New Recruitment Jobs (28 Positions)
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
Attractive
Job Deadline: 25 May 2026
Number of Jobs: 28
Hiring Entity: AWYAD
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| AWYAD |
Location: In Uganda
Job Details:
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, Kiryandongo
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.
Child Protection Case Worker – 12 Positions
Nakivale, Rhino Camp, Palabek, Kyangwali, Kisoro, Kiryandongo
Key Responsibilities: Conduct child protection case management, identification, documentation, referrals, follow-up and psychosocial support for vulnerable children.
Minimum Requirements: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counselling, Community Development or related field.
At least 2 years’ experience in case management.
GBV Case Worker – 9 Positions
Nakivale, Rhino Camp, Palabek, Kyangwali, Kisoro, Kiryandongo
Key Responsibilities: Provide GBV case management services, psychosocial support, referrals, safety planning, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality and survivor-centered approaches.
Minimum Requirements: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gender Studies, Counselling Psychology or related field
Minimum 2 years’ experience in GBV case management.
MEAL Assistant – 1
Kyangwali
Key Responsibilities: Support routine data collection, data cleaning, entry, verification, reporting and field monitoring activities.
Minimum Requirements: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, IT, Monitoring & Evaluation or related field
Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience.
send application and CV as one single attachment to hr@awyad.org
Important to note: Read AWYAD’s safeguarding statement, Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Statement and Equal Opportunities and Inclusion Statement before applying
Indicate your preferred location on your application letter.
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.
Application procedure
SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO:
DEADLINE: 25TH MAY 2026 @ 5:00PM EAT
Posting Date: 2026-05-23
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