Job Vacancies at Care First Community Initiative (CFCI)

Duty Station: Gwoza
Starting Date: To be announced
Duration of Contract: 6 Months
Reporting to: WASH Officer

Role Purpose:

The WASH Assistant provides operational support to the WASH Officer in the implementation of water, sanitation, and hygiene activities. The role holder assists in hygiene promotion, community mobilization, and monitoring of WASH activities. The assistant will contribute 50% of their time to this project and work directly with communities.

Child Safeguarding:

Level 1 -- Limited direct contact with children; general commitment to safeguarding principles required.

Scope of Role:

Reports to: WASH Officer
Staff reporting to this post: Community Volunteers

Key Areas of Accountability:

Field Support and Implementation

• Assist in the implementation of WASH activities in the field
• Support construction and rehabilitation of water and sanitation facilities
• Assist in monitoring and quality assurance activities
• Provide technical support to community teams

Hygiene Promotion Support

• Support the organization and implementation of hygiene promotion activities
• Assist in training community hygiene promoters
• Participate in focused group discussions and community awareness
• Support data collection for hygiene promotion monitoring

Community Mobilization

• Work directly with communities to mobilize participation
• Support community contribution collection and management
• Facilitate community meetings and consultations
• Document community feedback and concerns

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain records of field activities and outputs
• Assist in monitoring data collection
• Support report preparation
• Document lessons learned and challenges

General:

• Carry out any other WASH-related duties as decided by the WASH Officer
• Comply with and promote all CFCI policies

Qualifications:

• Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or equivalent; tertiary qualification advantageous
• 2+ years of experience in community-based projects or WASH programming
• Fluency in verbal and written English and local languages

Experience Required:

• 2 to 4 years of experience in community-based programs or WASH implementation
• Strong community mobilization and interpersonal skills
• Basic understanding of WASH principles and practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse community groups
• Reliable and committed to community engagement
• Proficiency in basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work in field settings and demanding environments
• Commitment to community-centered approaches
• Valid Driving Licence (advantageous)

Salary: To be discussed during interview.

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Duty Station: Gwoza
Starting Date: To be announced
Duration of Contract: 6 Months
Reporting to: Program Manager

Role Purpose:

The MEAL Officer is responsible for project performance monitoring, ensuring outcomes and impact are tracked and documented. The role holder creates standard operating procedures to ensure CFCI accountability to donors and beneficiaries, manages protection data, and supports organizational learning. The officer will contribute 20% of their time to this project.

Child Safeguarding:

Level 2 -- Responsibilities may involve handling sensitive child protection data and access to information about children.

Scope of Role:

Reports to: Program Manager
Staff reporting to this post: MEAL/CFM Assistant, Monitoring Enumerators, WASH Monitors

Key Areas of Accountability:

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Design and implement monitoring frameworks and tools
• Collect, analyze, and report on project performance data
• Track progress against project indicators and targets
• Conduct baseline and endline surveys as required

Data Management

• Establish secure data management systems
• Ensure data quality and accuracy
• Manage protection and beneficiary data ethically
• Maintain data confidentiality and security

Accountability and Reporting

• Prepare regular monitoring and evaluation reports
• Document project activities and outputs
• Create accountability reports for donors and stakeholders
• Support compliance with reporting requirements

Standard Operating Procedures Development

• Develop SOPs for data collection and monitoring
• Create templates and monitoring tools
• Document project processes and procedures
• Ensure standardization of monitoring activities

Learning and Documentation

• Facilitate organizational learning processes
• Document lessons learned and best practices
• Support knowledge management and information sharing
• Conduct periodic review meetings and assessments

General:

• Carry out any other MEAL-related duties as decided by the Program Manager
• Comply with and promote all CFCI policies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Statistics, Development Studies, Public Health, Economics, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in monitoring and evaluation
• Fluency in verbal and written English and local languages

Experience Required:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in MEAL or monitoring and evaluation in development/humanitarian organizations
• Strong quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills
• Experience with data management systems and tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SPSS, or similar statistical software
• Strong report writing and data visualization skills
• Experience in protection and safeguarding data management
• Knowledge of humanitarian monitoring standards and best practices
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Commitment to ethical data practices and beneficiary confidentiality
• Valid Driving Licence

Salary: To be discussed during interview.

GENERAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

How to Apply:All interested candidates should click the link to apply: https://forms.gle/xSK3NfmMpPHEQySm8

Application Deadline: 13 November, 2025

Expected Interview Date:

• Management positions: 7 days after application deadline

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews
• CFCI is committed to Equal Opportunities and Diversity in recruitment
• We welcome applications from all qualified candidates
• A rigorous background check will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates, reflecting CFCI\'s commitment to child protection and organizational integrity
• No application fees are required -- candidates should be wary of any requests for payment
• CFCI reserves the right to extend the application deadline if necessary
• Candidates selected for interviews will be required to provide additional documentation including police clearance certificates and references

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

CFCI is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We actively welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workforce.

 

CHILD SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT

CFCI maintains the highest standards of child protection. Our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks and verification of credentials, reflects our unwavering commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are required to comply with CFCI Child Safeguarding Policy and procedures.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

 

ORGANIZATIONAL POLICIES

All CFCI employees are required to comply with and promote the following organizational policies:

• Child Safeguarding Policy
• Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy
• Whistle-blowing Policy
• Fraud Prevention and Investigation Policy
• Health and Safety Policy
• Data Protection and Privacy Policy
• Code of Conduct
• Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy

 

ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

 

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Professional development and capacity building opportunities
• Health and safety support
• Compliance with Nigerian labor laws and statutory requirements
• Supportive work environment aligned with humanitarian principles

Note: Specific benefits packages will be detailed in individual employment contracts based on position level and organizational capacity.

 

JOIN OUR TEAM AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE

If you are passionate about humanitarian service, committed to helping vulnerable populations, and eager to contribute to positive social change, CFCI invites you to join our team. We offer meaningful work in a supportive, values-driven organizational environment where your contributions will directly impact the lives of vulnerable communities.

 

We look forward to hearing from you!

CFCI operates across multiple states in Nigeria, with particular focus on humanitarian response in vulnerable regions. We work in partnership with government agencies, international organizations, and local communities to deliver integrated humanitarian assistance and development programming.

 

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Duty Station: Maiduguri
Starting Date: To be announced
Duration of Contract: 6 Months
Reporting to: Executive Director/Finance Manager

Role Purpose:

The Finance Officer provides financial management support including budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting. The role holder assists in ensuring compliance with financial regulations and donor requirements. The officer will contribute 20% of their time to project implementation while maintaining organizational financial operations.

Child Safeguarding:

Level 1 -- General commitment to safeguarding principles required.

Scope of Role:

Reports to: Executive Director/Finance Manager (if designated)
Staff reporting to this post: Finance Assistant (if designated)

Key Areas of Accountability:

Financial Management and Budgeting

• Assist in budget development and management
• Track project expenditures and commitments
• Prepare financial forecasts and analysis
• Support budget reviews and adjustments

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Maintain financial records and documentation
• Process financial transactions and invoices
• Prepare financial reports and statements
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and donor requirements

Procurement Support

• Assist in procurement processes and documentation
• Maintain procurement records
• Verify invoices and supporting documentation
• Support vendor management

Fund Management

• Track donor funds and allocations
• Monitor fund utilization rates
• Support fund reconciliation processes
• Ensure appropriate fund documentation

General:

• Carry out any other finance-related duties as decided by the Executive Director
• Comply with and promote all CFCI policies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in financial management or accounting
• Fluency in verbal and written English and local languages

Experience Required:

• 2 to 5 years of experience in financial management or accounting in non-profit organizations
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management
• Experience with donor reporting and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Excellent organizational and attention to detail
• Honesty and strong ethical practices
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential financial information
• Commitment to financial transparency and accountability
• Valid Driving Licence

Salary: To be discussed during interview.

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Duration of Contract: 6 Months
Reporting to: Executive Director

Role Purpose:

The Grant and Compliance Officer ensures successful implementation of projects in accordance with grant agreements and donor requirements. The role holder monitors compliance with all contractual obligations, manages grant documentation, and ensures adherence to organizational policies. The officer will contribute 20% of their time to project implementation.

Child Safeguarding:

Level 1 -- General commitment to safeguarding principles required.

