About this role
The role is for a Cash Officer with Solidarités International in Monguno, Borno. It supports humanitarian programmes by handling cash-related activities, beneficiary targeting, distributions, reporting and liaison with local authorities. The organisation runs aid programs focusing on water, sanitation, nutrition-sensitive agriculture and livelihoods, and employs both international and national staff. The position involves coordinating with field teams to implement cash distributions and ensure proper training and engagement of beneficiaries. It requires experience with cash-based assistance and working with communities in a humanitarian setting.
What you would do
- Plan and participate in beneficiary targeting and distributions under the supervision of the Activity Manager
- Conduct census and registration of beneficiaries and supervise distribution activities
- Recruit, train and manage daily workers and delegate site tasks
- Prepare implementation work plans and supervise field staff on site
- Collaborate with local government extension officers on nutrition-sensitive agriculture, farming and business management training
- Ensure beneficiaries receive appropriate training for income-generating activities and forward feedback for program improvement
- Maintain monitoring tools and archive project files; produce timely activity reports
- Support cash utilisation and pre-disbursement sessions for participants
- Pass on information about activity implementation, risks, and safety considerations to team supervisor
- Liaise with local populations and authorities to identify needs and potential issues affecting Solidarités International programs
What they are asking for
- BSc/HND or equivalent in Agriculture, Agronomy, Business Management, or Rural Development (nutrition background is an asset)
- 2 years of practical experience in a similar role with INGO organisations or 3-4 years in a national NGO in the same position
- Experience in IGA and cash distribution, especially CVA, is mandatory
- Knowledge of protection and inclusion is a plus
- Languages: English, Hausa, Kanuri and other local languages
- Good knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel); experience with RedRose, Kobo
- Skills: quick learner, autonomous work style, strong organisation, accountability, multitasking, report writing in English, deadline-driven, hardworking, able to manage stress
- Experience in Monguno or familiarity with local context preferred
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