Warehouse Data Officer

In the humanitarian sector, data is the foundation of accountability and efficiency. As a Warehouse Data Officer, you play a vital role in ensuring that every item of aid—from life-saving nutrition to emergency shelter—is tracked with absolute precision. By transforming warehouse movements into reliable information, you empower our teams to make informed decisions that directly impact the lives of vulnerable populations in Borno State.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Data Officer is responsible for the systematic management, analysis, and reporting of all inventory data within our Dikwa operations. Your mission is to ensure that our digital records are a perfect reflection of our physical stock, maintaining the high levels of transparency required by our donors and the communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Information Management: Oversee the end-to-end data entry process, ensuring all incoming and outgoing inventory is captured in real-time with 100% accuracy.
• Analytical Reporting: Generate comprehensive daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports that provide clear insights into stock levels, consumption rates, and replenishment needs.
• Data Integrity & Validation: Conduct frequent quality checks and data audits to identify and resolve discrepancies between physical assets and electronic databases.
• Audit Support: Actively participate in physical stock counts and reconciliation exercises, providing the data-driven evidence needed for internal and external audits.
• System Maintenance: Maintain and update inventory databases, ensuring all electronic files are organized, secure, and easily accessible for program planning.
• Collaboration: Work closely with warehouse floor staff and project managers to streamline the flow of information from the warehouse floor to the final report.

Candidate Profile: Skills & Qualifications

• Educational Background: Possession of a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Statistics, Computer Science, Logistics, or a related analytical field.
• Professional Experience: 2 to 3 years of dedicated experience in data management, business analysis, or inventory control, preferably within an NGO setting.
• Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization) and experience with specialized inventory management software.
• Attention to Detail: An uncompromising commitment to accuracy and the ability to spot minute inconsistencies in large datasets.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong ability to interpret data and present findings in a clear, actionable format for non-technical stakeholders.
• General Requirements: Full professional fluency in English is required. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to thrive in field-based humanitarian contexts and a deep commitment to ethical safeguarding standards.

About the Organization

Care First Community Initiative (CFCI) is a grassroots-driven Nigerian NGO dedicated to protecting human rights and enhancing social welfare for the most marginalized groups in our society. We provide a wide range of essential services—including food security, health, and wash—with a focus on sustainable livelihoods and advocacy. Our organization is built on the principles of compassion, transparency, and local empowerment. At CFCI, we work tirelessly to bridge the gap between crisis and stability, ensuring that vulnerable communities have the resources they need to thrive.

Employment Details

• Location: Dikwa, Borno State
• Position Type: Contract (Humanitarian Field-Based)
• Reporting To: Warehouse Project Manager
• Salary Expectations: Competitive (Based on NGO industry standards)
• Application Deadline: January 10, 2026

Why Apply?

Joining CFCI offers you the chance to apply your technical skills to a profound cause. We provide a dynamic work environment where data isn’t just numbers—it’s a tool for saving lives. You will gain unique experience in humanitarian logistics while contributing to the stability of the Northeast region.

How to Apply

Are you a detail-oriented professional ready to make an impact? Please submit your application through our official recruitment portal:

Application Link: Apply via CFCI Recruitment Form

Tips for Applicants

1. Demonstrate your Excel Skills: In your CV or interview, mention specific ways you have used Excel to solve a problem or automate a reporting task.
2. Highlight Accuracy: Provide an example of a time you identified a data discrepancy and how you went about correcting it.
3. Local Context: If you have experience working in Borno State or understand the local logistics landscape, be sure to highlight this as it is highly valued.