Novel Alliance for Development Aid (NADA) is a Nigerian non-governmental organization established in 2017 in Maiduguri, Borno State. The organization provides humanitarian assistance and development support to vulnerable people and communities affected by conflict, displacement, poverty, and other humanitarian challenges, with a focus on Northeast and Northwest Nigeria.
NADA works across humanitarian and development sectors, including protection, health, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), education, livelihoods, peacebuilding, and community resilience. Its programmes aim to address immediate humanitarian needs while supporting long-term recovery and sustainable development.
Mission
To provide integrated humanitarian and development services that improve the well-being, dignity, and resilience of vulnerable and crisis-affected communities.
Vision
To build resilient communities where vulnerable people can access essential services, exercise their rights, and achieve sustainable development.
Core Values
- Integrity and Accountability: Maintaining transparency and responsible use of resources.
- Human Dignity: Respecting the rights and dignity of affected populations.
- Inclusion: Promoting equitable access to assistance and opportunities.
- Professionalism: Delivering programmes responsibly and effectively.
- Community Participation: Involving communities in identifying needs and developing solutions.
- Safeguarding: Protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse, exploitation, and harm.
These values summarize the principles reflected in NADA’s humanitarian work and are not necessarily its official published list.
Core Areas of Intervention
1. Humanitarian Assistance and Emergency Response
- Supporting communities affected by conflict and displacement.
- Providing assistance to vulnerable households.
- Supporting emergency response and recovery activities.
2. Protection and Gender-Based Violence Prevention
- Supporting protection services for vulnerable populations.
- Addressing gender-based violence and related protection risks.
- Promoting the safety and dignity of women, girls, and children.
3. Child Protection and Mental Health
- Supporting child protection interventions.
- Promoting psychosocial well-being among affected children and families.
- Raising awareness of child rights and protection concerns.
4. Health and Nutrition
- Supporting community health and nutrition interventions.
- Promoting health awareness and access to essential services.
- Participating in activities that address the needs of crisis-affected populations.
5. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
- Promoting safe water access and sanitation.
- Conducting hygiene awareness activities.
- Supporting community health through improved hygiene practices.
6. Livelihoods and Economic Recovery
- Supporting vulnerable households to rebuild livelihoods.
- Promoting self-reliance and economic recovery.
- Encouraging skills development and sustainable income-generating activities.
7. Education and Youth Empowerment
- Supporting access to learning and educational opportunities.
- Promoting youth participation and empowerment.
- Supporting community-based development initiatives.
8. Peacebuilding and Community Resilience
- Promoting peaceful coexistence and social cohesion.
- Supporting community participation in peacebuilding.
- Strengthening local capacity to respond to humanitarian and development challenges.
Geographic Reach
NADA is headquartered in Maiduguri, Borno State, and focuses particularly on Northeast and Northwest Nigeria. Its programmes and recruitment activities have included locations in Borno, Yobe, Zamfara, Sokoto, and other states, depending on project requirements.
Target Beneficiaries and Stakeholders
- Internally displaced persons (IDPs).
- Conflict-affected and vulnerable households.
- Women and girls.
- Children and at-risk young people.
- Survivors of gender-based violence.
- Host communities and underserved populations.
- People experiencing poverty and livelihood insecurity.
- Community groups and local stakeholders.
Partnerships and Collaboration
NADA works with humanitarian agencies, development partners, government institutions, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders to implement its programmes. Its partnerships and funding arrangements may vary by project and location.
Careers and Opportunities
Potential career areas within NADA include:
- Finance and Accounting.
- Programme and Project Management.
- Protection and Gender-Based Violence.
- Child Protection and Psychosocial Support.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL).
- Health and Nutrition.
- WASH.
- Livelihoods and Economic Recovery.
- Procurement and Logistics.
- Human Resources and Administration.
- Community Mobilization and Field Operations.
These are potential career areas and do not confirm current vacancies.
Focus Areas – NADA
Humanitarian Assistance • Protection • Gender-Based Violence Prevention • Child Protection • Mental Health and Psychosocial Support • Health and Nutrition • WASH • Education • Livelihoods • Peacebuilding • Youth Empowerment • Community Resilience
