Contract type: Part-time
Reports to: Safe Space- Coordinator
No. of Vacancies: 8 (5 in Cairo and 3 in Alexandria)
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 Responsibilities
- Support Daily Operations
- Assist in organizing and preparing activities within the safe space.
- Ensure the space is welcoming, organized, and safe for all beneficiaries.
- Beneficiary Engagement
- Greet and register beneficiaries respectfully and confidentially.
- Support in facilitating group activities, awareness sessions, and workshops.
- Encourage positive participation and inclusion of all participants.
- Confidentiality & Protection
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all beneficiary information.
- Respect safeguarding, protection, and GBV protocols at all times.
- Immediately report any protection concerns to the designated supervisor.
- Psychosocial & Emotional Support Assistance
- Provide basic emotional support through active listening (without offering counseling unless trained).
- Refer cases to specialized staff (social worker, psychologist, case manager) when needed.
- Administrative & Documentation Support
- Assist in attendance tracking and basic documentation.
- Support data collection under supervision of the project team.
- Community Outreach Support
- Participate in outreach activities to raise awareness about safe space services.
- Help distribute informational materials when required.
- Event & Activity Support
- Assist in organizing special events, campaigns, or community awareness initiatives.
- Support logistics during workshops, training sessions, and community events.
- Coordination & Reporting
- Attend regular volunteer meetings and trainings.
- Provide feedback to the Safe Space Coordinator on challenges and suggestions.
- Submit brief activity updates when requested.
- Adherence to Code of Conduct
- Follow the organization's policies, safeguarding standards, and code of ethics.
- Represent the organization in a professional and respectful manner.
Required Qualifications
Interest in humanitarian, livelihood, or development work
Good communication and teamwork skills
Basic organizational and administrative skills
Commitment to humanitarian principles and confidentiality
Ability to work with diverse and vulnerable communities
Preferred Qualifications
Background or interest in business, entrepreneurship, social work, or development
Previous volunteering or community work experience
Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Google Forms)
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
Monday, 9th 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
