Multipurpose Cash (MPC) Assistant at Bakhita initiative JDPC

The Bakhita Initiative (TBI-JDPC) Sokoto is a Catholic, faith-based non-governmental organization committed to promoting human dignity, social justice, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. The organization implements humanitarian and development interventions across Northwest Nigeria, focusing on vulnerable and crisis-affected populations.

Under the ECHO SAHARA Project, TBI-JDPC Sokoto delivers life-saving assistance through integrated programming, including Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Multipurpose Cash (MPC) Assistant

Location: Daura, Katsina
Employment Type: Full-time
Organization: The Bakhita Initiative (TBI-JDPC) Sokoto
Project: ECHO SAHARA Project
Contract Duration: 12 Months

Position Summary

• The Multipurpose Cash (MPC) Assistant will support the implementation of cash-based interventions at the field level, ensuring efficient, transparent, and accountable delivery of assistance to vulnerable households in line with donor requirements and humanitarian standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in target communities.
• Assist in beneficiary identification, registration, and verification processes.
• Support the organization and facilitation of cash distributions (mobile money, vendor-assisted, or direct cash).
• Assist in conducting market price monitoring and field assessments.
• Maintain accurate beneficiary records and documentation.
• Support Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) and other data collection activities.
• Promote and support accountability mechanisms, including feedback and complaint systems.
• Engage with community leaders and beneficiaries to ensure effective communication and transparency.
• Provide regular field updates and support reporting processes.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a National Diploma (ND) or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field.
• 1 - 2 years of experience in humanitarian or community-based programming.
• Experience supporting cash-based interventions is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with mobile data collection tools (e.g., KoboCollect, ODK) is desirable.
• Basic understanding of humanitarian principles and standards.
• Fluency in English and Hausa is required.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Good organizational and record-keeping skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively in rural and hard-to-reach areas
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Integrity, accountability, and professionalism
• Ability to work well in a team.

Safeguarding and Ethics:

• The Bakhita Initiative (TBI-JDPC) Sokoto has zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), fraud, and any form of misconduct. All staff are required to adhere strictly to the organization’s safeguarding and ethical standards.

Application Closing Date
1st April, 2026.

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letter and an updated CV to: joellinus.loesun@bakhitainitiativejdpc.org using "AApplication for MPC Assistant – ECHO SAHARA Project" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The Bakhita Initiative (TBI-JDPC) Sokoto is an equal opportunity employer.
• Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.