Wildlife Conservation Society Social Safeguard Assistant Jobs in Nigeria

Wildlife Conservation Society Social Safeguard Assistant Jobs in Nigeria;The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a U.S.-based non-profit organization established in 1895 and dedicated to conserving wildlife and wild places through science, conservation action, education, and partnerships.

Since 2001, WCS has supported conservation efforts in Nigeria, protecting critical habitats and species, including the Cross River gorilla, forest and savannah elephants, and other threatened wildlife. WCS also supports local livelihoods and improves access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services while promoting conservation awareness.

WCS works across key conservation landscapes, including:

Cross River National Park

Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary

Mbe Mountains Community Forest

Yankari Game Reserve

Mission

To save wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature.

Vision

A world where wildlife thrives in healthy lands and seas valued by societies that embrace and benefit from the diversity and integrity of life on earth.

Values

Respect

Accountability and Transparency

Innovation

Diversity and Inclusion

Collaboration

Integrity

Job Summary

The Safeguards Assistant provides practical field and administrative support to the Social Safeguards Manager across WCS programme areas around Cross River National Park, Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Mbe Mountains.

The role supports safeguards implementation, human rights and community engagement, grievance redress mechanisms (GRM), gender equality and social inclusion, conflict-sensitive engagement, field monitoring, training, data management, and reporting.

The position works closely with communities, local authorities, partners, and WCS field teams to ensure safeguarding concerns and community feedback are accurately documented, reported, and addressed through appropriate channels.

The Safeguards Assistant reports directly to the Social Safeguards Manager.

Major Responsibilities

Support the Social Safeguards Manager in implementing WCS safeguards policies, procedures, and mitigation measures across programme activities.

Participate in field visits, screening exercises, and monitoring activities to identify potential risks, concerns, implementation gaps, and issues relating to human rights, safety, inclusion, and community welfare.

Record findings, agreed actions, responsible persons, and timelines; maintain accurate safeguards documentation; and support follow-up actions.

Promptly escalate safeguarding incidents and serious concerns through established reporting channels.

Support stakeholder consultations, community engagement activities, and sensitization efforts using respectful, accessible, culturally sensitive, and ethnically appropriate approaches.

Promote meaningful participation of women, youth, persons with disabilities, minority ethnic groups, and other vulnerable populations.

Support implementation of the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) in line with approved WCS procedures and confidentiality standards.

Monitor and report emerging community concerns, tensions, misunderstandings, and conflicts that may affect programme delivery.

Coordinate with safeguards and programme teams, participate in relevant meetings, and support logistics for consultations, training sessions, and field visits.

Track complaints, actions, and response timelines, and support follow-up with complainants and relevant teams.

Support collection and documentation of contextual information while operating within the boundaries of the role.

Assist in organizing and delivering training and awareness activities related to safeguarding, human

rights, GRM, gender equality, and social inclusion.

Perform any other duties assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree, Higher National Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Community Development, Sociology, Anthropology, Gender Studies, Human Rights, Environmental or Social Management, Rural Development, or a related field.

Professional training in safeguarding, community engagement, gender, conflict management, or grievance redress mechanisms is an added advantage.

Previous employment, internship, volunteer, or community-based experience in community engagement, development, conservation, social work, or related fields is an advantage.

Experience supporting community meetings, consultations, awareness activities, training, or field data collection is desirable.

Experience working in rural or remote environments and with diverse cultural or ethnic groups is an advantage.

Experience engaging with persons with disabilities or vulnerable groups is an advantage.

Previous exposure to grievance redress mechanisms, complaints systems, or community feedback mechanisms is desirable.

Experience in conservation, natural resource management, or development programmes is an advantage.

Additional Requirements

Strong communication, listening, observation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to engage respectfully with diverse communities and stakeholders.

Basic understanding of safeguarding, human rights, community engagement, gender equality, social inclusion, conflict sensitivity, and grievance redress principles.

Ability to identify, document, and promptly report safeguarding risks and community concerns.

Ability to collect field data, maintain records, and prepare reports.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately while maintaining professional boundaries.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and respect for others.

Willingness and ability to work in remote and challenging environments and undertake regular field travel.

A valid driver's licence and practical driving experience are an added advantage.

Language Requirements

Fluency in English is required.

Fluency or strong working knowledge of relevant local language(s) is an advantage.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Wildlife Conservation Society Social Safeguard Assistant Jobs in Nigeria

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