LG PROTECTION OFFICER AT LIFE HELPERS INITIATIVE (LHI)

About Company:

Life Helpers Initiative (LHI) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing Education, Health, and Social and Community development services, all geared towards bringing joy to individuals. Established on October 1, 2004, the organization has actively engaged in a multitude of developmental programs spanning Health, Education, and Socioeconomic development. These initiatives are specifically designed to benefit children, women, young people, and communities, with the overarching goal of bringing smiles to faces. LHI boasts a robust team of passionate staff members who channel their energy and expertise into enhancing the well-being of individuals within our communities.

Job Description:

• Implement community-based protection activities within the assigned LGA.

• Identify, document, and refer cases of vulnerable individuals in need of specialized services (e.g., survivors of GBV, children at risk, persons with disabilities).

• Support the establishment and strengthening of community protection mechanisms and referral pathways.

• Conduct awareness sessions, trainings, and dialogues on protection issues (child protection, GBV, human rights, etc.).

• Monitor protection risks and trends in communities and provide timely updates to the Program Manager.

• Build strong relationships with community leaders, government officials, CSOs, and service providers.

• Ensure proper documentation, case management, and confidentiality in handling sensitive cases.

• Participate in coordination meetings, clusters, and advocacy engagements at the LGA level.

• Assist in data collection, reporting, and monitoring & evaluation of protection activities.

• Support in the development of IEC materials and protection advocacy tools.

• Uphold LHI’s safeguarding and code of conduct policies at all times.

Requirements:

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a Cover Letter to the "Human Resources department" via: recruitment@lhinigeria.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.