Country Finance Officer

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In the humanitarian sector, financial integrity is the foundation of trust between an organization, its donors, and the communities it serves. As the Country Finance Officer at CFCI, you are the steward of our resources, ensuring that every naira is used effectively to drive our life-saving missions. By providing rigorous oversight of our logistics and warehouse budgets, you ensure that our supply chain remains resilient, transparent, and fully equipped to serve those in need across Borno State.

Job Summary

The Country Finance Officer is responsible for the strategic financial management and day-to-day fiscal oversight of CFCI’s operations, with a primary focus on the warehousing and logistics sector. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, you will manage complex budgets, ensure meticulous donor compliance, and provide the analytical insights necessary to maintain a cost-effective and accountable humanitarian supply chain.

Core Responsibilities

  • Budgetary Oversight: Monitor and control multi-site warehouse and logistics budgets, ensuring all expenditures align with approved project plans and organizational goals.
  • Financial Processing: Review and verify payment requests related to logistical operations, ensuring all transactions are backed by accurate documentation and authorized according to policy.
  • Asset & Equipment Tracking: Lead the financial tracking of warehouse assets and high-value equipment, ensuring accurate depreciation records and safeguarding against financial loss.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Guarantee strict adherence to CFCI’s internal financial manuals and the specific fiscal regulations of international donors (such as NHF, USAID, or UN agencies).
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare detailed, high-quality financial reports focused on warehouse and logistics costs, providing management with clear data for strategic decision-making.
  • Audit Readiness: Maintain impeccable financial records and supporting documentation to ensure the organization is always prepared for internal and external audits.

Candidate Profile: Skills & Qualifications

  • Academic Background: A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Professional Certification: A professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA, or CPA) is highly desirable and considered a significant advantage.
  • Relevant Experience: 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, with a preference for those who have worked within the NGO or humanitarian ecosystem.
  • Specialized Knowledge: Proven experience in managing complex budgets, particularly those involving logistics, supply chain, or large-scale commodity management.
  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced command of accounting software and Microsoft Excel (complex modeling, pivot tables, and financial analysis).
  • Personal Integrity: An uncompromising commitment to transparency, ethical financial practices, and confidentiality.

About the Organization

Care First Community Initiative (CFCI) is a leading Nigerian NGO dedicated to upholding the rights and dignity of vulnerable populations through holistic social welfare programs. From food security and nutrition to legal advocacy and clean water, CFCI operates at the heart of the crisis in Northeast Nigeria. We believe that professional, accountable financial management is a core humanitarian duty. At CFCI, we foster a workplace where integrity is the standard, and every team member contributes to a transparent and impactful aid delivery system.

Employment Details

  • Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
  • Position Type: Professional Service Contract
  • Reporting To: Executive Director
  • Salary Expectations: Competitive (Aligned with international NGO finance scales)
  • Application Deadline: January 10, 2026

Why Join CFCI?

Joining CFCI offers the opportunity to apply your financial expertise to a profound cause. We provide a professional environment where financial professionals are valued as strategic partners in humanitarian delivery. You will have the chance to refine your skills in donor-compliant accounting while contributing directly to the stability and recovery of Borno State.

How to Apply

If you are a finance professional with a passion for integrity and social impact, we invite you to apply.

Application Link: Apply via the CFCI Finance Recruitment Portal

Tips for Applicants

  1. Highlight Donor Experience: If you have managed funds for specific international donors (e.g., UN, EU, or US grants), list these clearly on your CV.
  2. Focus on Logistics Finance: In your application, explain how you have previously managed budgets involving physical assets, fuel, or warehouse rentals.
  3. Accuracy is Key: Ensure your CV and cover letter are perfectly formatted and free of errors, as this role requires an extreme eye for detail.