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: 2 (1 person per location)
Purpose of the Role
Safe Space Supervisor will oversee activities in Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS), ensuring alignment with GBV minimum standards, and coordinate community-based support for adolescent girls and women survivors of GBV.
Key Responsibilities
- Guide and supervise Center Facilitators in running WGSS activities.
- Support enrolment and participation of women and girls in safe space sessions.
- Conduct participatory activities to identify challenges and coping mechanisms.
- Compile weekly reports on safe space activities.
- Maintain up-to-date inventories of safe space equipment.
- Work closely with CP and GBV caseworkers, and A2WG/AGUF staff.
- Apply Do No Harm, community-centred approach in all interactions.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Technical Expertise and Skills
- Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences, Gender, Development Studies, or related field.
- At least 1 year of experience supervising or facilitating community-based activities.
- Knowledge of GBV prevention, safe space programming, and protection principles.
- Strong interpersonal and coordination skills.
- Fluency in Hausa and Kanuri is mandatory.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and partners.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Behaviours
- 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] Use position apply as subject of the mail (eg. Application for Caseworker).
Application Period: November 26th, 2025 – November 30, 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.
