Mercy Corps is a global humanitarian organization
Location: Katsina, Nigeria
Organization: Mercy Corps
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 1–2 years
Field: NGO / Non-Profit, Project Management
About Mercy Corps:
Mercy Corps is a global humanitarian organization helping people facing crisis not just survive but build stronger futures. In Northwest Nigeria, we are implementing the Conflict Prevention Crisis Response and Resilience (CPCRR) program in partnership with IOM and CDD to support conflict-affected communities through peacebuilding, livelihood support, climate adaptation, and governance strengthening.
Job Summary:
The Program Assistant will support the day-to-day activities of the CPCRR program in Katsina State. You will assist in coordinating field activities, engaging communities, mobilizing beneficiaries, and tracking program progress to ensure smooth and timely implementation.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support Program Officers in planning and implementing activities
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Mobilize communities and assist with beneficiary registration
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Facilitate community meetings, sensitization, and focus group discussions
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Promote inclusion and active participation of diverse community groups
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Monitor and report on security issues in target areas
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Prepare weekly field reports and document lessons learned and success stories
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Ensure adherence to Mercy Corps’ policies, values, and code of conduct
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Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisors
Qualifications and Experience:
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1–2 years of experience in project or community-based work (experience in conflict programs is an advantage)
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A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience)
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Experience working with vulnerable communities in rural settings
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Strong planning, organizing, and communication skills
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Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic field environment
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Good reporting and interpersonal relationship skills
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Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, etc.)
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Fluency in English and Hausa is required