Latest Vacancies at New Foundation for Displaced Persons (NFDP)

Duration: 6 Months (with the possibility of Extension)

Job Summary

The WASH Project Officer will work under the direct supervision of the National coordinator to support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of all water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions across deep fields in Borno State. The position ensures that activities meet technical and quality standards, and are delivered within timelines, and promote equitable access to safe water, improved sanitation, and positive hygiene behaviours.

The role involves supervising field implementation, supporting community engagement, ensuring compliance with standards, and contributing to capacity building and sustainability of WASH services.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the National coordinator in planning, organizing, and implementing WASH activities in accordance with project workplans, donor requirements, and organizational standards.
• Supervise contractors, artisans, and community workers to ensure quality and timely delivery of WASH infrastructure and services.
• Train community workers in the maintenance and repair of WASH facilities. And, in the handling and storage of WASH facility repair kits.
• Participate in procurement processes by developing technical specifications (BOQs) and verifying the quality of materials and workmanship.
• Develop procurement plans and work plans for the implementation of the project.
• Develop technical designs and Bill of quantities for WASH facilities and interventions
• Oversee the installation, operation, and maintenance of water supply systems (including hand pumps and solar-powered systems).
• Conduct and monitor water quality testing, ensuring compliance with national and WHO standards.
• Support the construction, operation, and maintenance of safe sanitation facilities for communities and institutions.
• Facilitate Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) or similar participatory approaches to eliminate open defecation.
• Promote solid waste management, vector control, and environmental sanitation activities.
• Support any assign task in NFDP. 
• Design and implement hygiene promotion campaigns focusing on key practices such as handwashing, food hygiene, and menstrual hygiene management (MHM).
• Train, mentor, and supervise community hygiene promoters and volunteers.
• Monitor and document hygiene behaviour changes, using community feedback to adapt interventions.
• Prepare and submit timely progress, monitoring, and technical reports.
• Conduct post-distribution and post-construction monitoring to ensure sustainability.
• Coordinate with other sectors (Health, Nutrition, Shelter, Education) for an integrated, multi-sectoral response.
• Must take frequent field visits at least once or twice a month and must be willing to stay for a minimum of 10 days, depending on the task on ground.
• Represent the organization in local WASH coordination forums and meetings, as delegated.
• Build the capacity of community WASH committees and relevant local authorities.
• Ensure all interventions adhere to Sphere Standards, national WASH guidelines, and organizational policies.
• Mainstream gender, protection, and environmental considerations across all WASH activities.
• Promote accountability, inclusion, and respect for the dignity and rights of all beneficiaries.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills and Behaviours (Our Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Accuracy and timeliness in all areas of responsibility
• High level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations
• Holds self and others accountable
• Knowledge of Microsoft application, Such as Excel, Word, Power point
• Strong communication and interpersonal skill Integrity:
• Honesty, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity Desirable Criteria:
• Good training and facilitation skills (for support to beneficiaries/ partners).
• Ability to multi-task, engage in long-term planning, meet deadlines, and handle last-minute demands; exercise patience, and adapt to changing circumstances.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Environmental Health, Water Resources Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in WASH project implementation within humanitarian or development settings.
• Proven technical knowledge of water supply systems, sanitation design, and hygiene promotion.
• Experience in community mobilization, participatory approaches, and capacity building.
• Good understanding of WASH standards, protection principles, and gender-sensitive programming.
• Strong skills in report writing, data collection, and basic WASH monitoring tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in multi-cultural and multi-sectoral teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with basic WASH data management tools is an advantage.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Hausa or local languages is an asset.

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Duration: 6 months             

Qualification:  ND/DIPLOMA.

Job Summary:

The Finance Intern will provide administrative support to the finance team, assisting with financial management, budgeting, and accounting tasks. The intern will work closely with the finance team to ensure efficient and effective financial operations, and gain valuable experience in NGO financial management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with financial data entry and record-keeping
• Help with budget tracking and financial reporting
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Participate in financial analysis and planning
• Assist with financial documentation and compliance
• Support audit preparations and financial reviews
• Ensure adherence with NFDP policies
• Ensure proper filling of document
• Take day to day responsibility of managing petty cash and cash box
• Preparation of payment vouchers for cash and cheques and ensure timely settlement of all undisputed invoices.
• Facilitate and assist finance Officer to perform cash and bank reconciliation.
• The candidate must have good knowledge of accounting soft-ware (Quick-books).
• He/she should be able to process payment.