Scope of Role:

Reports to: Executive Director
Dotted Line: Program Manager

Key Areas of Accountability:

Grant Management

• Maintain grant agreements and documentation
• Ensure project implementation aligns with grant terms
• Track grant conditions and requirements
• Support grant reporting and documentation

Compliance Monitoring

• Monitor compliance with donor requirements and regulations
• Conduct compliance assessments and audits
• Prepare compliance reports and updates
• Develop and implement compliance procedures

Documentation and Record Keeping

• Maintain comprehensive grant documentation
• Ensure proper filing and organization of grant materials
• Prepare compliance documentation for audits
• Support regulatory reporting

Risk Management and Issue Resolution

• Identify compliance risks and issues
• Escalate concerns to Executive Director
• Support corrective action implementation
• Document compliance actions taken

Coordination and Communication

• Liaise with donors on compliance matters
• Communicate compliance requirements to staff
• Coordinate audit and monitoring visits
• Support donor relations on compliance issues

General:

• Carry out any other compliance-related duties as decided by the Executive Director
• Comply with and promote all CFCI policies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in grant management or compliance
• Fluency in verbal and written English and local languages

Experience Required:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in grant management, compliance, or regulatory affairs in non-profit organizations
• Strong knowledge of NGO compliance requirements and regulations in Nigeria
• Experience with donor compliance monitoring and reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Understanding of humanitarian and development sector regulations
• Strong ethical commitment and integrity
• Commitment to organizational compliance and accountability
• Valid Driving Licence

Salary: To be discussed during interview.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews
• CFCI is committed to Equal Opportunities and Diversity in recruitment
• We welcome applications from all qualified candidates
• A rigorous background check will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates, reflecting CFCI\'s commitment to child protection and organizational integrity
• No application fees are required -- candidates should be wary of any requests for payment
• CFCI reserves the right to extend the application deadline if necessary
• Candidates selected for interviews will be required to provide additional documentation including police clearance certificates and references

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Duty Station: Gwoza
Starting Date: To be announced
Duration of Contract: 6 Months
Reporting to: MEAL Officer

Role Purpose:

The MEAL/CFM Assistant manages complaint and feedback mechanisms, ensuring all complaints are addressed and follow-up is conducted in a timely manner. The role holder supports monitoring activities and data collection. The assistant will contribute 50% of their time to this project while ensuring beneficiary feedback and concerns are properly documented and resolved.

Child Safeguarding:

Level 1 -- General commitment to safeguarding principles required.

Scope of Role:

Reports to: MEAL Officer
Staff reporting to this post: Community Feedback Volunteers

Key Areas of Accountability:

Complaint and Feedback Mechanism Management

• Establish and maintain CFM systems and channels
• Receive, document, and categorize complaints and feedback
• Ensure timely response to all complaints
• Track complaint resolution processes and outcomes

Data Collection and Documentation

• Support monitoring data collection activities
• Maintain complaint and feedback databases
• Prepare CFM reports and analysis
• Document trends and patterns in complaints

Community Engagement

• Communicate CFM procedures to beneficiaries and communities
• Encourage feedback and complaint reporting
• Follow up with complainants on resolution
• Facilitate community feedback sessions

Quality Assurance

• Ensure CFM processes are functioning effectively
• Monitor response times and quality of resolutions
• Identify systemic issues from complaint patterns
• Support continuous improvement of CFM systems

General:

• Carry out any other CFM or monitoring-related duties as decided by the MEAL Officer
• Comply with and promote all CFCI policies

Qualifications:

• Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or equivalent; tertiary qualification advantageous
• 1+ years of experience in community engagement or feedback mechanisms
• Fluency in verbal and written English and local languages

Experience Required:

• 1 to 3 years of experience in complaint handling or community feedback systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to work sensitively with complaint issues
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry
• Reliable and trustworthy approach to sensitive information
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of complaints
• Customer service orientation and empathy
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to community-centered approaches
• Valid Driving Licence (advantageous)

Salary: To be discussed during interview.

