Latest Jobs at Mercy Corps – 4 Positions

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Since 1979, we have helped people grappling with the toughest hardships survive – and then thrive. That’s the heart of our approach: We help communities turn crisis into opportunity. Throughout our history, Mercy Corps has demonstrated innovation, timeliness and the ability to adapt quickly to changing realities.

Individuals interested in the jobs at Mercy Corps should review the job details, requirements, and application process provided below.

Grants and Reporting Specialist (Consultant)

Specifications:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND – MBA/MSC/MA
• Location: Abuja | Nigeria. See other Jobs in Abuja
• Category: NGO
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Description:

• Mercy Corps Nigeria (MCN) has a mixed portfolio comprising of projects and programs that meet urgent humanitarian needs, strengthen governance and address root causes of conflicts and build resilience to long-term development. MCN operates in the Northeast, Northwest, Northcentral and South of Nigeria, implementing various projects focusing on peace building, livelihoods, and water and food security.
• These projects are funded by USG, EU and other private donors and foundations.

General Position Summary:
The consultant will provide strategic and technical support to Mercy Corps Nigeria across two core areas:

• Strengthening donor engagement and grants (50%)
• Supporting donor reporting, documentation, and learning outputs for active awards (50%)
• This dual focus ensures that the consultancy contributes meaningfully to ongoing program implementation while also enhancing Mercy Corps Nigeria’s long-term positioning for new funding opportunities.
• The consultancy is designed to advance Mercy Corps Nigeria’s donor engagement and resource mobilization efforts, while also supporting award-aligned program quality functions.
• The consultant will play a key role in refining donor engagement strategies, strengthening reporting and documentation processes, developing targeted funding approaches, and advancing partnership models that align with the country strategy and evolving program priorities.
• The assignment will deliver practical outputs and tools that improve Mercy Corps Nigeria’s strategic visibility, reporting quality, and preparedness for future funding.
• Work will be organized around four key milestones, each with clearly defined deliverables that contribute to building a strong funding pipeline, improving reporting and documentation, and deepening donor and partner engagement.

Responsibilities
Milestone 1:Reporting and Learning Documentation

• Review quarterly and annual reports for priority programs (to be assigned by PaQ Manager)
• Document at least two quality case studies from field programs
• Lead internal dissemination of program products or learnings

Milestone 2: Strategic Document Review and Update

• Review Mercy Corps Nigeria’s Country Strategy and Donor Engagement Strategy.
• Propose and document updates to reflect the evolving donor landscape, changing programmatic priorities, and the current operating context.
• Deliverable: Updated and validated Country Strategy and Donor Engagement Strategy documents. Timeline: Within 3 weeks of contract start date.

Milestone 3:Donor and Partner Mapping Report

• Review the existing detailed mapping of donors and partners operating in Nigeria, including: Who is funding what, where, and through which channels.
• Current donor interests, emerging funding trends, and alignment with Mercy Corps Nigeria’s priorities.
• Provide actionable recommendations on donor engagement strategies and identify key partnership opportunities (both local and international).
• Deliverable: Comprehensive Donor and Partner Mapping Report with practical recommendations. Timeline: Within 6 weeks of contract start date.

Milestone 4:Donor Briefing Materials and Pitch Packs

• Develop tailored donor engagement materials, including:
• Updated country profiles.
• Thematic capacity statements.
• Success stories and value propositions.
• Prepare at least three customized pitch packs or briefing decks targeting top-priority donors. Deliverable: Minimum of three donor briefing packs tailored to priority donors.
• Timeline: Within 2 weeks after the completion of Milestone 2.

