Organizational Background
Aid for African Women & Girls (A2WG) is a human-centered social development not-for-profit, nonpartisan, nonsectarian National Non-Governmental Organization (National NGO) that was established and registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in May 2023 with the sole aim of ensuring that women and girls have access to quality life and are part of decision-making where they strive and feel safe. The organization is committed to delivering project activities per global policies and procedures.
Project Background
AGAJI GLOBAL UNITY FOUNDATION (AGUF), in partnership with AID for AFRICAN WOMEN & GIRLS (A2WG), will be implementing a 6-month project tittled; ‘’Strengthening Community Resilience and Survivor-Centered GBV Response for Conflict-Affected Women, Girls, and Vulnerable Groups in Madagali and Gwoza LGAs of Borno and Adamawa States, Nigeria’’ the project is lifesaving GBV intervention designed to deliver survivor-centered services while institutionalizing inclusive, community-led protection systems in Madagali LGA of Adamawa State and Gwoza LGA of Borno State.
The overall goal of the project is to enhance the protection, resilience, and well-being of women, girls, and other vulnerable groups by strengthening community-based GBV prevention and response mechanisms during the lean season. The main objective is to expand access to lifesaving, survivor-centered GBV services while reinforcing sustainable community structures that mitigate risks and support safe, inclusive referral pathways.
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/B.Tech/HND/ND/OND/NCE
Duration: 5 months
Location: Borno State (Gwoza) and Adamawa State (Madagali)
Vacancies: 4
Purpose of the Role
GBV Caseworker will provide confidential and survivor-centred case management and psycho-social support services to women and girls, including persons with disabilities, in line with GBV Minimum Standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide professional case management services to GBV survivors.
- Create and maintain positive and fruitful relationship with women and girls who use the safe space and the general community.
- Maintain accurate case documentation and update regularly.
- Identify, train, and support GBV outreach workers and volunteers.
- Supervise the work of the outreach workers and conduct regular feedback and debriefing sessions to facilitate their work in close collaboration with the GBV officer.
- Conduct awareness-raising activities on GBV and available services.
- Facilitate and co-facilitate sessions at Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS).
- Monitor referrals and coordinate with service providers to ensure timely support.
- Formulate appropriate responses to individual cases according to the acceptable standards and in the best interests of the individual.
- Participate in field-level coordination and stakeholder mapping.
- Participate in GBV conferences, trainings, and coordination meetings.
- Make use of other services and referral mechanisms as appropriate and according to the requests of individual/ family.
- Document client information through the accurate filling of intake forms and ensure confidential and safe storage in the GBV inter-agency case management forms.
- Provide professional and confidential services to GBV survivors and Persons with Disabilities in line with GBV minimum standard.
- Develop individualized case plans and referrals for women and girls including people with disability
- Work closely with GBV caseworkers and A2WG/AGUF staff.
- Apply Do No Harm, community-centred approach in all interactions.
- Conduct community sensitization and awareness activities on GBV.
- Submit weekly and monthly reports to the supervisor.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Technical Expertise and Skills
- Minimum of Diploma or University Degree in Gender Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or related field. (BSc, HND, ND, OND, or NCE)
- At least 1 year of experience in GBV programming.
- Knowledge of GBV inter agency case-management forms and GBV referral pathways.
- Strong facilitation and community mobilization skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills in English.
- Fluency in Hausa and Kanuri is mandatory.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and partners.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Behaviors
- Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
- Creates a strong sense of purpose and commitment within the team and with stakeholders.
- Adheres to principles of partnership: equality, complimentary, transparency, and responsibility.
- Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making.
- Strategic and critical thinker with strong self-awareness.
- Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
- Adherence to A2WG and AGUF safeguarding, PSEA, and child protection policies.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should apply via this email: [email protected] copying [email protected] & [email protected]. Use position apply as subject of the mail (e.g. Application for Caseworker).
Application Period: November 26th, 2025 – November 30th, 2025.
Note:
- Email applications only will be accepted.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
· Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- A2WG /AGUF are equal opportunity employers; no fee is charged at any stage of the recruitment process. Lobbying is not tolerated.
