Senior Warehouse Officer-in-Charge

In the complex landscape of humanitarian aid, the ability to deliver relief quickly and accountably can be the difference between hardship and hope. At Care First Community Initiative (CFCI), our logistics team serves as the backbone of our field operations, ensuring that life-saving supplies reach families in Dikwa precisely when they need them most. We are seeking a dedicated professional who understands that warehouse management is not just about moving boxes, but about safeguarding the resources entrusted to us by the global community to serve humanity.

Job Summary

The Senior Warehouse Officer-in-Charge is a pivotal field leadership role responsible for the tactical execution and oversight of our storage facilities in Dikwa. By maintaining rigorous inventory standards and leading a frontline logistics team, you will ensure that our multi-sectoral aid programs—from nutrition to emergency shelter—remain fully operational and compliant with international standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Direct all daily activities within the warehouse facility, ensuring a clean, organized, and high-functioning environment for the receipt and dispatch of goods.
• Inventory Management: Oversee the lifecycle of all stock, implementing regular physical audits and cycle counts to ensure 100% reconciliation between digital records and physical assets.
• Reporting & Documentation: Generate comprehensive data-driven reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to provide leadership with visibility into stock levels and movement trends.
• Compliance & SOP Enforcement: Ensure every transaction follows CFCI’s Standard Operating Procedures and meets the stringent transparency requirements of our international donors.
• Personnel Supervision: Act as a mentor and supervisor to warehouse officers, storekeepers, and assistants, fostering a culture of high performance, integrity, and safety.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor the condition of stored items, particularly perishable or sensitive humanitarian supplies, to prevent loss or damage.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Academic Background: Possession of a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Proven Experience: 3 to 5 years of steady career progression in warehouse management or logistics operations, preferably within a non-profit or emergency context.
• Leadership Prowess: Demonstrated ability to manage diverse teams and solve complex logistical challenges in high-pressure environments.
• Technical Savvy: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and specialized digital warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Core Competencies: Exceptional attention to detail, a high degree of personal integrity, and a proactive approach to risk management.
• General Requirements: Full fluency in English is essential, while knowledge of the local languages spoken in Borno State is a significant advantage. Candidates must be fully committed to humanitarian principles and safeguarding policies.

About the Organization

Care First Community Initiative (CFCI) is a homegrown Nigerian organization dedicated to restoring hope and dignity to populations affected by crisis. We operate through a holistic lens, providing essential services in health, education, and protection while advocating for the fundamental human rights of the vulnerable. Our work is rooted in the belief that local expertise, combined with international standards, creates the most sustainable impact. At CFCI, we don’t just provide aid; we build the foundations for long-term community resilience and social welfare.

Employment Information

• Work Location: Dikwa, Borno State
• Contract Type: Professional Service Contract
• Reporting Line: Warehouse Project Manager
• Salary Expectations: Competitive (Based on NGO industry benchmarks)
• Application Deadline: January 10, 2026

Benefits of Joining CFCI

By joining our team in Dikwa, you will gain invaluable experience at the heart of one of the world’s most critical humanitarian responses. We offer a workplace that values professional growth, ethical leadership, and the opportunity to make a measurable difference in the lives of displaced persons and local communities.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their application through our official recruitment portal.

Apply Here: Care First Community Initiative (CFCI) Application Portal

Tips for Applicants

• Focus on Integrity: In your application, provide examples of how you have maintained transparency or improved accountability in previous logistics roles.
• Field Readiness: Highlight your experience working in remote or challenging locations, as this role is based in Dikwa.
• Quantify Achievements: Instead of just listing duties, mention the scale of warehouses you have managed or the accuracy rates you maintained in previous inventory audits.