Economic Recovery Officer – Sokoto North/South

About the role

The Danish Refugee Council is seeking an Economic Recovery Officer to support cash and voucher assistance (CVA) programmes in Sokoto North and South, as well as neighbouring areas. The role involves coordinating with stakeholders, managing beneficiary processes, and ensuring effective delivery of livelihood‑strengthening activities.

Key responsibilities

• Screen, select and verify beneficiaries according to project criteria and support the design and implementation of CVA, MPCA and nutrition activities.
• Manage cash distribution processes, monitor market prices, and provide guidance on food security and nutrition options.
• Supervise nutrition activities, community volunteers, and grievance mechanisms; conduct post‑distribution monitoring and submit regular field updates.
• Coordinate logistics, vendor engagement and stakeholder consultations; represent DRC in coordination meetings and inter‑agency groups.
• Work with the MEAL team to collect data, conduct spot checks and contribute to programme evaluations.

Required profile

• Minimum two years of hands‑on experience in Cash and Voucher Assistance programming.
• Experience working in humanitarian settings with displaced populations in Nigeria.
• Strong knowledge of protection, accountability to affected populations and do‑no‑harm principles.
• University degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences, Economics, Business Studies, Languages or related field.

Required skills

• Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) implementation
• Beneficiary targeting and registration
• Market monitoring and nutrition guidance
• MS Office proficiency