About the Role
Action Against Hunger | ACF Nigeria LTD/GTE is a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger, saving the lives of malnourished children, and providing communities with access to safe water and sustainable livelihood solutions. We are currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Programme Manager to provide programmatic and technical leadership for our FSL interventions in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the implementation of the FSL component of the NADIA project, developing detailed planning and strategies for Cash-based Transfers, IGAs, FFS, CFW, VSLA, and agricultural livelihoods.
- Coordinate vulnerability mapping, beneficiary selection, cash disbursements, and regular monitoring of project utilization in collaboration with field teams and technical staff.
- Manage financial forecasting, budget monitoring through monthly BFU reviews, and ensure compliance with donor and organizational guidelines.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the performance of the FSL team, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to internal action plans.
- Represent ACF Nigeria in external cluster meetings, donor visits, and coordinate closely with government officials and local stakeholders.
- Ensure seamless integration of FSL interventions with Nutrition, Health, MHPSS, and WASH programs at the community level.
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Animal Husbandry, Soil Science, Forestry, or a related field; a Master's degree is required if the first degree is in another discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years of professional experience implementing FSL projects in a managerial or supervisory role within the humanitarian sector.
- Strong expertise in agricultural production systems, social protection, cash-for-work, and income-generating activities.
- Demonstrated experience working in insecure or fragile contexts with a strong understanding of socio-political dynamics in Northeast Nigeria.
- Exceptional reporting, communication, and leadership skills with proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive medical coverage.
- Opportunity to make a tangible, life-saving impact in vulnerable communities.
- Professional development opportunities within a leading global humanitarian organization.