CASH Officer at INTERSOS

Job Purpose

• The position holder will be responsible for the design, implementation, and monitoring of cash programs.
• The goal is to ensure that vulnerable populations receive assistance in a way that is dignified, efficient, and supportive of local markets, while maintaining strict financial accountability.

Responsibilties
Feasibility & Market Assessment:

• Conduct market price monitoring and supply chain analysis to ensure local markets can support cash interventions.
• Assess digital infrastructure (mobile money, banks) to determine the best delivery mechanism.

Implementation & Distribution:

• Manage the end-to-end distribution process, including beneficiary registration and identity verification.
• Coordinate with Financial Service Providers (FSPs) such as banks, mobile network operators, or internal finance units.
• Oversee the issuance of vouchers, debit cards, SIM cards, or paper vouchers.

Monitoring, Evaluation, & Risk Management:

• Perform Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) to ensure funds are used as intended and beneficiaries feel safe.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to fraud, diversion, or "protection" (ensuring beneficiaries aren't targeted for their cash).
• Manage the "Complaint and Feedback Mechanism" (CFM) specific to cash transfers.

Reporting & Coordination:

• Maintain real-time databases of disbursements and reconciliations.
• Represent the organization at Cash Voucher Working Group (CWG) meetings with other NGOs and UN agencies.

Position Requirements
Education:

• BSc / HND in Business Administration, Accounting or Social Science Courses.

Professional experience:

• 3 years working experience in similar position.

Professional requirements:

• Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet).

Personal requirements:

• Service orientation
• Behavioural flexibility
• Results and quality orientation
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Stress Management
• Commitment to INTERSOS principles.

Languages:

• Knowledge and fluency in English and local languages (Hausa and Kanuri) will be an asset.