Key Requirements

• ND/Diploma, Bsc Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong numerical skills and attention to details
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Skills and Behaviours (Our Values in Practice)

Transparency, Accountability, Partnerships, Integrity, Team Building     

• Accuracy and timeliness in all areas of responsibility
• High level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyze complex sets of relationships and situations
• Holds self and others accountable
• Knowledge of Microsoft application, Such as Excel, Word, Power point.
• Strong communication and inter personal skill.

Integrity:

• Honesty, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

Desirable Criteria:

• Ability to multi-task, engage in long-term planning, meet deadlines, and handle last-minute demands; exercise patience, and adapt to changing circumstances.

Academic qualification.

• Diploma or recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration and Economics
• Minimum of 1 year experience in NGO

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INTRODUCTION

New Foundation for Displaced Persons (NFDP) is a non- governmental organization established under the Nigeria law dedicated to providing crucial support to individuals displaced by insurgency and crises to survival, recover and rebuild their lives.

Our core values; compassion, integrity, diversity and team work defines our approach to addressing human needs. our commitments extend beyond immediate crises, we focus on long term rehabilitation development and sustainability, especially people living with disability. with a blend of local expertise and global insight, we provide services in nutrition, health, livelihood, WASH (Water sanitation and hygiene), education and protection. 

Key Responsibility

• Assist with recruitment processes, including posting job ads, scheduling interviews, and conducting initial screenings.
• Maintain employee records and ensure all HR documents are up-to-date and accurate.
• Assist in onboarding new employees and organizing orientation sessions.
• Help with payroll processing and employee benefits administration.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department as needed.
• Respond and comply to any assigned duty in the organization
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in organizing company events and training sessions.

Specific skills, knowledge and experience: 

• Good university degree from a reputable university
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Fluency in English both written and verbal
• High level competence in computer skills (Microsoft office Applications)

Behavioral competencies 

• Planning and delivering results
• Empowering and building trust
• Communicating with impact and respect

Integrity:

• Honesty, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

Desirable Criteria:

• Ability to multi-task, engage in long-term planning, meet deadlines, and handle last-minute demands; exercise patience, and adapt to changing circumstances.

Academic qualification.

• B.Sc., Business Administration, Economics and any related field
• Minimum of 2year experience in NGO

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Duration:                6 Months – Extendable

Job Summary

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Assistant will manage information and reporting processes and products to ensure professional, high-quality communication in an organization\'s activities and results. He/she will play an important role in improving information management and data quality, and in strengthening knowledge sharing and learning across the organization.

He/she will also be responsible for full-cycle monitoring and evaluation of programs, developing appropriate methodologies and tools to design assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of project monitoring frameworks, including developing clear and measurable indicators and activity tracking tools.
• Assist in aligning MEAL activities with overall program goals and objectives.
• Contribute to the preparation of annual work plans by ensuring MEAL activities, targets, and indicators are well integrated.
• Maintain and update indicator tracking sheets, databases, and reporting tools to monitor project performance.
• Support adherence to monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and reporting requirements across all project sites.
• Collect, clean, and verify data from field activities to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Generate simple indicator reports and summaries to track project progress.
• Assist in creating data visualizations (e.g., tables, charts, dashboards) for reports and presentations.
• Provide basic reviews and formatting of MEAL reports to ensure quality and consistency.
• Participate in assessments, surveys, and evaluation exercises, including data collection, entry, and documentation.
• Support field monitoring visits to verify data quality, assess activity progress, and capture lessons learned.
• Facilitate regular feedback and accountability activities with community members and stakeholders.
• Support capacity-building activities for project staff and community structures on basic MEAL concepts and data collection tools.
• Contribute to documentation of best practices, success stories, and lessons learned for program improvement.
• Support any assign task in the organization as much as necessary. 
• Maintain regular communication and coordination with implementing partners, stakeholders, and community structures.
• Perform other duties related to MEAL activities as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills and Behaviours (Our Values in Practice)
Accountability:

• Accuracy and timeliness in all areas of responsibility
• High level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations
• Holds self and others accountable
• Knowledge of Microsoft application, Such as Excel, Word, Power point
• Ability to use accounting software. Such as Quick books, etc.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skill.

Integrity:

• Honesty, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

Desirable Criteria:

• Good training and facilitation skills (for financial training/support to partners).
• Ability to multi-task, engage in long-term planning, meet deadlines, and handle last-minute demands; exercise patience, and adapt to changing circumstances.

