Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing/modifying training modules for the promotion of hygiene practices at household and communities’ level.
• Assist in conducting door-to-door and communities’ visits to identify gaps in terms of hygiene, sanitation and use of water.
• Organize hygiene promotion awareness raising sessions.
• Mobilize communities to adapt safe hygiene practices as promoted by the project (personal and community hygiene).
• Assist in conducting training sessions for community members and CHVs.
• Conduct focus group discussion for women and girls to identify location for construction of WASH facilities.
• Write weekly activity reports.
• Assist in the process of beneficiaries’ selection for NFIs.
• Assist in beneficiaries’ registration.
• Assist in distribution of hygiene and other WASH related tool kits to the relevant beneficiaries.
• Conduct random visits to CHVs awareness sessions.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and efficient monitoring of project activities.
• Conduct needs assessments of the current situation in the targeted area for the aspects linked with WASH issue to draw future interventions.
• Identify opportunities for new initiatives based on the indigenous knowledge of the communities and give recommendations in writing of new WASH projects/proposal.
• Assist in the design and implementation of other complementary relief & rehabilitation interventions (including livelihoods, WASH, education, Shelter, DRR and emergency preparedness, etc.)
• Work in close cooperation with all key stakeholders including government authorities, community leaders, beneficiaries, and other providers of emergency relief/early recovery.
• Perform any other task assigned by Supervisor or/and Senior Management.

Work Experience:

• Minimum experience of 1-2 years.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Hygiene promotion experience in local community and emergency context.
• Experience of community mobilization and NFI distribution.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as to work autonomously when required.
• Good command spoken and written English and in local language of Zamfara.
• Knowledge of conceptual tools (e.g. logical framework) is an asset.
• Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing.
• Working experience with INGOs/NGOs is preferred.
• Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, including sensitivity to local cultures.
  • Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results-oriented.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
12th September, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments.ng@secours-islamique.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only applicants who are indigene of Zamfara state are encouraged to apply. .

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Administrative Coordinator and Finance Officer, the Finance and Admin Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

• Assist in maintaining all financial systems for the SIF Field office Maiduguri and ensure full compliance with SIF financial (SOP’s).
• To maintain up-to date knowledge of and implement national government requirements and regulations related to financial matters such as income tax, Sales Taxes, social security deductions etc.
• Ensure the full confidentiality regarding financial information.
• Withdraw Cash from the bank account under Admin Coordinator or Finance Officer.
• Management of the Cashbox & bank (Verify before payment that all the receipts/invoices/Taxes/social security etc are correctly filled and eligible for SIF accountancy (indicating date, details of the supplier, clearly written the amount with the stamp PAID);
• Daily update of the accountancy (Cash & Bank) according to the project activities and Finance and Administration needs.
• Perform daily cash count with Finance Officer and weekly with the Administrative Coordinator and to archive cash inventory every day.
• Supervise and follow-up all monthly payments (Per Diem, Salaries, House and Phone rental, Vehicle rental, etc) at the field office level
• Post all the financial transaction in the relevant excel sheet compatible with ERP function & ensure the all transactions are correctly allocated according to relevant accounting Head, budget Line, Project code etc.
• Timely inform the line management if there is any difference between books.
• Remain vigilant to circumstances which indicate risk of theft
• Collect the statement of Bank Accounts by the 1st of the following month.
• Assist Admin coordinator & Finance Officer in the monthly & yearly accountancy closure. Fill properly the monthly reconciliation form for each cash and bank, to be signed for approval by the Admin Coordinator & Finance Officer.
• Liaison with the log team
• Manage the Travel within the country for filed base staff (Booking air/train tickets).
• Keep original vouchers at field office base by ensuring that all procedures are met.
• Scan and archive copies of finance vouchers & send with monthly accountancy to the HQ.
• Undertake all other duties that may be determined by the Admin Coordinator and Finance Officer and that are compatible with the job.

Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree in Finance and Accounting or other relevant disciplines.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a Finance and Administration role with similar responsibilities.
• Experience working with an international NGO will be an advantage.
• Fluency in English and Hausa.
• Strong computer skills and experience working with accounting software.
• Experience liaising with a range of stakeholders regarding financial issues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and to take initiative.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to financial accountability and transparency.

Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments.ng@secours-islamique.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Female qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Main Task and Responsibilities
Cleaning:

• Cleaning and polishing all desk, floor, cupboards, shelves, etc.
• To sweep all rooms, dust desks and furniture daily inside the guesthouse and kitchen.
• To wash the floor and clean windows (inside & outside)
• To sweep and/or wash the stairwell at least once a week.
• To collect garbage of dustbins daily and to take the rubbish out on daily basis.
• To clean and disinfect the refrigerator when its necessary or at least on a bi-monthly basis.
• To defrost the refrigerator when it’s necessary or at least twice a year.

Washing:

• To change and regularly wash bed sheets and towels in guesthouse.
• To wash clothes of expatriate’s staff at their request.
• To wash by hand when specifically told.

Cooking:

• To prepare meals for expatriate staff as per their request.

Miscellaneous:

• Make sure all health and hygiene issues are addressed.
• To submit requests of necessary cleaning materials and products to the Log officer/Log assistant.
• Undertake any other duties as may be required from time to time.
• Ensure the non-disclosure of any information whatever relating to the practices and business of SIF, acquired in the course of duty to any other person or organization without authority except in the normal execution of duty.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a National Diploma / NCE qualification with at least 2 years experience.
• Experience as Cleaner / Cook in a humanitarian/recovery context preferably with a similar organization is a plus
• Knowledge of safe food preparation procedures, hygiene and preservation to avoid foodborne illness
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Ability to work under pressure and flexible
• Good knowledge of Local context and preferably residing in the position location.

Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments.ng@secours-islamique.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Female qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.