Reports to: Woman Friendly Space- Coordinator
No. of Vacancies: 3
About Etijah
Youth and Development Consultancy Institute Etijah is a non-profit organization specializing in developing, improving, and disseminating development methodologies in youth and community development.
Based in Cairo, Etijah's primary concern is to create and tailor up-to-date and high-quality development methodologies, research tools,applicable practices of youth development, and training delivery models, to be able to qualify youth by providing them with the skills, know-how, and aptitudes, as well as contribute to building the capacity of governmental and non-governmental youth-serving organizations. Our role is to provide youth with direct access to unconditional participation by providing practical tools and models for developing community-wide initiatives.
Project Background
The
Safe Spaces Project for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention and Response was established to address the increasing protection risks faced by refugee and asylum-seeking women and girls in urban Egypt, particularly in densely populated areas such as Cairo and Alexandria. Prolonged displacement, conflict, and economic hardship have heightened exposure to GBV, social isolation, and limited access to reliable protection and support services. Newly arrived refugeesespecially Sudanese women and adolescent girlsoften encounter additional barriers including lack of information, stigma, and fear of seeking assistance.
In this context, the project provides integrated GBV prevention and response services through safe, accessible, and women-friendly spaces that serve as trusted entry points for confidential support, psychosocial services, referrals, and community engagement activities. The intervention follows a survivor-centered and community-based approach aligned with international GBV standards, prioritizing safety, dignity, and informed consent. By combining case management, psychosocial support, and awareness-raising initiatives, the Safe Spaces Project aims to strengthen protective environments, enhance access to quality services, and promote safer and more supportive communities for refugee and vulnerable women and girls.
Key Duties And Responsibilities
- Respond to emergency hotline calls outside official working hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Conduct rapid risk and safety assessments using approved GBV screening tools.
- Provide immediate psychological first-line support and clear guidance in line with survivor-centered principles.
- Document all calls accurately and confidentially in accordance with protection and data management standards.
- Escalate high-risk cases to the Safe Space Officer and coordinate urgent referrals when necessary.
- Schedule appointments for beneficiaries at the earliest available time during working hours.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to GBV core principles (safety, dignity, non-discrimination, informed consent).
Qualifications And Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
- Previous experience in GBV case management or protection case management is required.
- Experience working with refugees, asylum seekers, or vulnerable populations is an asset.
- Strong understanding of survivor-centered approaches and GBV referral pathways.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle emergency situations professionally.
- Strong documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.
Etijah is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should submit their application, including their CV and cover letter, through the following link before
Saturday, 14th of March, 2026,following this link. Please follow the below format for your application documents:
1_ First Name_Last Name_Position_CV
2_First Name_Last Name_Position_Cover Letter
