Area Coordinator - National Position

Art der Tätigkeit
Nationale Stelle

Land
Nigeria

Kontinent
Afrika

Malteser International (MI) 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.

MI has been working in Nigeria since 2017, implementing humanitarian and development interventions across Borno, Adamawa, Katsina, and Benue States. MI supports vulnerable internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities through interventions in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), food and nutrition security, and livelihoods.WASH activities focus on improving access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene through the distribution of non-food items (NFIs), solarization of boreholes, rehabilitation of hand pumps, construction of latrines, and hygiene promotion. MI also implements nutrition and food security interventions to address the needs of vulnerable populations, improve their well-being, and strengthen community resilience. Across all its areas of intervention, MI adopts a participatory, gender-sensitive, and inclusive approach, promoting community engagement, dignity, and equitable access to essential services for vulnerable populations.

For its work in Benue State Nigeria, Malteser International is looking for a motivated Area Coordinator – National Position.

The Area Coordinator is responsible for providing strong leadership in overall Management of the MI Area Office in Markudi. Working closely with and in support of MI core Programme and administrative staff, the Area Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that there is adequate, sustained, and consistent support to the partners and staff to plan and implement a multi-sectoral emergency response project. She/he is responsible for ensuring there is joint understanding with partners and MI staff to comply to agreed international and donor Standards and Guidelines in Project planning and implementation. Working closely with other team members and partners, , the Area Coordinator will ensure strong coordination in achieving programme deliverables. She/he is responsible for ensuring there are adequate structures to implement ongoing and future projects. The Area Coordinator is responsible for ensuring close coordination with all Stakeholders and close monitoring of overall context and cascade any issues that need attention of the Senior Management Team at the Country Office.

Your responsibilities:

Develop and coordinate realistic project implementation plans with MI staff and partners, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and agreed approaches.
Ensure programme quality, compliance with humanitarian standards, beneficiary participation and accountability.
Ensure timely preparation and submission of programme reports and other key deliverables in line with donor requirements and ensure compliance with MI policies, procedures and donor guidelines across programme operations, including finance, logistics and human resources.
Represent Malteser International in Benue State and actively participate in relevant sector and coordination meetings.
Manage and support project staff in accordance with MI policies and procedures, ensuring effective performance and delivery of project objectives.
Oversee programme budgets, expenditure and resource utilisation in coordination with the Programme Administrator.
Ensure effective management of the Makurdi office, covering administration, logistics, finance, human resources, communication and operational support.
Contribute to the development and implementation of area security and safety plans.
Monitor operational and security risks, implement appropriate protective measures and respond to emerging security threats.

Your profile:

At least five years of relevant experience working with an INGO in a developing country and/or humanitarian context, with a good understanding of the Nigerian context.
Excellent project management, partnership management and coordination experience, with the ability to oversee programme activities and work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
Strong analytical, systems-thinking and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to see the bigger picture, exercise sound judgement and make informed decisions.
Proven experience in managing field teams and leading project teams, including working collaboratively with implementing partners to deliver quality and innovative programmes.
Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with government institutions, local authorities and other humanitarian actors.
Proactive, resourceful and results-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work under pressure in challenging and insecure environments, experience in security, safety and resource management, a commitment to MI values and standards, and a genuine interest in continuous learning.

What we offer:

Start Date: November 2026
Duty Station: Benue State
This is a national position based in Nigeria, with responsibilities extending across assigned operational locations in the country and requiring frequent travel to field offices and project locations as necessary.
Duration of contract: November 2026 - September 2027
Salary according to Malteser international salary grade
Annual Leave, Compensation Leave, Academic Leave, Wedding Leave, Compassionate Leave if applicable.
Other benefits: Group Life Insurance premium, Health insurance Package (Single/family Plan), 13th Month pay.

Working for Malteser International

Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.

Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.

Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please have a look here.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this position, please apply online at our job portal. Kindly submit your extensive application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references) until Monday, 16th November 2026.