NFI Officer – Adamawa State Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF)

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In a humanitarian crisis, the provision of Non-Food Items (NFIs)—such as shelter materials, hygiene kits, and essential household goods—is fundamental to restoring human dignity and basic survival. This role is critical because it bridges the gap between logistical supply chains and the immediate, life-sustaining needs of displaced families. By joining HARAF as an NFI Officer, you ensure that aid reaches the right people at the right time, upholding international standards of accountability in one of Nigeria’s most challenging operational contexts.

Job Summary

The NFI Officer is responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of essential household item distributions across Adamawa State. You will lead field assessments to identify resource gaps and manage the rigorous verification and distribution processes that ensure aid is delivered fairly, safely, and in full compliance with humanitarian principles.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Assessment

  • Needs Identification: Conduct comprehensive field assessments and community consultations to identify critical gaps in NFI availability among vulnerable populations.
  • Operational Planning: Design and implement daily work plans for field activities, ensuring that distribution schedules are efficient and responsive to local needs.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Actively engage with community leaders, local authorities, and inter-agency partners to harmonize aid delivery and avoid duplication of efforts.

Distribution & Logistics Management

  • Targeting & Verification: Oversee the fair selection, registration, and verification of beneficiaries to ensure that aid reaches the most marginalized households.
  • Distribution Oversight: Manage the physical distribution of NFI kits, maintaining order and ensuring that the process respects the dignity and safety of all recipients.
  • Documentation Excellence: Maintain a rigorous audit trail of all activities, including distribution manifests, waybills, and inventory stock reports.

Quality, Compliance & Reporting

  • Inter-departmental Synergy: Collaborate closely with Logistics, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning), and Protection teams to ensure aid delivery is inclusive and accountable.
  • Standards Adherence: Ensure all NFI operations comply with HARAF internal policies, donor mandates, and international Sphere Standards.
  • Impact Analysis: Support post-distribution monitoring (PDM) to evaluate the effectiveness of the aid and collect vital community feedback for future improvement.
  • Analytical Reporting: Compile high-quality daily, weekly, and monthly reports that accurately reflect field progress and challenges.

Candidate Profile: Qualifications & Experience

  • Academic Background: A University Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Logistics, or a related field.
  • Professional History: 3 to 5 years of substantive experience in NFI management or humanitarian field programming.
  • Emergency Expertise: Proven experience operating within emergency or displacement settings (IDP camps or host communities) is highly advantageous.
  • Technical Knowledge: A solid grasp of Humanitarian Principles and a working knowledge of Sphere Standards.
  • Language Skills: Professional fluency in English is required; the ability to communicate in local languages of the Northeast is essential.

Essential Skills & Competencies

  • Logistical Precision: Exceptional organizational and project planning abilities.
  • Field Resilience: A strong willingness to travel frequently and work in remote, resource-constrained environments.
  • Interpersonal Mastery: Advanced communication skills with the ability to build trust among diverse community groups and field teams.
  • Principled Conduct: An unwavering commitment to the “Do No Harm” principle and ethical aid delivery.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: Competitive (Commensurate with NGO sector standards for mid-level field officers).
  • Impact: Directly contribute to the resilience and recovery of crisis-affected households in Adamawa.
  • Professional Environment: Join a mission-driven team with deep roots in local humanitarian response and rural empowerment.

About the Organization

Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF) is a Nigerian-led humanitarian organization that has been active since 2011. Officially incorporated in 2016, HARAF is dedicated to serving the most isolated and underserved communities in Northeast Nigeria. We specialize in providing life-saving assistance and long-term development solutions that address the root causes of poverty and crisis. At HARAF, we are committed to transparency, community-led recovery, and the belief that every individual deserves a pathway to a life of dignity and self-sufficiency.

Application Details

  • Location: Adamawa State, Nigeria
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • Application Deadline: Rolling (Immediate application is highly encouraged)

How to Apply: Interested professionals should submit their applications via the official HARAF recruitment portal: Apply via HARAF Online Application Form

Tips for Applicants

The NFI Officer role is as much about human dignity as it is about logistics. In your application, demonstrate your experience with “Beneficiary Verification” and your familiarity with the “Sphere Standards.” Highlighting how you have managed large-scale distributions under pressure while maintaining calm and order will make your candidacy stand out.