SAFEGUARDING OFFICER at NUTRITION INTERNATIONAL @NUTRITION INTERNATIONAL

JOB VACANCY – SAFEGUARDING OFFICER | NUTRITION INTERNATIONAL

Nutrition International (NI) is recruiting for the position of Safeguarding Officer to support its Child Survival Program in Abuja, Nigeria.

Founded in 1992, Nutrition International is a global organization working in over 60 countries to deliver high-impact nutrition interventions and end malnutrition worldwide.

Job Overview

• Role Type: Full-Time (Contract)
• Contract Duration: 2 Years (Renewable)
• Location: Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
• Application Deadline: 24th August 2026 (Rolling basis)

Job Summary

The Safeguarding Officer will lead the implementation of safeguarding policies across program activities, ensuring protection of children, vulnerable adults, staff, and partners from harm, abuse, exploitation, and neglect.

This role focuses on risk management, compliance, reporting, training, and survivor-centered response, ensuring all operations align with global safeguarding standards.

Key Responsibilities

Safeguarding & Risk Management

• Conduct safeguarding risk assessments across all program activities
• Develop and track mitigation plans and safeguarding action registers
• Integrate safeguarding into program design, budgets, and MEAL frameworks
• Ensure safe participation of children and communities

Partner Compliance & Capacity Building

• Assess safeguarding capacity of partners and monitor improvement plans
• Ensure vendors, consultants, and partners comply with safeguarding policies
• Embed safeguarding into onboarding, procurement, and field operations

Reporting, Response & Survivor Support

• Serve as a confidential reporting channel for safeguarding concerns
• Document and escalate cases within 24 hours per policy
• Maintain referral pathways (medical, legal, psychosocial support)
• Support case management and survivor-centered interventions

Training & Awareness

• Deliver safeguarding trainings, inductions, and awareness sessions
• Ensure communities understand their rights and reporting mechanisms
• Maintain safeguarding records and compliance documentation

External Representation

• Represent NI in safeguarding and child protection forums
• Liaise with government and protection agencies
• Contribute to safeguarding best practices and learning

Requirements

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Law, Gender Studies, Community Development, or related field

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years experience in safeguarding, PSEAH, child protection, or GBV programming
• Experience working with international NGOs preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding principles (Do No Harm, confidentiality, survivor-centered care)
• Experience in risk assessments, training, and partner capacity building
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s child protection and social welfare systems

Other Skills

• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• High level of integrity, discretion, and cultural sensitivity
• Strong coordination, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement abilities

Language

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Knowledge of Hausa or other local languages is an advantage

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Pension plan
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Wellness support programs

Important Notes

• Open to Nigerian nationals only
• Recruitment is subject to funding approval
• Strict zero-tolerance policy on safeguarding and SEAH
• Background and reference checks will include safeguarding verification

How to Apply

Apply online via the official portal:

Apply for Safeguarding Officer Role⁠

Join a global organization committed to protecting lives and ending malnutrition while making a meaningful impact in vulnerable communities.