Green Concern for Development (GREENCODE) was founded by Comrade Edem Edem in collaboration with other youths from the area as a youth based NGO, called Abgremo for Development in 1997. Over the years the organisation has grown and engaged with other development partners.
Experience2 years
Location Borno
Location: Nganzai LGA, Borno State, Nigeria
Duration: 6 Months
As part of this project, we are seeking an experienced and compassionate Child Protection Officer to be based in Nganzai LGA, Borno State.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the implementation of child protection activities, including case management, psychosocial support (PSS), child-friendly spaces, and community-based child protection mechanisms.
- Identify and respond to vulnerable children at risk of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or violence.
- Conduct case assessments, develop care plans, and provide appropriate follow-up services in line with case management standards.
- Deliver age-appropriate PSS and life skills sessions to children and adolescents.
- Engage with caregivers, community leaders, and stakeholders to promote child safety, wellbeing, and positive parenting practices.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date case files and documentation.
- Support data collection and reporting on protection indicators.
- Ensure that child safeguarding principles and confidentiality are upheld in all interventions.
- Collaborate with health, WASH, GBV, education, and livelihood teams to ensure integrated support for children.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor\’s Degree or HND in Social Work, Psychology, Child Development, Education, or other relevant fields.
- At least 2 years of experience working on child protection in humanitarian or development contexts.
- Solid understanding of child protection principles, case management, and psychosocial support.
- Experience working with vulnerable children, families, and communities affected by conflict.
- Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage workloads, and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Fluency in English is essential; Hausa and/or Kanuri is a significant advantage.
- Willingness to be based full-time in Nganzai LGA.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Green Concern for Development on docs.google.com to apply
