Field Operations Manager at SafeStart Global Inc
Field Operations Manager at SafeStart Global Inc
Location Kano State, Nigeria
Employment Type Full time
Job Overview
SafeStart Global Inc is a nonprofit organisation working to improve access to chlorine for rural households in Kano State, Nigeria, through its Community Based Chlorine Access model.
The organisation is seeking a qualified Field Operations Manager to lead field operations, oversee programme implementation, manage field teams, ensure data quality, and maintain strong relationships with communities and government stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will plan and coordinate field activities, supervise Field Coordinators and Field Officers across active local government areas, ensure redemption points remain operational and stocked, and oversee community demonstrations and monitoring visits.
The role also involves managing chlorine supplies, transport, vehicles, field equipment, budgets, and inventory records.
The Field Operations Manager will oversee monitoring and evaluation fieldwork, implement data quality assurance procedures, review survey submissions, and ensure accurate field reporting.
Additional responsibilities include recruiting and training field staff, managing team performance, ensuring staff safety, enforcing safeguarding and data protection procedures, and maintaining relationships with government officials, traditional leaders, community representatives, and programme partners.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Candidates must have at least 4 years of experience in field operations or monitoring and evaluation, including at least 2 years in a management role with an NGO or research organisation.
Other essential requirements include experience managing field teams of 5 or more staff across multiple locations, field logistics and supply management experience, strong written English, fluency in Hausa, and excellent independent problem solving and decision making skills.
Additional Advantages
Experience in water, sanitation and hygiene programming, community health promotion, research and evaluation fieldwork, commodity distribution, SurveyCTO, Kobo, budget management, and rural northern Nigeria operations will be an advantage.
A valid driving licence is also desirable.
Application Closing Date
10th November, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the link below.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and a more detailed assessment. SafeStart reserves the right not to appoint.
