Field Assistant (ROOSC) - Volunteer
Save the Children
Job Overview
Location
Kaduna, Nigeria
Employment Type
Volunteer
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Nonprofit & NGO
Experience Level
Entry Level (0-2 years)
Job Description
Save the Children is seeking dedicated Field Assistants to join the Reaching Out-of-School Children (ROOSC) project across 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Kaduna State, Nigeria. This volunteer position is crucial for enhancing community engagement and ensuring the success of our initiative to improve access to quality primary education for marginalized children. You will play a vital role in establishing and maintaining feedback and accountability systems, directly contributing to the project's impact.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter, clearly indicating your Local Government Area (LGA) and community of residence. Applications should be directed to the Education Community Mobilization Officer in your desired LGA of volunteering.
Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, document, and refer feedback and complaints from children and adults in the community.
- Sensitize communities on feedback and complaint reporting channels.
- Share project information clearly with beneficiaries and community stakeholders.
- Assist with monitoring activities at learning centers and during field visits.
- Translate feedback from local languages into English when required.
- Support data organization and reporting under supervision of MEAL staff.
- Participate in routine field activities related to education and community engagement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- 1–2 years of experience in community engagement, field work, or data collection.
- Strong understanding of local communities and languages within Kaduna State.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic ability to use smartphones or tablets for data collection.
- Willingness to travel regularly to project communities.
- Knowledge of child safeguarding, education, or accountability systems is an added advantage.
Benefits & Perks
- Opportunity to contribute to improving education for out-of-school children.
- Gain valuable field experience in community development.
- Develop skills in data collection and feedback mechanisms.
How to Apply
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As a Field Assistant, you will be instrumental in strengthening community engagement for the Reaching Out-of-School Children project. Your primary focus will be establishing and managing feedback mechanisms, ensuring community voices are heard and addressed to improve educational access.
Posted Date
January 26, 2026
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