GAEFI) is a registered, non-profit, non-political, and non-religious humanitarian and development organization dedicated to transforming lives, fostering peace, and building resilience among vulnerable communities in Nigeria, with a special focus on Northeast and Northwest Nigeria. Our work is anchored on the belief that every individual regardless of background, gender, or circumstance deserves equal access to education, healthcare, economic opportunities, and a safe, peaceful environment to thrive. The organization began its work in Borno and Yobe State delivering interventions across key sectors including health, nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), protection, education, and food security and livelihoods. From inception, GAEFI has prioritized transparency, community ownership, and program quality.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: GBV & Protection Assistant (Volunteer)

Locations: Adamawa, Borno, Katsina, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara

Position Summary

• The GBV & Protection Assistant (Volunteer) will support the implementation of community-based GBV and protection activities aimed at promoting safety, dignity, and access to services for vulnerable populations (women and girls).
• The volunteer will assist in awareness-raising, case follow-up, data collection, and community engagement under the supervision of the Protection Officer or GBV & Protection Project Manager.
• This volunteer role is ideal for individuals passionate about human rights, social justice, and community protection work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of community protection and awareness activities on gender-based violence (GBV), child protection, and safeguarding.
• Conduct outreach and sensitization sessions on protection rights, referral pathways, and available support services.
• Assist in identifying and referring vulnerable individuals to appropriate service providers (health, psychosocial, legal, or livelihood support).
• Help facilitate focus group discussions (FGDs) and community feedback sessions on protection concerns.
• Support the creation and strengthening of community-based protection groups and child protection committees.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation of protection-related cases and referrals.
• Collect and compile data from protection activities for reporting and analysis.
• Participate in coordination meetings, trainings, and workshops as assigned.
• Promote gender inclusion, non-discrimination, and respect for diversity in all activities.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor to support protection and safeguarding activities.

Areas of Accountability:
The GBV & Protection Assistant (Volunteer) will be accountable for:

• Confidentiality and Ethics: Handling sensitive information with discretion and maintaining survivors’ privacy and dignity.
• Community Engagement: Promoting inclusive participation and community-led protection mechanisms.
• Reporting: Ensuring accurate and timely submission of protection activity reports.
• Compliance: Upholding GIDAUNIYA’s safeguarding, child protection, and volunteer code of conduct.
• Collaboration: Working effectively with staff, community leaders, and partners to enhance protection outcomes.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of a Diploma in Gender Studies, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Community Development, or a related field is an added advantage.
• University degree or HND is a plus.
• Strong interest in human rights, gender equality, and protection issues.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate empathy and cultural sensitivity.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations (women, children, persons with disabilities) is desirable.
• Fluency in English and local languages is desirable.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a one-page motivation letter stating why they wish to volunteer with Gidauniya Aid Empowerment Foundation Initiative (GAEFI) to: hr@gaefi.org.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.