Pseah, Safeguarding & Gender Officer At Future Resilience and Development Foundation (FRAD)

Future Resilience and Development Foundation (FRAD) is a registered non-profit organization with CAC in accordance to the Nigerian law, FRAD has over the years been actively involved with frontline responses to emergencies caused by the recent crisis in Northeast Nigeria, we also respond to emerging development needs in Nigeria through holistic approach that proffer durable solutions using the triple nexus approach. FRAD response focus on addressing the needs of women, girls, adolescents, youths and Persons living with disabilities via our various response in Health/Nutrition, Protection, WASH/Environment and Peace building, our responses provide support and enhance the protective factors of the most vulnerable populations affected by varying crisis which include humanitarian, development and economic crisis. Over the years, FRAD has demonstrated capacity in implementing a cross-sectoral response that meets the needs of the most vulnerable people and we are broadening our scope through the implementation of our 2024-2027 strategic plan.

• Job Type: Contract
• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gender Studies, psychology, International Development, Psychology, or related field.

• Experience: 4-5 years
• Location: Maiduguri, Borno State.
• Job Field: PSEA

Duties and Responsibilities:

A. PSEA and Safeguarding System Implementation

• Operationalize the organization’s PSEA and safeguarding policies and protocols at FRAD head office and all field level.
• Conduct safeguarding risk assessments during program design and implement tailored mitigation strategies across all projects.
• Ensure every program has a functioning and accessible community feedback and complaints mechanism, including confidential channels for SEAH allegations.
• Lead the case intake process for reported SEAH incidents, ensuring timely, survivor centered response, case documentation, and referrals.
• Conduct due diligence checks and safeguarding assessments for implementing partners and vendors.
• Ensure all staff, consultants, volunteers, and contractors sign and receive PSEA/safeguarding orientation.

B. Training and Capacity Strengthening

• Design and deliver PSEA and safeguarding training modules for new hires, field teams, partners, and community structures.
• Facilitate regular refresher sessions on recognizing, reporting, and preventing exploitation and abuse.
• Support creation of localized training materials in accessible formats and languages.
• Train and support Safeguarding Focal Points across field locations to monitor and report safeguarding concerns.

C. Gender Equality and Inclusion

•  Conduct gender analysis across projects to inform programming, identify gaps, and enhance inclusion of women, girls, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized groups.
• Integrate gender considerations into project design, implementation, and monitoring frameworks.
• Promote the use of sex, age, and disability disaggregated data (SADDD) in program planning and reporting.
• Lead community awareness sessions and dialogues that address gender norms, social inclusion, and gender-based violence (GBV) prevention.
• Advocate for gender balance in staffing and in leadership roles within the organization and community structures.

D. Monitoring, Reporting, and Compliance

• Develop and maintain a safeguarding and PSEA action plan with timelines, indicators, and accountability benchmarks.
• Monitor program adherence to safeguarding and gender integration standards through field visits, spot checks, and audits.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and donor-specific reports on PSEA/safeguarding/gender related activities, incidents, and outcomes.
• Maintain an incident register for reported cases, ensuring confidentiality and restricted access.
• Support MEAL staff in collecting and analyzing data related to safeguarding risks and community perceptions of safety and accountability.

E. Coordination and Representation

• Represent the organization in inter-agency PSEA networks and safeguarding technical working groups.
• Coordinate closely with HR and management on safe recruitment, disciplinary processes, and safeguarding investigations.

Experience and technical competencies

•  Minimum 4–5 years of progressively responsible experience in PSEA, safeguarding, GBV, or protection within an NGO or UN agency.
• Demonstrated experience conducting SEAH investigations or managing sensitive complaints confidentially.
• Proven experience integrating gender equality into humanitarian programs and community engagement.
• Strong organizational skill and attention to details.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information and data with strict discretion, standards, and survivor-centered approaches.
•  Familiarity with donor safeguarding and gender policies
• Excellent facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and report-writing abilities.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of local languages an asset.

Application Dealine 30th June 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application (Cover Letter and CV) to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail. Application should be submitted on or before 30^th June 2025

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis
• FRAD Foundation is committed to diversity equity and inclusion, women and person living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• FRAD Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ethical recruitment, please note that we don’t collect money or participate in any fraudulent activities you can report such to: [email protected]

FRAD has zero tolerance Sexual exploitation and abuse

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