Protection Officer at Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) - 3 Openings

Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) is a Non-governmental, Non-for profit humanitarian/Developmental organization which started in 2014. We deliver assistance to affected populations before, during and after crisis situations. GHIV Africa was founded to mitigate the health deficit in Africa and to provide all forms of assistance leading to improved quality of life.

The organization is equally poised to support the delivery of healthcare services at the doorsteps of every African village by bridging the gap between primary health care delivery and tertiary health care services through a robust referral system. We offer assistance in need to the most vulnerable population regardless of their religion, race, gender and or political affiliation. Our decisions as an organization are not based on political, economic or religious interest but solely on needs of the affected population.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Protection Officer

Locations: Shinkafi, Maradun & Gusau LGAs, Zamfara
Reporting to: Head of Programs
Duration: October 2024 - November 2025

Job Summary

• GHIV Africa seeks a Protection Officer to support the UNICEF-funded project aimed at ending child marriage. The Protection Officer will ensure effective implementation of protection activities, community engagement, and capacity building.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sensitization and awareness creation in communities on child protection issues and the negative impact of early marriages.
• Facilitate workshops with government stakeholders, traditional leaders, religious leaders, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Establish and manage safe spaces for adolescent girls.
• Provide training on life skills, Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) knowledge, and services.
• Offer comprehensive case management services, including counseling and referrals.
• Register adolescents on the Child Protection Information Management System (CPIMS) data platform.
• Collaborate with vocational training providers to deliver entrepreneurship skills training.
• Distribute startup kits for income-generating activities to adolescent girls.
• Assign to any other related duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Psychology, or related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in child protection, social work, or related field.
• Strong community engagement and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work in challenging environments.
• Fluency in local languages (Hausa) and English.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working with UNICEF or similar organizations.
• Knowledge of Knowledge of Child Protection Management System (CPIMS) data platform.
• Familiarity with Zamfara State's cultural context.

Personal Attributes:

• Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
• Integrity: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
• Resilience: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
• Problem-Solvina: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.
• GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES: The successful candidate shall comply with and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all courses and all levels.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.