- Company: Malteser International
- Location: Maiduguri, Borno
- Job type: Full-time
- Deadline: 11 November 2026
About the role
Malteser International is seeking a dedicated Gender Based Violence (GBV) Case Worker to join their team in Maiduguri, Borno. This full-time position supports the organization’s humanitarian work in the WASH sector and protection of vulnerable populations, including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and host communities. The contract runs from November 2026 to September 2027.
Responsibilities
- Support the coordination and supervision of activities in Women and Girls’ Safe Spaces (WGSS).
- Identify and manage cases requiring support, maintaining contact with community-based social workers.
- Provide basic emotional and psychosocial support to women, girls, and their families.
- Assess individual needs and facilitate access to material assistance, dignity kits, and medical transportation.
- Refer clients to appropriate service providers and maintain relationships with community stakeholders.
- Lead weekly case management meetings, monitor progress, and escalate emergencies to the Protection Officer.
- Adhere to organizational policies, codes of conduct, and professional standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- At least two years of relevant experience in GBV case management, protection, or psychosocial support.
- Experience in community outreach, awareness-raising, or data collection in humanitarian settings.
- Understanding of GBV guiding principles, survivor-centred case management, and the do-no-harm principle.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), and accountability to affected populations.
- Experience using Inter-Agency Case Management forms and the GBVIMS/Primero platform is highly desirable.
- Strong communication, counselling, and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and good written and spoken English.
- Knowledge of local languages such as Hausa and Kanuri is an advantage.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply online. Please submit your extensive application, including your CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas, and three professional references, by Wednesday, 11th November 2026.
