Job Opportunity for Violence Against Women & Girls
Job Opportunity: Violence Against Women & Girls (VAWG) Social Worker
Organization: International Medical Corps (IMC)
Location: Katsina State, Nigeria
Program: Protection Programme
Position Title: VAWG Social Worker
Application Deadline: August 20, 2026
About International Medical Corps
International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives, alleviating suffering, and building self-reliance in crisis-affected communities worldwide. Through integrated health, protection, and capacity-building programs, we deliver critical relief and long-term support to vulnerable populations.
Role Overview
The VAWG Social Worker will support IMC’s Protection Programme in Katsina State by planning and delivering direct psychosocial support (PSS) services, strengthening community-based interventions, and conducting targeted outreach. This role is instrumental in facilitating safe and confidential referral pathways for survivors, engaging communities to promote gender equality, and building local resilience against violence targeting women and girls.
Key Responsibilities
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Direct Service Delivery: Plan and facilitate psychosocial support (PSS) sessions at Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS), Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCs), and community centers.
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Community Engagement & Prevention: Conduct safety audits, awareness campaigns, and focus group discussions; engage men and boys in initiatives promoting gender equality and protection.
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Survivor Support & Referral: Facilitate the safe identification and confidential referral of VAWG survivors to essential case management services; maintain and update multi-sectoral service mappings.
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Volunteer & Program Oversight: Supervise and mentor community outreach volunteers, ensure proper program tracking, and prepare timely activity reports.
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Institutional Coordination: Promote IMC’s integrated VAWG protection services to local institutions, partner organizations, and community structures.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Requirements
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related social science discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
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Experience: Proven track record in social work or community-based humanitarian programming.
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Skills: Excellent communication, group facilitation, and interpersonal skills with demonstrated empathy and cultural sensitivity.
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Commitment: Strong dedication to advancing women’s rights, gender equality, and community empowerment.
Desirable Qualifications
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Direct experience working on VAWG or specialized protection programs in emergency or development contexts.
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Background in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) frameworks.
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Practical experience engaging communities across all stages of the project cycle.
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Strong familiarity with accountability mechanisms and humanitarian safeguarding principles.
Ethics & Safeguarding
International Medical Corps is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and protection against exploitation, abuse, and harassment. All staff members are required to strictly adhere to the International Medical Corps Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policies.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application before the closing date.
Important Notice: International Medical Corps never requests any payment, processing fees, or financial information from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process.
