Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) Officer at Malteser International

Malteser International has been working in Nigeria since 2017. In Northeast Nigeria and more specifically in Borno State, MI is currently active in the WASH sector for improving the lives of both the IDP population as well as the host communities. The WASH activities focus on improved access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene. They include NFI distribution, solarization of boreholes, rehabilitation of hand pumps, construction of latrines and hygiene promotion. Malteser International thereby applies a participatory, gender sensitive and inclusive approach.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) Officer

Location: Katsina
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) Officer will be responsible for the implementation of the Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) Program within the Malteser Areas of Interventions in Katsina State.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of multipurpose cash assistance, ensuring high-quality data collection and reporting in line with Malteser International standards, and maintaining strong partnerships with communities and key stakeholders
• Lead community engagement, beneficiary targeting, registration, financial service provider procurement and supervision, cash disbursement, and market monitoring to ensure transparent, accountable, and effective MPCA delivery
• Manage program data collection, documentation, and reporting, contribute to learning and coordination processes, and ensure internal and external compliance with Malteser International procedures
• Strengthen collaboration with government authorities, cash coordination platforms, humanitarian partners, and community structures to ensure acceptance, effective coordination, and smooth program implementation

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in the field of Economics, Social Sciences, or agricultural economics, with at least 2-3 years of experience in connection with MPCA
• Strong communication skills, including proficiency in the local dialect (preferably Hausa and English), are a core criterion
• Ability to work effectively with local governments, align with MI values and standards, and cope in stressful or hostile environments, including travelling to deep field locations and conducting partner visits
• Qualified candidates currently based in Katsina or with Katsina State of Origin will be prioritized
• To promote inclusion, we advise applicants from both genders and people with disabilities to apply for this position.

Application Closing Date
17th February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online