Protection Associate at Catholic Caritas Foundation of Nigeria (Caritas Nigeria)

Caritas Nigeria incorporated as Catholic Caritas Foundation (CCFN), was established in 2010 as a development agency of the Catholic Church.

Experience2 years
Location Taraba.

Job Purpose

  • To provide support in implementing protection activities and monitoring protection concerns within the project areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular field visits to identify protection risks and rights violations.
  • Document and report protection incidents, ensuring accurate data collection.
  • Facilitate referrals to appropriate service providers for identified cases.
  • Assist in the implementation of community-based protection initiatives.
  • Support the Senior Protection Officer in preparing activity reports and updates.
  • Work closely with displaced populations to understand their protection needs.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably with displaced populations.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Other Skills

  • Proven team player
  • Able to work effectively with minimum supervision and in a diverse team environment
  • Excellent planning and prioritization skills
  • Ability to think tactically
  • Good motivator of others
  • Willing to work additional hours at crucial times

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Method of Application

To apply for this job kindly send your application to [email protected] using the position as the subject of the mail. Multiple applications will lead to automatic disqualification.

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