Job Vacancies at Malteser International 3 Positions Opened in Katsina State, Nigeria

Malteser International is recruiting qualified Nigerian professionals to support life-saving humanitarian programmes in Katsina State. These roles focus on improving access to safe water, sanitation, hygiene, and cash-based assistance for vulnerable communities affected by crisis. If you are seeking impactful NGO work at the field level, these opportunities offer meaningful experience, professional growth, and strong benefits.

1. WASH Assistant (Technical) – National Position

Location: Katsina State, Nigeria

Contract Type: One-year contract (renewable subject to funding)

Job Summary

The WASH Assistant (Technical) will support the delivery of water, sanitation, and hygiene interventions in targeted communities. The role focuses on supervising infrastructure works, supporting hygiene promotion activities, and strengthening community engagement to improve public health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise construction and rehabilitation of WASH facilities
• Provide technical support to hygiene promotion and sanitation activities
• Train and mentor WASH Committee members, hygiene promoters, and volunteers, including on Menstrual Hygiene Management
• Support community mobilization and engagement with local leaders
• Assist with needs assessments, baseline surveys, and MEAL activities
• Support distribution of hygiene and MHM kits
• Ensure timely implementation of activities and accurate field reporting

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in field-based WASH programming
• Strong team supervision and coordination skills
• Fluency in Hausa and English is strongly preferred
• Ability to work effectively in demanding field environments
• Candidates residing in or originating from Katsina State are preferred

Benefits

• Health and life insurance coverage
• 13th-month salary payment
• Annual, academic, wedding, and compassionate leave

Application Deadline:  17 February 2026

How to Apply: Apply through the Malteser International job portal

2. Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) Assistant – National Position (2 Openings)

Location: Katsina State, Nigeria

Contract Type: One-year contract (subject to funding)

Job Summary

The MPCA Assistant will support the implementation of cash-based assistance activities, ensuring vulnerable households receive timely and appropriate financial support. The role contributes to beneficiary engagement, data collection, and programme monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Support delivery of multipurpose cash assistance interventions
• Assist with beneficiary identification, registration, and cash distribution
• Participate in market monitoring and community engagement activities
• Collect, manage, and report programme data
• Support MEAL processes and coordination with relevant stakeholders

Required Qualifications and Skills

• National Diploma in Economics, Social Sciences, Agricultural Economics, or a related field
• One to two years of experience in cash-based or MPCA programming
• Strong communication skills in Hausa and English
• Willingness to work in remote and deep field locations
• Preference for candidates based in or from Katsina State
• Female applicants and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Health and life insurance
• 13th-month salary payment
• Annual and special leave entitlements

Application Deadline: 17 February 2026

How to Apply: Submit your application via the Malteser International career portal

3. Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) Officer – National Position

Location: Katsina State, Nigeria

Contract Type: One-year contract (renewable subject to funding)

Job Summary

The MPCA Officer will lead the planning, coordination, and implementation of cash assistance programmes in Katsina State. This role ensures quality delivery, strong stakeholder coordination, and compliance with humanitarian standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of MPCA activities across project locations
• Oversee beneficiary targeting, registration, and cash transfers
• Supervise financial service providers and conduct market monitoring
• Manage programme documentation, reporting, and data quality
• Coordinate with government authorities and humanitarian partners
• Ensure programme compliance with donor and organizational standards

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field
• Two to three years of experience in MPCA or cash-based programming
• Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Hausa and English is an advantage
• Ability to operate in challenging humanitarian contexts
• Preference for candidates from or residing in Katsina State
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Health and life insurance coverage
• 13th-month salary payment
• Annual and special leave benefits

Application Deadline: 17 February 2026

How to Apply: Apply online through Malteser International’s recruitment platform

Application Tips

• Tailor your CV to the specific role and highlight relevant field experience.
• Emphasize language skills and local knowledge of Katsina State.
• Clearly demonstrate experience in humanitarian or development programmes.