Child Friendly Space (CFS) Facilitators at Centre for Social Cohesion Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE)

The Centre for Social Cohesion, Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE) is a non-profit organization that focuses on promoting the ideals of self-sustainability, equality and social justice to the members of the society, it was founded in the year 2014 out of the need to give succor and support to the victim of arm conflict and natural disasters in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Child Friendly Space (CFS) Facilitator

Location: Kaga LGA, Borno

Job Purpose

• The CFS Facilitator handles planning and implementing structured recreational, psychosocial, and educational activities for children in safe spaces, promoting their well-being, protection, and development.

Key Responsibilities
Activity Implementation:

• Facilitate age-appropriate recreational and learning activities for children.
• Organize games, storytelling, arts, and structured play sessions.
• Support children’s psychosocial well-being and emotional expression.

Child Protection and Safeguarding:

• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all children.
• Identify and report child protection concerns.
• Adhere to child safeguarding and PSEA policies.
• Promote positive behavior and non-violent discipline.

Registration and Attendance:

• Register children attending the CFS activities.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and participant data.

Community Engagement:

• Mobilize children and caregivers to participate in CFS activities.
• Engage with parents and community members to promote child protection awareness.

Referral and Coordination:

• Identify children in need of specialized services and refer appropriately.
• Coordinate with caseworkers and protection teams.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain daily records of activities conducted.
• Submit weekly and monthly reports to supervisors.
• Document success stories and challenges.

Facility and Materials Management:

• Ensure proper use and care of CFS materials and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the Child Friendly Space

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of OND / NCE or bachelor’s degree in education, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
• Experience working with children in humanitarian or development settings.
• Previous experience in CFS or community-based programs is an advantage.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Effective communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to engage and interact effectively with children of different age groups.
• Basic understanding of child protection principles
• Creativity and enthusiasm in organizing activities.
• Patience, empathy, and teamwork

Application Closing Date
14th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@censcope.org using the job title as the subject of the mail.
Or
Click here to apply online

Important Note

• CENSCOPE operates in an equal opportunity environment and has policies that actively encourages inclusion and diversity, 
• CENSCOPE has zero tolerance for Sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the organization reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• CENSCOPE does not charge any fee to facilitate any recruitment process.