GBV Officer  - Centre for Social Cohesion Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE), Lagos

A dynamic team is expanding and looking for the right talent. Location: Borno (MMC and Jere), Adamawa (Madagali) and Yobe state (Fune). Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced GBV Officer to support the implementation of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response activities. The role focuses on ensuring survivors have access to safe, confidential, and quality services while strengthening community-based GBV prevention mechanisms. Key Responsibilities:

• Support delivery of GBV case management and survivor-centered services

• Ensure safe, confidential, and ethical handling of GBV disclosures

• Facilitate referrals to health, MHPSS, legal, and other support services

• Conduct community awareness sessions on GBV prevention, women’s rights, and available services

• Support establishment of women- and girl-friendly safe spaces

• Monitor GBV risks and trends within communities

• Maintain accurate and confidential case documentation

• Support capacity building of community volunteers and stakeholders on GBV issues

• Ensure adherence to GBV guiding principles (safety, confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination)

• Contribute to activity tracking, reporting, and coordination meetings

• Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of GBV guiding principles and survivor-centered approach

• Knowledge of referral pathways and protection services

• Strong communication and facilitation skills

• Ability to handle sensitive issues with empathy and confidentiality

• Good reporting and documentation skills

• Compassionate and non-judgmental

• High integrity and respect for confidentiality

• Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

Experience: and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Gender Studies, Law, Social Sciences, or any related field

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in GBV programming or protection work

• Experience in case management and working with survivors of violence

• Experience in humanitarian or conflict-affected settings is an advantage

• Proven work experience in the implementation of disability inclusion programming

IMPORTANT NOTE

• Applicants are encouraged to apply both via the application link and by email. Applications submitted only through the email address, without completing the applica...