Academic Qualification and Requirements

• Minimum of HND or bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Information Management/Technology, Public Health, International Development, Public Policy, or related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in program monitoring and evaluation, including data collection, entry, and reporting in humanitarian or development settings.
• Basic understanding of monitoring and evaluation tools and methodologies (qualitative and quantitative).
• Experience in data entry and database management (e.g., Excel, Kobo, ODK, or other mobile data collection tools).
• Ability to prepare simple reports, visualizations, and dashboards.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Essential:

• Computer skills, especially in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience in Electronic Data Collection.
• Previous track record monitoring Nutrition projects with previous experience working with INGO/NNGO.
• Experience in planning and managing surveys, developing, and refining data collection tools, and with data quality assessments and oversight.

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Duration:                            6 months              

Job Summary:

The Procurement Assistant will support the procurement team in sourcing, purchasing, and contract management. He/ She will gain hands-on experience in procurement processes, contributing to the organization\'s operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with procurement processes, including tendering and bidding
• Support contract management and vendor selection
• Maintain procurement records and databases
• Conduct market research and supplier identification
• Help with purchase order processing and invoicing
• Support procurement reporting and compliance
• Assist with inventory management and stock control
•  Carryout all documents photocopying, scanning, archiving procurement files &reception of goods.
•  Proper filing of all procurement documents.
•  Sending a request for feedback regarding suppliers’ performance & update supplier files. 
•  Ensuring that all Supplies, services, and equipment required are delivered in time
• Expedite suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services and address any delays or issues.
• Maintain and update the asset inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping for office equipment and supplies.
• Ensure proper documentation and filling of logistics documents for easy retrieval and audit readiness.
• Support any assign task in the organization.
• Assist in data entry and updating databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
• Follow-up internally between the Procurement and Logistics department and the Finance department on procurement-related transactions.
• Support in the asset disposal process in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Following the guidance of the procurement staff, to ensure that all fields’ goods, to be dispatched along with all the needed documentation (Waybill).
• Collaborate with suppliers to build and maintain good working relationships.

Job Requirement

• ND/Diploma, B Sc in Supply Chain Management, Economics and Business Administration.
• Basic understanding of operations and logistics management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Hausa or local languages is an asset.

Skills and Behaviours (Our Values in Practice)

Transparency, Accountability, Partnerships, Integrity, Team Building:    

• Accuracy and timeliness in all areas of responsibility
• High level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations
• Holds self and others accountable
• Knowledge of Microsoft application, Such as Excel, Word, Power point.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skill.

Integrity:

• Honesty, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

Desirable Criteria:

• Ability to multi-task, engage in long-term planning, meet deadlines, and handle last-minute demands; exercise patience, and adapt to changing circumstances.

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Duration: 5 months

Location  Dikwa/Mafa-Borno State (Roving)

Job Summary

The Security Assistant will be responsible for preparing all needed documents and reports on daily, weekly, monthly basis, also responsible for all administration work for the Security Department.

At all times, the Assistant must report to the line managers in the base and security Advisor all matters regarding the Security of Staff and assets.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.

Main Task and Responsibilities

• Collects all NFDP program required docs to be submitted to his supervisor and getting the pass authorizations such as daily staff field visit, training/workshop, and travel permits.
• Undertakes any security – related duties assigned by direct supervisor.
• Doing all administration work related to Security and do the archiving of all Security documentation of staff.
• Manages and ensures all the movements of staff to be safe and cleared.
• Reports any incident immediately if occurred and write it via the incident management report system.
• Supervises and trains team members (Security Guards and Drivers) and enforce the Standard Operating Procedures from the organization.
• To be responsible for handling security equipment such as main office, warehouse, security office assets. 
• Takes an inventory of the assigned security equipment and ensures the devices are accounted for.
• Reports and monitors the daily activities, prepares the schedules, writes reports (daily, weekly, monthly), and sends emails.
• Maintains Order during emergency situations such as fires and directs people to exit points.
• Be able to travel to location assigned by the supervisor.
• Must do any related tasks asked by the supervisor when needed.
• Be able to provide some security drills. 
• Support in investigation and report security breaches / incidents within NFDP mandates.
• Monitors the contracted security guards and ensures those posts are always manned.
• Collaborates with the CSM conduct physical security survey of offices, fields, security protocols, vehicle, and staff residences to ensure compliance to Minimum Operating Security Standard (MOSS) and Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards (MORSS).
• Connecting with government departments and any other offices as required by the Security Department.

