Job Title: Protection (GBV & CP) Officer – 6 Positions
Organisation: African Women and Youth Action for Development (AWYAD)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
African Women and Youth Action for Development (AWYAD) envisions a society where all women and youth particularly the vulnerable and marginalized are free from inequality, violence, and discrimination and are empowered to actively participate in development. Founded in 2010, AWYAD supports women and youth facing poverty, exclusion, and abuse due to systemic marginalization. Our mission is grounded in promoting dignity, equal opportunity, and protection from harm for women, youth, and children including refugees and displaced persons. We also focus on preventing violence against children and building resilient, inclusive communities that uphold human rights and social justice.
Job Summary: Support integrated GBV and child protection programming, supervise case workers, strengthen referrals and community engagement mechanisms.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support integrated GBV and child protection programming, supervise case workers, strengthen referrals and community engagement mechanisms.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Sciences, Community Psychology, Development Studies or related field.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in child protection programming.
How to Apply:
Send application and CV as one single attachment to hr@awyad.org
Deadline: 25th May 2026
Deadline: 25th May 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36