Career Position for Social Work Officer II (Protection and Empowerment of Women)
Job Title: Social Work Officer II (Protection & Empowerment of Women)
Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Requisition ID: JR00005123
Location: Diffa, Niger
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: September 25, 2026
About the International Rescue Committee (IRC)
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to humanitarian crises worldwide by providing lifesaving assistance and helping displaced and vulnerable people rebuild their lives with safety, dignity, and hope.
Role Overview
Under the direct supervision of the Protection Manager, the Social Work Officer II will facilitate the identification, self-reporting, referral, and management of gender-based violence (GBV) and protection cases utilizing a mobile approach.
This role is responsible for implementing individual and group psychosocial support activities for women and girls, working closely with the Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) team and community actors, and strengthening relationships with humanitarian partners and local authorities to enhance access to essential services.
Key Responsibilities
Case Management & Referrals: Manage GBV and general protection cases; map available GBV service providers, assess community accessibility, and facilitate safe, confidential, and ethical referrals to appropriate services (including internal child protection coordination).
Program Implementation: Implement structured psychosocial support interventions, including facilitating group discussions using the Women Rise approach and leading the emergency component of the Girl Shine approach for adolescent girls.
Capacity Building & Training: Train, coach, and support psychosocial support groups, community leaders, and grassroots organizations on basic psychosocial support, core GBV concepts, and ethical referral pathways.
Community Engagement & Protection: Conduct risk discussions with women and girls to develop community protection risk mitigation plans, while empowering community leaders to identify and refer survivors based on established guiding principles.
Data, Analysis & Reporting: Maintain secure and confidential case records, transmit timely data to the GBVIMS, contribute to quarterly GBVIMS trend analyses, and prepare weekly, monthly, and donor reports for the Protection Manager.
Coordination & Compliance: Active participation in relevant coordination meetings, sector working groups, and humanitarian forums while maintaining compliance with IRC operational and security policies.
Requirements & Qualifications
Requirement CategoryCriteria
Eligibility & GenderMust be a Nigerien national. Female candidates are required for this position.
EducationHigher education degree or equivalent qualification in Law, Psychology, Social Sciences, Health, or a related discipline.
Professional Experience• 2–3 years of professional experience in GBV case management, child protection, psychosocial support, or clinical psychology.
• Experience working with international or local NGOs/humanitarian organizations.
• Proven experience in training and supporting community-based agents and organizations.
Technical KnowledgeSolid understanding of minimum standards for GBV programming, women’s protection, and community-based protection approaches.
Language SkillsProficiency in relevant local languages is required: Kanouri, Hausa, Fulfulde/Peulh, Toubou, and Arabic.
Location ContextDemonstrated knowledge of the humanitarian context in Diffa, or a minimum of 1 year of residence/work experience in the region.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should submit their application online through the official International Rescue Committee (IRC) Careers Portal before the closing deadline.
Important Notice: Candidates must carefully review the mandatory requirements (nationality, female gender requirement, local language fluency, and local context experience) before submitting their application.