Job Requirements

• Preferably, a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• 3-4 Years previous experience working for NGO\'s is preferable. 
• Must work independently under difficult conditions and limited supervision. 
• Ability to work under stress. 
• Accountability is required to develop and achieve activities.   
• Punctuality
• Good communication skills. 
• English and Hausa language. 
• Computer skills: good acknowledgement of Microsoft office. 
• Must be able to solve practical problems quickly and efficiently when the need arises. 
• Able to write reports in English and Local Language.

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Duration.    5 months

Location        Dikwa and Mafa

ROLE PURPOSE:

To support implementation of WASH component of a project, including hygiene promotion, distribution of WASH items, follow-up of community hygiene groups, and collaboration with WASH stakeholders at state/LGA levels.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Carry out regular hygiene promotion to NFDP WASH projects
• Build the capacity of partners and NFDP staffs on hygiene promotion
• Ensure that community mobilisation approaches on the project fully integrate hygiene promotion concepts
• Provide support on WASH to other NFDP programmes and initiatives when required
• Ensure that WASH is integrated into trainings carried out on relevant NFDP projects 
• Carry out advocacy visits to key stakeholders at both states, LGA and community levels
• Work closely with warehouse team in ensuring hygiene items supplied by vendors are of good quality and standard
• Preparation of weekly plans and schedule of work, while ensuring compliance in meeting and reaching deadlines and targets.
• Work with and support the vendors to ensure all materials and equipment are in stock and any necessary orders are placed for all actions to be carried.
• Provide and support any assign task in NFDP. 
• Work with WASH Officer for timely collection and analysis of data for the monitoring of the activities 

QUALIFICATIONS   

• Degree/ Postgraduate certificate in Public Health, Development Economics, Education, Public Policy, Human Rights Law, Development Studies or any related field.
• Desired Number of Years’ experience – 1 (At least one year in a WASH intervention)

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Level of IT Expertise Required – Excellent
• Strong understanding of community dynamics, cultural norms, and the role of behaviour change in improving educational outcomes.
• Ability to clearly communicate and easily relate to state and local government authorities.
• Able to demonstrate positive attitude, and team player.
• Supports Training and Facilitation of Hygiene promotion activities

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Duration:         6 months

Experience     4 years

Location:        Dikwa. Borno State

INTRODUCTION

New Foundation for Displaced Persons (NFDP) is a non- governmental organization established under the Nigeria law dedicated to providing crucial support to individuals displaced by insurgency and crises to survival, recover and rebuild their lives.

Our core values; compassion, integrity, diversity and teamwork define our approach to addressing human needs. our commitments extend beyond immediate crises, we focus on long term rehabilitation development and sustainability, especially people living with disability. with a blend of local expertise and global insight, we provide services in nutrition, health, livelihood, WASH (Water sanitation and hygiene), education and protection.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan together with project assistants and volunteers to carry out Hygiene Promotion activities within the community to reduce WASH-related risks
• Supervise the Work of project assistants in collecting and recording data on hygiene promotion activities and share them with the line manager
• Conduct Facilitates Training and refreshers for plumbers and WASH facilities maintenance committee on repairs and maintenance. And hygiene promoters on hygiene and sanitation best practices. 
• Participate in WASH coordination meetings and other related field meetings.
• Provide Technical support and on-the-job coaching for project assistants and hygiene promoters.
• Liaise with the MEAL team to conduct needs assessments, baseline surveys and other assessments
• Be the link between the community leaders and the organization, identifying key hygiene challenges to be addressed.
• Participate and support any assign task in NFDP. 
• Understands and interpret Bill of quantity and design of WASH facilities.
• Ensure mobilization and sensitization of Project participants and community stakeholders in carrying out communal activities.
• Ensure timely completion of project activities according to the weekly and monthly work plan.
• Support Hygiene and MHM Kits distribution and sensitize beneficiaries on the proper use of the hygiene items
• Write weekly/monthly reports and share them with the line manager
• Develop a Work plan and share it with the project assistants and hygiene promoters to work accordingly.
• Develop WASH proposals for implementation, develop bill of quantity and monitor all constructions and rehabilitation
• Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time by supervisor.
• Participate in coordination meetings at the field level.

Experience and technical competencies

• Candidates must possess a minimum of a university degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• They should have at least four years of working experience in community-based projects, with a focus on WASH and Nutrition.
• Knowledge of local language is desired
• Commitment to NFDP values
• Training, facilitation and presentation skills

Behavioural competencies 

• Handling insecure environment
• Planning and delivering results
• Empowering and building trust
• Communicating with impact and respect

Integrity:

• Honesty, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

Desirable Criteria:

• Ability to multi-task, engage in long-term planning, meet deadlines, and handle last-minute demands; exercise patience, and adapt to changing circumstances.