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Duty Station: Gwoza
Starting Date: To be announced
Duration of Contract: 6 Months
Reporting to: Program Manager & Executive Director

Role Purpose:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Safety and Security Officer supports efforts to mitigate risks to the safety and security of personnel, assets, and volunteers across all operational areas. The role ensures that safety and security management systems are effectively followed. The Safety and Security Officer maintains strong communication and collaboration with the Executive Director, aligning the area office\'s security practices with the broader organizational framework to ensure a cohesive and consistent approach to safety across all operations. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside normal role profile and vary working hours accordingly. The officer will contribute 20% of their time to project implementation.

Child Safeguarding:

Level 2 -- The responsibilities of the post may require contact with or access to children or young people.

Scope of Role:

Reports to: Program Manager
Dotted Line: Executive Director
Staff reporting to this post: Security Guards and Safety and Security Volunteers

Key Areas of Accountability:

Security Management and Systems

• Engage management and staff at all levels to facilitate adoption and compliance with CFCI\'s Safety and Security Policy and Standards
• Undertake Security Risk Assessments as per Program Manager request
• Assist the Program Manager in providing safety & security management advice, guidance and support to the program
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to the program in implementing action plans based on assessments and recommendations
• Lead efforts to identify and map safe havens across implementation areas, safeguarding both staff and beneficiaries
• Promote the concept that safety and security is an integral element of programme design and operations and should be amongst the first planning considerations
• Facilitate effective communication and operations for coordination while actively representing the organization in Regional Tension Taskforce meetings
• Follow up on all administrative issues related to the safety and security team

Field Support

• Ensure close coordination with the program managers, coordinators and focal points which is essential for the safe and efficient delivery of aid
• Maintain a continuous field presence and take the lead in ensuring distribution activities in collective shelters, centres or any relevant CFCI perimeter are carried out with the needed measures and recommendations
• Track daily missions and movements of staff members
• Ensure and regularly reassess that vehicles, premises and equipment are compliant with safety and security standards
• Work with relevant logistics staff, programme managers and transport staff to ensure that regulations for travel in the field are implemented in a systematic and timely fashion

Communication and Reporting

• Report to Program Manager, Executive Director and assist in managing safety and security incidents
• Report on safety and security at weekly meetings, and provide updates and information, verbally and in writing
• Ensure that communication systems are adequate and maintained and provide training to staff on the use of such equipment and communications protocols in conjunction with the Logistics Coordinator
• Disseminate and implement Safety & Security Management policy and guidelines

Documentation

• Develop briefing materials and maps to orient new staff on the security situation in areas of operation, highlighting relevant threats and procedures specific to their work locations
• Maintain and update a centralized filing system for all security-related documents (Weekly, By-weekly and Monthly Docs)
• Conduct ongoing threat assessments and prepare reports on the security status of offices, roads, accommodations, field sites, centers, and project areas

Capacity Building and Training

• Assist and lead in building the capacity of the staff in terms of personal safety and security
• Conduct security training for all staff in safety and security related subjects ensuring that policy and guidelines are understood and are being adopted and implemented across the programme
• Act as a team facilitator during the development of Area Security Management Plans

General:

• Carry out any other work with regard to security of CFCI as decided by line manager
• Comply with and promote all CFCI policies such as Child Safeguarding, Whistle blowing, Fraud, and Health and Safety

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in a related field or at least 5 years comparable related experience
• Fluency in verbal and written English and any local Language

Experience Required:

• 5 to 10 years of experience in non-profit organisations or Military engagement
• Potential experience on Natural Disaster management would be an added advantage
• Advanced level of understanding of various communications technologies, including VHF and HF radio systems, satellite phones, cell phones, etc.
• Solid training skills and the ability to develop and implement successful training sessions
• The ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment
• Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and database/mapping systems
• Ability to balance demands of beneficiary and security actors while maintaining appropriate contextual NGO security advice and coordination
• Sound knowledge of humanitarian principles of impartiality and neutrality as outlined in the Humanitarian Charter and the International Red Cross Code of Conduct
• Resourcefulness and creativity in developing the role of security within the programme and ensuring the most effective support to line management
• Effective coordination and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks, and responsibilities
• Strong communication, people management and interpersonal skills in English and any local language (if possible), with experience in leading multicultural, values driven teams
• Willingness to work and travel in often difficult and insecure environments
• Commitment to CFCI policies and values
• Valid Driving Licence

Salary: To be discussed during interview.