About CASFOD
Unique Care and Support Foundation (CASFOD) is a non-governmental organisation founded in 2019 with a focus on advocating for and protecting the rights of women and children affected by conflict and emergencies.
CASFOD provides support and empowerment to vulnerable populations and ensuring that they receive the assistance they need to rebuild their lives.
Our interventions are guided by the Humanitarian Development Peace (HDP) nexus where we seek to address urgent humanitarian needs while promoting sustainable development and peace. CASFOD aspires to improve the living conditions of women and children affected by emergencies by adopting programs around its 5 pillars of Education, Protection, WASH, Health & Nutrition and Livelihood. CASFOD comprises of diverse and dynamic group of competent young people from different background. CASFOD is operational in Borno, Adamawa, Yobe and Sokoto States of Nigeria.
Authority and Responsibility
The Board of Directors is the legal authority for CASFOD. As a member of the Board, you act in a position of trust for the community and is responsible for the effective governance of the organisation.
Qualifications and Skills
Knowledge and skills in one of the following governance area: policy development, program development (focus on gender, human rights, sexual and reproductive health) human resource management, fund raising and conflict resolution and youth program design.
Term and Duration
Directors will serve for a period of 3-year renewable term.
Requirements
- Applicant should be female between the age of 18 – 25.
- Proven experience or demonstrate interest in leadership, program management, advocacy and youth engagement.
- Commitment to the work of the organization.
- Knowledge and skills in one or more areas of the governance areas listed above.
- Attend all Board meetings.
- Attend Board retreats.
- Be informed of CASFOD’s work and programs and publicly support the organization.
- Prepare for and participate in the discussions and the deliberations of the Board.
- Be aware of and abstain from any conflict of interest.
- Ability to represent CASFOD at relevant events and build partnerships with other organisations.
- Adherence to ethical standards and safeguarding principles in line with CASFOD’s mission.
- Support for fostering diversity, equity and inclusion in CASFOD’s work and governance.
- Familiarity with digital tools and platforms.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified, complete the LINK with the following;
a. An updated CV
Deadline for application is 11:59 PM 31st December 2024.
Website: www.casfod.org
X: casfod_nigeria
LinkedIn: casfod_nigeria
