Humanitarian and Emergency Coordinator At Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF)

Organisation: Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF) Location: Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria Employment Type: Contract (3 Months) Reports To: Programme Manager Job Category: Humanitarian / Emergency Response Application Deadline: 6 November 2026

Job Summary

Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF) is seeking a competent, experienced and results-oriented Humanitarian and Emergency Coordinator to provide strategic and operational leadership for humanitarian and emergency response interventions under the NHF AA Project. The successful candidate will coordinate emergency preparedness, rapid needs assessments, response planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting. The role will ensure that interventions are timely, needs-based, conflict-sensitive, accountable and compliant with donor requirements and humanitarian standards. The Coordinator will also provide technical guidance to programme teams, strengthen collaboration with humanitarian stakeholders and support the effective delivery of emergency assistance to vulnerable populations, particularly internally displaced persons (IDPs) and other affected communities. The programme covers Yola North, Yola South, Girei, Fufore, Demsa, Numan and Lamurde Local Government Areas of Adamawa State.

Key Responsibilities

1. Humanitarian Response Coordination

• Lead the planning, coordination and implementation of humanitarian and emergency response activities.
• Coordinate multi-sectoral interventions, including protection, health, food security, nutrition, WASH, shelter/NFI and livelihood support, according to project scope and organisational capacity.
• Mobilise personnel, resources and operational support during emergencies.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans.
• Provide technical and operational guidance to field teams.
• Strengthen organisational emergency preparedness and contingency plans.

2. Needs Assessment and Response Planning

• Lead rapid needs assessments and situation analyses in emergency-affected communities.
• Identify emerging humanitarian needs, risks and response gaps.
• Develop response strategies based on assessment findings.
• Coordinate beneficiary identification, targeting, distribution planning and post-distribution monitoring.
• Monitor humanitarian developments and provide timely recommendations to management.

3. Programme Implementation and Monitoring

• Ensure programme activities are delivered within agreed timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Conduct regular field monitoring visits and provide technical support to implementation teams.
• Monitor programme progress and identify areas requiring improvement.
• Work with the MEAL team to establish effective monitoring and reporting systems.
• Ensure interventions are informed by evidence, beneficiary feedback and lessons learned.

4. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent HARAF at humanitarian coordination meetings, working groups and emergency response forums.
• Maintain effective relationships with government agencies, UN agencies, INGOs, local NGOs and community stakeholders.
• Promote collaboration, information sharing and joint response initiatives.
• Support HARAF’s participation in relevant humanitarian coordination mechanisms.

5. Budgeting, Reporting and Resource Management

• Contribute to the development of emergency response proposals, budgets and concept notes.
• Monitor programme expenditure and promote efficient use of project resources.
• Ensure timely submission of quality programme reports and donor deliverables.
• Document programme achievements, good practices and lessons learned.

6. Accountability, Protection and Compliance

• Promote accountability to affected populations (AAP), including accessible feedback and complaints mechanisms.
• Ensure beneficiary selection and assistance processes are transparent, fair and inclusive.
• Uphold humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence.
• Promote protection mainstreaming, gender equality, disability inclusion and conflict sensitivity.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), child protection and Code of Conduct policies.

7. Team Leadership and Supervision

• Provide technical supervision, mentoring and guidance to humanitarian programme staff.
• Establish clear performance expectations and monitor team performance.
• Promote teamwork, effective communication and a results-oriented working environment.

Qualifications and Professional Competencies

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Master’s degree in Humanitarian Studies, Development Studies, Disaster Risk Management, International Relations, Social Sciences, Public Health or a related discipline. A relevant bachelor’s degree with substantial experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in humanitarian programming, emergency response, programme coordination or related roles.
• At least three (3) years of demonstrated experience in a supervisory or coordination position.
• Strong understanding of primary healthcare, reproductive health, nutrition and disease prevention programmes.
• Proven experience managing humanitarian projects in complex and emergency-affected environments.
• Demonstrated experience in emergency needs assessments, response planning, programme implementation and donor reporting.
• Experience working with displaced populations, conflict-affected communities and other vulnerable groups.
• Experience engaging with government authorities, UN agencies, INGOs and humanitarian coordination structures.
• Fluency in English. Knowledge of Hausa or other local languages is an advantage.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application form using the link below: Application Link: https://forms.gle/gZYUGGNj7UnDCsFC7 Application Deadline: 6 November 2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF) is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of disability, age, sex, ethnicity, race, religion or background, including individuals from marginalised groups. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.