Cash Distribution Assistant at the Community Health Justice and Peace Initiative for Development (JDPH) - 3 Openings

Community Health Justice and Peace Initiative for Development (JDPH) is a National Non-Governmental Organization working in the Catholic province of Jos, aimed at uplifting the living standard of rural and urban communities through capacity building and rendering lifesaving interventions in partnership with communities for a better society and good governance. Over the years, we and our partners have continued to provide developmental and humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in rural and crisis affected locations. We are committed to providing emergency relief services, empowering communities to be more resilient, embracing a culture of peaceful co-existence and social justice for all.

In accomplishing our objectives, the JDPH will be carrying out General Food Distributions (GFD) through Cash Based Transfers (CBT) and Blanket Supplementary Program (BSFP) in Fune LGA, of Yobe state. This is aimed at preventing already vulnerable House Holds from falling into starvation and malnutrition, focusing particularly on young children 6 – 23/24 months and pregnant and lactating women and girls (PLW/G).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cash Distribution Assistant

Job ID: JDPH/FSL/NT/2021/004
Location: Fune LGA, Yobe
Sector: FSL
Employment Category: Contract
Open to Expatriates: No
Slot: 3 Openings

Job Summary

• Under the direct supervision of the Cash Distribution Officer, the Cash distribution assistant is responsible for monitoring the vendors for cash distribution and other cash distribution related activities as will determined by the Cash Distribution officer.

Key Roles / Responsibilities

• Receive lists of HHs beneficiaries captured for cash assistance by the supervisor;
• Preparation of the supporting document for the release of cash transfer;
• Provide regular verbal feedback on field observations and verification findings to the Cash Distribution Officer;
• To provide daily distribution reports to the Cash Distribution Officer, including accurate figures of distributions done and challenges encountered, in the agreed format;
• Provide clear briefings to HHs beneficiaries of the CBT recipients on the field about the Feedback and Complaint channels.
• Ensure proper and safe filing of all cash distribution related documents (receipts, pictures, field tracking tools, hard signed copies and scanned copies).
• Ensure period of cash assistance is tracked for all selected beneficiaries,
• Refer cases of protection needs once identified by field visits;

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor in Social Work, Political Science, Finance, Business or related field
• At least 2 years of experience in humanitarian aid.
• Good knowledge of protection principle in humanitarian settings, of vulnerability criteria and of the context in northern Nigeria.
• Previous experience in carrying out cash assistance project with an NGO in a humanitarian setting.

Technical Expertise, Skills and Knowledge:

• Honesty and strong commitment.
• Accuracy in record checking.
• Ability to work as part of the team.
• IT skills including MS Office & Accounting applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination and safety of beneficiaries at all times;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team player;
• Comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible with working hours and able to handle pressure well.
• Language Skills: Good communicator in English, both written and oral as well. A good command of the Hausa language.

Application Closing Date
11th January, 2021.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated CV and Cover Letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post. All applications should be sent in English by mail to: [email protected]

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
• Please note, that given the urgency of vacancy, the position may be filled before the due date.