Solidarités International Field Coordinator Jobs in Nigeria
About the Organization
SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian organization providing emergency assistance to populations affected by conflicts and natural disasters, with expertise in WASH, Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), and Shelter.
SI has been operating in Nigeria since 2016 in the Northeast and since 2020 in the Northwest, with coordination offices in Abuja and regional bases in Maiduguri and Gusau.
The Nigeria mission operates with approximately 165 staff, including 40 staff members in the Northwest region.
Job Summary
The Field Coordinator serves as the organization's representative at field level and is responsible for overseeing operations, security management, logistics, administration, programme support, coordination with stakeholders, and strategic positioning in Northwest Nigeria.
The role is based in Gusau, Zamfara State, with supervisory responsibilities for activities and teams in Zamfara, Sokoto, and Kebbi States.
Key Responsibilities
Context and Representation
Maintain SI's position as a leading WASH actor in Northwest Nigeria, particularly in Zamfara and Sokoto States.
Ensure active participation in humanitarian coordination forums and maintain strong relationships with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), local authorities, humanitarian actors, and the Nigeria INGO Forum (NIF).
Security Management
Monitor the security situation across Northwest Nigeria, particularly in SI intervention areas of Zamfara, Sokoto, and Kebbi States.
Closely track developments in Kebbi State due to the volatile security context and analyze conflict dynamics to minimize operational risks.
Provide security analysis and support informed decision-making regarding staff movement and operations.
Logistics Management
Ensure framework agreements are established for both logistics and programme activities.
Encourage suppliers to comply with national legal requirements for collaboration with SI.
Identify old furniture and equipment for replacement or auctioning.
Coordinate with headquarters and country coordination teams to ensure laptops and essential equipment are budgeted in new proposals.
Ensure experienced electricians and plumbers are identified and contracted through framework agreements in Gusau.
Administration and Finance
Ensure regular monthly budget follow-up meetings are conducted and share financial alerts with coordination teams.
Ensure budget monitoring tools (OFU/LFU) are regularly updated and forecasted through project completion.
Maintain strong budget oversight and financial planning at field level.
Programme Support
Support Programme Managers in ensuring close monitoring of project implementation and timely delivery of quality activities.
Promote the use of standard SI tools and systems.
Ensure the timely submission of internal and external reports, including APU reports, consortium reports, and donor reports.
Main Challenges
Operating within a humanitarian sector undergoing transition and facing uncertain funding prospects.
Managing a dynamic security environment requiring strong analytical and decision-making skills.
Supervising multiple operational bases
across geographically dispersed locations, requiring strong management support and oversight.
Security Constraints
The position is based in Gusau, classified as Security Level 3, requiring strict security procedures.
Staff movements must be conducted using SI vehicles, and a no-walking policy applies.
Certain operational areas remain restricted based on security assessments.
A city-wide curfew is in place in Gusau from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Frequent travel to Birnin Kebbi is required, subject to security approval.
Qualifications and Experience
Education
Master’s Degree in Humanitarian Studies, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Management, or a related discipline.
Professional Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in the humanitarian sector.
Minimum 3–4 years in similar senior management or coordination positions.
Experience working in international NGO environments.
Experience within WASH, Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), Shelter, and Emergency programming.
Technical Skills
Strong experience in strategic planning and team management.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to changing operational environments.
Strong analytical skills and capacity to process information rapidly and accurately.
Ability to communicate effectively internally and externally, including negotiations, governance discussions, and MoU management.
Sound understanding of security management.
Proven ability to collaborate with local authorities and local partners.
Core Competencies
Demonstrated experience managing teams in complex ethnic, religious, or sensitive operational contexts.
Willingness to work in volatile security environments.
Good knowledge of humanitarian project cycle management and operational management.
Strong diplomacy, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL's mission and values.
Languages
English: Fluent (mandatory).
Hausa: An asset.
French: An asset.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Solidarités International Field Coordinator Jobs in Nigeria
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