Programme Officer – ECHO

Christian Aid is seeking a Programme Officer to support the implementation of the ECHO-funded Goyon Baya Response Project, with focus on WaSH interventions, multi-purpose cash assistance (MPCA), rapid response coordination, and protection mainstreaming in conflict-affected communities.

Support implementation of MPCA activities including beneficiary communication, targeting, registration, distributions, and post-distribution follow-up

Lead WaSH interventions such as water point rehabilitation, solar-powered systems, hygiene promotion, and maintenance activities

Support Rapid Response and Referral Mechanism (RRRM) including needs assessments and emergency response coordination

Coordinate with Financial Service Providers for digital cash delivery

Work with local partners and community structures for safe and inclusive delivery

Facilitate community sensitization, feedback, and complaints mechanisms

Ensure protection mainstreaming across all activities and referral pathways

Support baseline surveys, post-distribution monitoring, and market assessments

Maintain accurate records, distribution lists, and monitoring data

Use digital tools such as KoboToolbox/ODK and mobile money systems

Contribute to weekly and monthly reports

Uphold safeguarding, PSEA, and data protection standards

Participate in coordination meetings with local authorities and stakeholders

Report security incidents and operational risks promptly

Ensure compliance with organizational and donor requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Development, Public Health, or related field

4–5 years humanitarian program implementation experience

Strong WaSH programming experience

Experience in emergency response or rapid response systems

Experience in cash programming and protection activities

Familiarity with digital data collection tools and mobile money systems

Strong community engagement and field monitoring skills

Ability to work in insecure and remote environments

Knowledge of Hausa is an advantage

Experience in Northern Nigeria (Borno/Katsina) is desirable

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Working Hours: 35 hours per week