Christian Aid is an international development and humanitarian organization founded in 1945 by British and Irish churches to support people affected by poverty, conflict and displacement following the Second World War.
The organization works with local communities, churches, civil society organizations and development partners to tackle the root causes of poverty, inequality and injustice. Its programmes combine humanitarian assistance, long-term development, advocacy and policy engagement.
Christian Aid has been working in Nigeria since 2003. Its work focuses on climate adaptation and resilience, governance and rights, health and human development, and locally led humanitarian response in conflict-affected communities. Christian Aid +2
Mission
To create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty, inequality and injustice.
Vision
A just and equitable world where people live with dignity, have equal opportunities and can exercise their rights without poverty or discrimination.
Core Values
- Dignity and respect for every person.
- Equality and social justice.
- Compassion and humanity.
- Accountability and transparency.
- Partnership and collaboration.
- Inclusion and participation.
- Commitment to tackling the root causes of poverty.
Core Areas of Intervention
1. Humanitarian Assistance and Emergency Response
- Providing emergency assistance to people affected by conflict and disasters.
- Supporting internally displaced persons (IDPs), returnees and vulnerable host communities.
- Improving access to essential services during humanitarian emergencies.
- Supporting emergency food assistance and cash-based interventions.
- Strengthening locally led humanitarian response.
2. Health and Human Development
- Improving access to essential healthcare services.
- Supporting community-based health interventions.
- Promoting maternal, newborn and child health.
- Supporting HIV prevention, treatment and community health programmes.
- Strengthening health systems through advocacy and community participation.
- Promoting social and behaviour change communication.
3. Governance, Democracy and Accountability
- Promoting transparency and accountability in public institutions.
- Supporting citizens to engage with government and demand better services.
- Strengthening civil society organizations and community structures.
- Promoting inclusive governance and public participation.
- Supporting advocacy for economic and social justice.
4. Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment
- Promoting women’s participation in decision-making.
- Supporting women’s economic empowerment and livelihoods.
- Addressing gender inequality and harmful social norms.
- Promoting the rights and inclusion of women and girls.
- Supporting gender-responsive policies and community initiatives.
5. Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience
- Supporting communities to adapt to climate change.
- Promoting climate-smart agriculture and sustainable livelihoods.
- Strengthening community preparedness for climate-related disasters.
- Supporting environmental justice and climate advocacy.
- Promoting sustainable use of natural resources.
6. Food Security and Livelihoods
- Supporting food security for vulnerable households.
- Promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
- Supporting income-generating activities and economic recovery.
- Improving market access for smallholder farmers.
- Strengthening the resilience of households affected by conflict and climate shocks.
7. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
- Improving access to safe and clean water.
- Supporting sanitation and hygiene infrastructure.
- Promoting community hygiene awareness.
- Integrating WASH interventions into humanitarian and public health programmes.
8. Peacebuilding and Conflict Reduction
- Promoting peaceful coexistence among communities.
- Supporting dialogue and conflict prevention initiatives.
- Strengthening community resilience in conflict-affected areas.
- Working with local partners and community leaders to reduce tensions.
- Supporting recovery and social cohesion.
Geographic Reach
Christian Aid operates internationally, working through local partners and communities in different countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America and the Caribbean.
In Nigeria, it has worked since 2003 and has implemented programmes across several states. Its documented programme locations include:
- Borno State: Humanitarian response and community recovery.
- Kano State: Climate-smart agriculture, livelihoods and economic justice.
- Plateau State: Gender equality, peacebuilding and community resilience.
- Benue State: Community health, nutrition and development.
- Adamawa State: Humanitarian assistance and food security.
- Kaduna State: Governance and community accountability.
- Federal Capital Territory (Abuja): Country-level coordination and governance programmes.
Christian Aid also reports having operational offices in Abuja, Anambra, Benue, Borno, Kaduna and Plateau, alongside programme activities in other states. Christian Aid +1
Target Beneficiaries and Stakeholders
- People living in poverty.
- Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).
- Conflict-affected communities.
- Women and girls.
- Children and vulnerable households.
- People living with or affected by HIV.
- Smallholder farmers.
- Rural and underserved communities.
- Civil society organizations.
- Faith-based organizations.
- Community leaders and local institutions.
Partnerships and Collaboration
Christian Aid implements many of its programmes through partnerships with Nigerian civil society organizations, faith-based organizations, community groups, government institutions and international development partners.
Documented Nigerian partners include:
- Ekklesiyar Yan’uwa a Nigeria (EYN).
- Initiatives for Community Action, Resilience and Empowerment (ICARE).
- Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN).
- Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC).
- Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC).
- Nigeria Health Watch.
These organizations have been associated with specific programmes and collaborations; the relationships should not all be assumed to be current. Christian Aid +1
Careers and Opportunities
Potential career areas within Christian Aid include:
- Humanitarian Programme Management.
- Public Health and Community Health.
- HIV and Nutrition Programmes.
- Food Security and Livelihoods.
- WASH and Environmental Health.
- Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience.
- Governance and Democracy.
- Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment.
- Advocacy and Policy Research.
- Peacebuilding and Conflict Reduction.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL).
- Partnership and Grants Management.
- Research and Data Analysis.
- Communications and Social Behaviour Change.
- Finance and Compliance.
- Human Resources and Administration.
- Procurement and Logistics.
These are potential employment areas based on the organization’s programmes and operational structure, not confirmation of current vacancies.
Focus Areas – Christian Aid
Humanitarian Assistance • Health and Human Development • Governance and Democracy • Gender Equality • Women’s Empowerment • Climate Change Adaptation • Environmental Justice • Food Security • Sustainable Livelihoods • WASH • Peacebuilding • Community Resilience • Advocacy • Social Justice • Poverty Reduction
