AFRYDEV is a humanitarian and development organization with over 10 years of technical experience in design, development and implementation of youths, women and girls focused interventions in Northeast Nigeria. Since 2013, we focus on interventions that improves well- being and influence positive social mobility as part of our vision of change that drives and promotes safe societies where conflict-affected communities are empowered to prevent recruitment and radicalization of women and youths, including their participation in violence extremist activities, conflict, and gender-based violence.
AFRYDEV is working in three major thematic areas of, community engagement, peace building and social mobility with aim of enhancing quality of lives through provision of basic needs and essential services such as food, livelihood, water, sanitation, and basic health care such as Psychosocial Support, Skill acquisition and capacity building initiatives for youth, women, and girls, Wealth creation and access to socio-economic opportunities, Improving youth and women literacy, access to education, including formal and informal education. Employability skills trainings and job placement, Entrepreneurship Programs, access to opportunities for funding’s and start-up resources. Advocacy, Partnership development and Dialogue. AFRYDEV is currently implementing projects in Damaturu, Potiskum, Gujba, Geidam, Yusufari, Yunusari, Nangere and Fune LGAs Yobe State in the areas of Peace building and Social cohesion, Health, Early recovery and livelihood, Protection; Gender Based Violence and Mines Action.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Wakilan Sauyi Facilitator (Community Volunteer)
Location: Damaturu - Fune, Yobe
Employment Type: Volunteer
Reports to: Gender & Social Inclusion Assistant / Economic Recovery and Gender Inclusion Officer
Collaborates with: SAA Facilitators, VSLA groups, community leaders, and project field staff
Role Overview
- The Wakilan Sauyi Facilitator is a community-based volunteer responsible for facilitating theWakilan Sauyi couples’ curriculum a weekly gender-transformative program that engages married couples in dialogues to address harmful gender norms, intimate partner violence, and barriers to women’s economic empowerment.
- The facilitator works directly with VSLA member couples to promote shared decision-making, equitable household relationships, and mutual support for women’s participation in income-generating activities.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitation of Wakilan Sauyi Sessions:
- Facilitate weekly Wakilan Sauyi dialogue sessions for enrolled couples following the approved curriculum and session guides.
- Create a safe, confidential, and respectful environment where both spouses can openly discuss gender roles, power dynamics, household decision-making, and conflict resolution.
- Use participatory methods (role plays, case studies, group discussions, reflective exercises) to engage couples actively and encourage peer learning.
- Ensure that sessions are inclusive of couples from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and different literacy levels.
Participant Engagement and Retention:
- Identify and enroll eligible couples (VSLA members and their spouses) in collaboration with the Gender & Social Inclusion Assistant and VSLA group leaders.
- Maintain regular attendance records, follow up with absent participants, and support retention throughout the week cycle.
- Report any concerns or barriers to participation (e.g., scheduling conflicts, childcare, mobility issues) in coordination with the project team.
Monitoring and Documentation:
- Complete session observation checklists, attendance sheets, and brief session summary reports after each weekly session.
- Document notable changes in couple dynamics, attitude shifts, or behavioral outcomes (positive or challenging) and share with the Gender & Social Inclusion Assistant.
- Identify couples who may need additional support (e.g., GBV concerns, severe household conflict) and refer them appropriately through established referral pathways.
Community Engagement and Sensitization:
- Participate in community awareness sessions to explain the purpose and benefits of the Wakilan Sauyi program to community members, traditional leaders, and religious leaders.
- Act as a role model and advocate for gender equality, respectful relationships, and shared household responsibilities within the community.
- Support the organization of community activism events at the end of the 21-week cycle where graduating couples share their experiences with other community members.
Coordination and Reporting:
- Attend monthly facilitator coordination meetings led by the Gender & Social Inclusion Assistant.
- Submit weekly activity reports and attendance records to the Gender & Social Inclusion Assistant.
- Report any safeguarding or protection concerns immediately following organizational protocols.
Qualifications and Experience
Education and Literacy:
- Minimum of secondary school education (SSCE) or equivalent.
- Ability to read, write, and keep simple records in English and/or Hausa.
Experience:
- Previous experience as a community volunteer, peer educator, or facilitator (preferred but not required).
- Experience participating in VSLA, gender dialogue, or couples’ programs is an advantage.
Skills and Competencies:
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to listen actively and maintain confidentiality.
- Respectful and non-judgmental attitude towards all participants.
- Basic record-keeping and reporting skills.
- Willingness to learn and apply gender-transformative facilitation methods.
- Ability to work with both men and women in a culturally appropriate manner.
Language:
- Fluency in Hausa (spoken and written) is required.
- Basic English is an advantage.
- Knowledge of Kanuri or other local languages is a plus.
Key Working Relationships:
- Internal: Gender & Social Inclusion Assistant, Economic Recovery and Gender Inclusion Officer, SAA Facilitators, MEAL staff, VSLA group leaders.
- External: Community members, traditional leaders, religious leaders, couples participating in the program.