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Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) is a women-led National Non-Governmental Organisation registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) under the CAMA Act on 4th August 2008. For over 22 years, JDF has consistently responded to developmental and humanitarian needs across local communities in Nigeria. JDF works in five thematic areas: Gender and Humanitarian Response, HIV and Health, Child Development, Research and Information, and Single Parents. The humanitarian response programme in the North-East (BAY states) covers Protection (child protection, GBV, peace building, climate change and Mines Action), WASH, Nutrition and Health, Food Security and Livelihood, and Education. Mission: Enhancing social justice through sustainable livelihoods, health, inclusive governance, gender equity, and emergency responses. Vision: A society where the vulnerable have access to social justice and sustainable livelihoods. We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Nurse Locations: Maiduguri, Borno and Makurdi, Benue
Employment Type: Full-time Duties and
Directly supervise GBV Case Workers and Outreach Workers. Produce weekly and monthly data and regular narrative reports. Support implementation and ensure adherence to monitoring and evaluation plans. Coordinate with other GBV service providers on case management. Ensure solid case management, referral and information management systems are in place for appropriate identification, response and follow-up for survivors of GBV. Collaborate with other project staff to ensure referrals to psychosocial support, mental health, education and livelihoods interventions. Ensure the immediate needs of women and adolescent girls are identified during rapid assessment and are immediately responded to. Facilitate the identification of vulnerable women and adolescent girls, profile them and provide dignity kits. Facilitate life-skills training sessions for adolescent boys and girls. Maintain effective oversight, quality control and reporting systems that ensure regular field monitoring and modifications as required. Actively develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, government actors, UN agencies, international and local NGOs. Regularly attend LGA-level GBV sub-working group meetings and Case Management meetings to contribute to coordination of responses across agencies.
B.Sc. in Nursing, Public Health, Reproductive/Sexual Health, Midwifery, Human Rights or a related degree. At least 2 years’ experience implementing Gender-Based Violence programmes, preferably social work or case management, in a humanitarian setting. Previous experience supervising and managing a team in a cross-cultural setting, especially Case Workers. Previous experience in emergency preparedness and response; experience working with case files and regular documentation preferred. Experience facilitating and leading life-skills sessions for adolescent girls strongly desired. Good self-organisation and basic management skills. Knowledge of local languages: Kanuri and Hausa. Must be able to maintain confidentiality. Female candidates are preferred. Familiarity with Monitoring & Evaluation of projects in the BAY states. Candidates from Yobe State with proven experience and understanding of the local languages and context are encouraged to apply. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet). Ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive issues and use sound judgement. Sensitive to cultural differences and an understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding HIV. Fluency in English and Hausa (written and spoken). Knowledge of health programmes.
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Deadline
13 Nov 2026
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