Country Logistics Officer - My NGO Jobs in Nigeria

In the humanitarian sector, logistics is the bridge between a strategic plan and a life-saving reality. At Care First Community Initiative (CFCI), the Country Logistics Officer serves as the vital link that ensures resources, equipment, and aid reach their destinations across Borno State with speed and integrity. We are seeking a proactive professional who can master the complexities of procurement, fleet management, and warehousing to drive our mission forward in even the most challenging environments.

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Job Summary

The Country Logistics Officer is responsible for the comprehensive design, implementation, and oversight of CFCI’s logistics and supply chain framework. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will manage everything from high-level procurement and vendor relations to field-level warehouse operations and vehicle fleet safety. Your goal is to create a seamless, transparent, and highly efficient logistical network that empowers our program teams to deliver maximum impact.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Operations: Plan and synchronize end-to-end logistics cycles, ensuring that the movement of goods and services is perfectly timed with project requirements.
Transparent Procurement: Lead the procurement lifecycle, from initial sourcing and tender management to vendor selection and contract oversight, ensuring full adherence to donor and organizational ethics.
Multi-Site Warehouse Oversight: Manage and optimize warehouse facilities at both the country and field levels, ensuring rigorous inventory controls and safety standards are maintained.
Fleet & Transport Management: Direct the organization’s vehicle fleet, overseeing maintenance schedules, fuel management, and transport routing to ensure the safe and timely movement of staff and supplies.
Asset Stewardship: Maintain a meticulous national asset register, conducting regular physical verification exercises to safeguard organizational and donor-funded equipment.
Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all logistical activities meet the stringent requirements of international donors and provide data-driven reports to the leadership team.

Candidate Profile: Skills & Qualifications

Academic Background: A University Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related professional field.
Proven Experience: 3 to 5 years of demonstrated success in logistics or operations management, with a clear history of career progression.
Technical Breadth: Comprehensive experience across all four pillars of logistics: procurement, warehousing, fleet management, and asset control.
Sector Expertise: Significant experience working with donor-funded projects (e.g., UN, USAID, NHF) is highly desirable and preferred.
Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience navigating ERP or specialized logistics management software.
Soft Skills: Exceptional negotiation abilities, strong problem-solving skills, and the resilience to work in a high-pressure humanitarian context.

About the Organization

Care First Community Initiative (CFCI) is a dedicated Nigerian NGO focused on transforming the lives of vulnerable populations through rights-based interventions and social welfare. We operate across various sectors, including Food Security, Health, WASH, and Protection, supported by a world-class logistics infrastructure. We believe that professional supply chain management is a core humanitarian value. At CFCI, we provide an environment where logistical innovation is encouraged, and integrity is the standard for every delivery.

Employment Details

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Position Type: Professional Service Contract
Reporting To: Executive Director
Salary Expectations: Competitive (Based on NGO logistics benchmarks)
Application Deadline: January 10, 2026

Why Join CFCI?

Joining CFCI offers you the opportunity to lead a critical function in an organization that is making a tangible difference in Northeast Nigeria. You will work in a fast-paced, professional environment where your logistical expertise is a key driver of humanitarian success. We offer the chance to manage diverse operations and grow your career within a respected and impact-oriented NGO.

How to Apply

Are you a logistics expert ready for a new challenge? Please submit your application via our recruitment portal:

Application Link: Apply via CFCI Country Logistics Form

Tips for Applicants

Showcase Procurement Integrity: In your application, explain how you have ensured transparency and “value for money” in previous procurement cycles.
Detail Fleet Management: If you have managed a large fleet or implemented fuel-saving measures, provide specific examples of these accomplishments.
Audit Readiness: Mention your experience in maintaining asset registers that have successfully passed external donor audits.

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Sama’ila Muhuddin is a dedicated Registered Nurse and humanitarian professional with over seven years of frontline experience. Since May 2018, he has served with prominent international non-governmental organizations, including Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Holland, Spain, France projects and ALIMA, responding to emergencies and providing critical care in some of the most challenging humanitarian settings.