The Bakhita Initiative (TBI-JDPC) Vacancies

The Bakhita Initiative (TBI-JDPC) Sokoto – Career Opportunities

Organization Overview:

The Bakhita Initiative (TBI-JDPC) Sokoto is a Catholic, faith-based non-governmental organization committed to promoting human dignity, social justice, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. The organization implements humanitarian and development interventions across Northwest Nigeria, focusing on vulnerable and crisis-affected populations.

Under the ECHO SAHARA Project, TBI-JDPC Sokoto delivers life-saving assistance through integrated programming, including Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) and robust Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems.

Location: Daura, Katsina

Employment Type: Full-time

1. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer

Position Summary:

The MEAL Officer will design and implement monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning systems for the ECHO SAHARA Project. The role ensures quality data collection, analysis, reporting, and accountability to affected populations in line with donor requirements and humanitarian standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement MEAL plans, tools, and frameworks.
• Lead baseline assessments, routine monitoring, and endline evaluations.
• Design and manage digital data collection systems (e.g., KoboCollect, ODK).
• Conduct Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) and outcome tracking for cash interventions.
• Analyze program data and generate reports to inform decision-making.
• Establish and manage Feedback and Complaint Response Mechanisms (FCRM).
• Ensure accountability to affected populations through inclusive systems.
• Support program teams in data quality assurance and field-level monitoring.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories.
• Ensure compliance with ECHO reporting requirements and organizational MEAL standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ MEAL experience in humanitarian or development programs.
• Experience with ECHO or other donor-funded projects is desirable.
• Proficiency in digital data tools (KoboCollect, ODK, Excel).
• Knowledge of humanitarian standards (Sphere, CHS, Do No Harm).
• Fluency in English and Hausa is required.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and data management skills.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Strong teamwork and coordination abilities.

2. Multipurpose Cash (MPC) Assistant

Position Summary:

The MPC Assistant will support the implementation of cash-based interventions at the field level, ensuring efficient, transparent, and accountable delivery of assistance to vulnerable households in line with donor requirements and humanitarian standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in target communities.
• Assist in beneficiary identification, registration, and verification processes.
• Support the organization and facilitation of cash distributions (mobile money, vendor-assisted, or direct cash).
• Assist in conducting market price monitoring and field assessments.
• Maintain accurate beneficiary records and documentation.
• Support Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) and other data collection activities.
• Promote and support accountability mechanisms, including feedback and complaint systems.
• Engage with community leaders and beneficiaries to ensure effective communication and transparency.
• Provide regular field updates and support reporting processes.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of a National Diploma (ND) or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in humanitarian or community-based programming.
• Experience supporting cash-based interventions is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with mobile data collection tools (KoboCollect, ODK) is desirable.
• Basic understanding of humanitarian principles and standards.
• Fluency in English and Hausa is required.

Skills & Competencies:

• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in rural and hard-to-reach areas.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Safeguarding & Ethics (for both roles)

• The Bakhita Initiative (TBI-JDPC) Sokoto has zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), fraud, and any form of misconduct.
• All staff are required to adhere strictly to the organization’s safeguarding and ethical standards.

.3. Position: Protection Officer (Gender, GBV & Safeguarding)

Application Details

• Closing Date: 1st April, 2026
• How to Apply: Send your cover letter and updated CV to joellinus.loesun@bakhitainitiativejdpc.org
• Email Subject:
  • “Application for MEAL Officer – ECHO SAHARA Project” or
  • “Application for MPC Assistant – ECHO SAHARA Project”
• Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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