JOB SUMMARY:

The NFI Officer will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation of Non-Food Item (NFI) distributions for an IOM-funded project in Khartoum. The role involves ensuring efficient logistics, beneficiary targeting, and timely reporting while adhering to organizational and donor guidelines.  

Planning and Coordination

• Develop and oversee the implementation of the NFI distribution plan in alignment with the project objectives.
• Coordinate with local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders to identify beneficiaries and secure distribution sites.
• Ensure NFI activities are integrated with other humanitarian efforts in the area to avoid duplication.

Procurement and Inventory Management

• Work with the logistics and procurement teams to ensure timely procurement and delivery of NFI materials.
• Oversee the receipt, storage, and dispatch of NFIs at designated warehouses.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and track stock movements to ensure accountability..

Distribution and Beneficiary Support

• Organize and supervise NFI distributions to ensure they are conducted efficiently, equitably, and in accordance with the project timeline.
• Provide clear guidance to field staff and volunteers during distributions.
• Address beneficiary complaints and ensure a transparent and fair process.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Conduct regular field visits to monitor NFI activities and ensure adherence to operational standards.
• Collect and analyze data from distributions to evaluate project impact and identify gaps.
• Prepare and submit weekly and final reports to the project manager and donor as required

Compliance and Accountability:

• Ensure all activities comply with IOM guidelines, donor regulations, and humanitarian standards.

Implement accountability mechanisms, including feedback and complaints systems for beneficiaries.

EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS                                                                                 

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Humanitarian Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE  AND ABILITIES                                                                                                          

• Experience working with INGOs is an added advantage.

ABILITIES: 

• Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets. 
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international, stressful, and security-sensitive environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. 
• Strong commitment to building the capacity of national staff and partners with willingness to adopt participatory and consultative approaches. 
• Proven ability to build/work in a team and to manage and motivate personnel and to draw on individual skills to advance agendas and problem solve.  
• Ability to prioritize tasks. 
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret administrative reports, technical procedures, or government regulations. 
• Ability to write reports in English; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, counterparts, and government representatives. 
• Proven representation and advocacy skills with capacity to represent the organization in a professional manner to donors, volunteers, and the public. 
• Ability to work independently and in challenging environments. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with others. 
• Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct