Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.
We have been working in Nigeria since 2017. In Northeast Nigeria and more specifically in Borno, Taraba and Adamawa States, MI is currently active in the WASH, Protection and FNSL sectors for saving and improving the lives of both the IDP/refugee populations as well as the host communities. The WASH activities focus on improved access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene which include NFI distribution, solarization of boreholes, rehabilitation of hand pumps, construction of latrines and hygiene promotion. The protection activities focus on prevention and response to Gender Based Violence (GBV) cases. The Food Nutrition Security and Livelihood interventions mainly focus on micro gardening, pullet rearing for egg production, composting and Nutrition (food demonstration, referrals of malnutrition cases to nutrition partners, and sensitization on nutrition). Malteser International applies a participatory, gender-sensitive and inclusive approach.
For our work in Katsina State, Nigeria, Malteser International is looking for a qualified Area Coordinator – National Position.
The Area Coordinator provides strong leadership for MI’s programme in Katsina, ensuring sustained support to staff in planning and implementing WASH, MPCA, and other emerging needs. They ensure understanding and compliance with international and donor standards and facilitate strong coordination among MI staff to achieve programme deliverables. The role also includes maintaining close coordination with all stakeholders, monitoring the overall context, and escalating issues to the Senior Coordination and Management Team.
Main Responsibilities:
- Project Planning & Implementation
- Jointly work with Country Office Technical staff to develop an actionable, realistic and detailed implementation plan, aligned to aims, and objectives of planned and ongoing projects.
- In close coordination and robust collaboration with MI Senior Management and Coordination Team, ensure smooth implementation of project activities as per the agreed detailed implementation plan.
- Work closely with, the MI Country Programme Coordinator in oversighting the roll-out of the project monitoring plan, ensuring that agreed performance indicators are realised.
- In close collaboration with Technical MI staff, ensure high-quality programme, including compliance to donor standards, as well as adequate participation of beneficiaries and accountability mechanisms.
- Monitor changes in context including security, ensure shared analysis with the project partners and cascade any issues for consideration with the MI Senior and Coordination Team
- Lead Area planning for future complementary projects.
- Compliance
- Ensure key project deliverables, i.e., reports, and relevant donor guidelines are complied with.
- In close coordination with the Programme Administrator, ensure compliance with MI and donor operational guidelines, i.e., logistics, finance, and human resources.
- Representation
- Represent MI and Project interests specific to project implementation in Pulka. Pro-actively participate in sector meetings as per project scope, and other general coordination meetings. r. Enhance and create opportunities for MI and ongoing or /and planned projects. Keep abreast of technical development and conversations, in particular regarding WASH, Protection and future project development in food security and other sectors.
- Build and maintain relationships and effective coordination with like-minded NGOs, the UN, local authorities, government, and beneficiary communities.
- Cascade key issues and outcomes from coordination to MI Senior Management; and HQ as appropriate
IV. Project human and financial resources management
- Manage MI Project staff as per agency policies and procedures.
- Ensure project teams are supported to perform to expected MI standards and demands of the Project.
- Hold regular team meetings to enhance coordination and communication.
- Oversight of programme budgets and resources for the Area programme and inputs to budget controls
- Oversight of Area project expenditure and monitoring budget to actual expenditure in coordination with the Programme Administrator
V . Overall Support
- As a Senior Management Team member, be available to provide proactive support to other areas as needed and as directed by the Country Coordinator.
General conduct:
- Maintain a “client-friendly” atmosphere that is non-judgmental and supportive of beneficiaries regardless of their background, with special attention for respect of medical confidentiality.
- Participate in office work with colleagues as a good team player.
- Be an active role model towards the target population, by adhering to a healthy personal behavior and lifestyle.
- Maintain a non-judgmental and supportive attitude towards colleagues and beneficiaries regardless of their background, political affiliation, or religion.
- Take responsibility in representing Malteser International towards the local population, authorities and other (I)NGOs
- Adhere and respect Malteser International guidelines and codes.
- Carry out additional tasks as required by supervisor.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, Knowledge, and Experience
- University master’s degree in social sciences, business, or technical disciplines, and a minimum 5 years’ experience with an INGO in a developing or humanitarian context
- Strong experience in project management, coordination, and partnership management, including leading diverse operational and programme teams.
- Proven ability to manage field teams, supervise multidisciplinary staff, and work effectively with partners to deliver innovative programmes.
- Demonstrated analytical, systems-thinking, and decision-making skills with the ability to see the big picture and provide sound judgment in complex contexts.
- Experience in budget oversight, security and safety management, and familiarity with logistics, procurement, finance, and HR procedures.
- Strong communication abilities with proven capacity to work effectively with local governments, NGOs, UN agencies, and community stakeholders; contextual knowledge of Northwest Nigeria is an advantage.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented, results-driven, committed to MI values and standards, and able to perform effectively in stressful, hostile, and deep-field environments.
What we offer:
- Start Date: March 2026
- Duty Station: Katsina, Katsina State, Nigeria
- Duration of contract: 1 year
- Salary expectation: Salary according to the MI salary scale
- Other benefits: Group Life Insurance Premium, Health Insurance Package (Single/Family plan), 13th Month pay
- Annual leave + Compensation Leave + Academic Leave + Wedding Leave + Compassionate Leave – applicable
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at our job portal before the closing date, 12th March 2026.
Link: Area Coordinator – National Position
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