Gender Inclusion & Protection Officer at Foundation for Climate Action and Sustainable Development (F-CASD)

The Foundation for Climate Action and Sustainable Development (F-CASD) is a registered non-profit organization in Nigeria, dedicated to mitigating the impacts of climate change through innovative and multidisciplinary approaches. Leveraging expertise in advocacy, data science, geographic information systems, research, monitoring and evaluation, we strive to promote sustainable development and climate resilience. Our strategic objectives are centered on promoting sustainable innovations that integrate environmental, social, and economic dimensions, thereby fostering scalable and replicable sustainable development practices. We also provide capacity-building programs and training initiatives to enhance the skills and knowledge of local stakeholders, policymakers, and researchers, enabling them to effectively address climate change and implement sustainable solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Gender Inclusion & Protection Officer

Location: Borno

Brief Role Description

• The Gender Inclusion & Protection Officer will ensure that F‑CASD’s operations, programs, and policies integrate gender perspectives and safeguard the rights and dignity of all participants.
• This role is critical in promoting equity, preventing discrimination, and embedding protection principles across nutrition, livelihoods, climate justice, and WASH interventions.
• The position requires strong knowledge of gender frameworks, protection standards, and the ability to foster a culture of inclusivity and accountability throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor gender inclusion and protection policies aligned with F‑CASD’s mission and donor requirements.
• Mainstream gender and protection considerations into all program areas — nutrition, livelihoods, climate justice, and WASH — ensuring equitable participation and benefits for women, men, and vulnerable groups.
• Conduct gender and protection audits to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities, recommending corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance to staff and partners on gender equity, safeguarding, and protection practices.
• Review program designs, contracts, and agreements to ensure gender inclusion and compliance with protection standards.
• Investigate and resolve gender‑related or protection issues, reporting findings to management and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of gender inclusion and protection activities, preparing reports for senior leadership and donors.
• Collaborate with program teams to integrate gender‑sensitive and protection‑focused approaches into project planning, implementation, and monitoring.
• Stay updated on evolving gender frameworks, national laws, and donor requirements relevant to protection and sustainable development.
• Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and gender equity across the organization.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Law, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in gender inclusion, protection, or program management roles, preferably within NGOs or development organizations.
• Strong knowledge of gender frameworks, protection standards, donor regulations, and national legal requirements.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to integrate gender inclusion and protection into diverse program areas and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in gender and protection monitoring tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.

Required Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of gender inclusion frameworks and protection standards.
• Proficiency in monitoring and reporting tools for gender and protection.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proven track record in mainstreaming gender equity and safeguarding vulnerable groups.

Application Closing Date
6th April, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr.coo@f-casd.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.