Protection (GBV & CP) Officer – 6 Positions

Job Detail

Job ID 21564
Career Level Officer
Experience 3 Years
Gender Both
Industry Administration
Qualifications Degree Bachelor
Job Type Full time

Job Description

African Women and Youth Action for Development (AWYAD) is a national locally-led, women, children and youth-focused humanitarian and development organization committed to protecting and empowering women, youth, and children across Uganda. AWYAD implements integrated protection, child protection, gender-based violence (GBV), mental health and psychosocial support (MPSS), education, and livelihoods programmes in refugee settlements and host communities.

AWYAD is seeking qualified, competent, and passionate individuals to fill the following positions across different field locations in Uganda under its Protection Programme.

Protection (GBV & CP) Officer – 6 Positions

Nakivale, Rhino Camp, Palabek, Kyangwali, Kisoro, Kiryandong

Key Responsibilities:

Support integrated GBV and child protection programming, supervise case workers, strengthen referrals and community engagement mechanisms.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Sciences, Community Psychology, Development Studies or related field.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in child protection programming.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

AWYAD is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, dignity, and rights of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We maintain zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, neglect, and all forms of violence or misconduct. All staff are expected to uphold AWYAD’s safeguarding and protection policies and code of conduct at all times. Successful candidates will undergo rigorous reference checks, background screening, and safeguarding vetting prior to engagement.

ANTI-CORRUPTION & ANTI-BRIBERY STATEMENT

AWYAD maintains zero tolerance towards fraud, corruption, bribery. abuse of office, and misuse of organizational resources. Staff, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, accountability, professionalism, and transparency.

Any form of corruption, bribery, kickbacks, falsification of information, or unethical conduct will lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment and possible legal action.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES & INCLUSION STATEMENT

AWYAD is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its recruitment and employment practices. Qualified candidates are considered regardless of sex, gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, marital status, refugee status, or background. Women, youth, persons with disabilities, and individuals from refugee and host communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

AWYAD is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment for all staff.

APPLY NOW!

SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO:

hr@awyad.org

DEADLINE: 25TH MAY 2026 @ 5:00PM EAT

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