Milestone 5 (Based on Need): Pipeline Support and Pre-positioning Briefs

• Identify 2–3 top upcoming funding opportunities that align with Mercy Corps Nigeria’s strategic priorities.
• Provide pre-positioning support, including partner recommendations and draft one-pagers or concept notes for early engagement.
• Deliverable: Pre-positioning briefs for up to three funding opportunities, as identified. Timeline: Based on emerging donor opportunities and activated on request.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s or equivalent in a field related to Humanitarian or
• International Development or relevant fields is preferred.
• At least 5 to 7 years’ experience in grants management and/or business development.
• Very strong writer with expert command of English grammar and Associated Press (AP) style.
• Demonstrated experience with competitive proposals in programming contexts like Mercy Corps.
• Familiarity with USG funding mechanisms and proposal requirements. Experience with non-USG public donors is highly desirable (FCDO, ECHO, EU, SDC, SIDA, etc.).
• Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, and information management systems.
• Experience working in the Africa region and high-risk contexts preferred.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively with internal and external stakeholders, and to play a leadership role in convening groups. Skills in relationship building and coordination.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to Mercy Corps project sites and field locations, including travelling to insecure environments, is required.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, communication and networking skills; and the ability to work with diverse populations
• Skilled at delivering and facilitating training and capacity building interventions, e.g. coaching, mentorship.
• Analytical, problem solver, with strong experience and understanding of project cycle management and coordination.
• High level of self-awareness and self-development, with the maturity to deal with constructive feedback
• The willingness and ability to adapt leadership and management style as appropriate
• Fluency in English is required.
• The ideal consultant is a strategic thinker and experienced professional with a strong track record in donor engagement, fundraising strategy, and partnership development within complex program environments.
• They bring a high degree of independence, can quickly grasp program priorities, and deliver high-quality, actionable outputs within tight timelines.
• The consultant possesses excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize information into clear strategic documents and compelling donor materials.
• They are skilled at engaging with diverse teams and external stakeholders, fostering constructive collaboration without requiring day-to-day supervision.
• Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a results-oriented mindset are essential, along with proven experience in navigating the donor landscape in development and humanitarian contexts.

Water Utility Engineer

Specifications:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND – MBA/MSC/MA
• Location: Abia, Delta | Nigeria. See other Jobs in Lagos
• Category: NGO
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Description:

 The Water Utility Engineer is responsible for all engineering and infrastructure aspects of construction work in Delta or Abia states under the small-town WASH program. The incumbent will supervise the infrastructure team and work closely with other program team members to select projects, develop project designs, and/or supervise contractors to implement them, apply quality control measures, and ensure the timely implementation of high-quality infrastructure projects. In addition to overall technical project implementation and management, the incumbent will work closely with local authorities, communities, private/public organizations, and other stakeholders to develop operations and maintenance (O&M) plans and increase the likelihood that these will be sustainably managed. 

Essential Responsibilities

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

•  Work with program team members to understand infrastructure requirements, select sites, conduct scoping and feasibility studies, and design projects.
•  Develop and manage work plans for infrastructure projects.
•  Work with the M&E team, contractors, communities, and other stakeholders to ensure that projects are implemented on time, on scope, and on budget.
•  Conduct frequent site visits to determine any deviations or challenges and suggest appropriate solutions.
•  Ensure that Mercy Corps’ Infrastructure Minimum standards are understood and met for each project.
•  Develop detailed remote monitoring plans for less accessible sites.
•  Develop Standard Operating Procedures and ensure adherence to the same.
•  Develop site-specific safety plans and ensure adherence to the same.
•  Maintain a well-organized filing system for infrastructure project documentation.
•  Work with local authorities to develop O&M and handover plans.
•  Work with the CARM team to ensure that community members and other stakeholders have access to feedback channels before, during, and after construction.
•  Maintain clear and open lines of communication with all stakeholders.

TECHNICAL OVERSIGHT

•  Conduct feasibility and technical assessments for planned projects, using this information to inform project plans, adjustments, and decision-making.
•  Develop technical and design specifications, consulting with outside expertise as needed to ensure a full understanding of the work required. Ensure that design packages align with quality expectations and host government regulations.
•  Develop quality control procedures appropriate to each project. Ensure the implementation and documentation of quality control procedures.
•  Prepare technical documentation for tendering packages. If requested, participate in the tendering process for contractors, including pre-qualification and technical reviews.
•  If required, conduct training for pre-qualified vendors.
•  Provide construction management supervision, including oversight of onsite work, materials testing, report development, and verification of quantities. Support the processing of payments and handover procedures.
•  Develop or follow established guidelines on essential tests to be carried out prior to infrastructure or rehabilitation activities.
•  Prepare site visit and quality check reports and contribute to overall program reporting.
•  Contribute to environmental impact assessment and mitigation plans.

 TEAM LEADERSHIP (IF RELEVANT)

•  Identify staffing needs within the technical team and coordinate with program leadership to recruit, onboard, train, and supervise these team members.
•  Identify training needs and deliver resulting training plans.
•  Develop guidance notes and checklists for team members participating in construction management.

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Qualifications and Requirements:

• Any skills you have gained through education, volunteer work, or life experience that are relevant to the position will be considered. Be sure to fully explain transferable skills and success factors, and how they apply to this position in your cover letter.
• BSc. in civil engineering or a related field. MSc preferred.
• 5-7 (for Engineer) or 8-10 (for Senior Engineer) years of experience in designing and implementing infrastructure projects.
• Ability to work effectively with team members of varied working styles and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to develop clear and concise documentation for tendering and oversight.
• Proven ability to deliver infrastructure projects in challenging and time-sensitive environments.
• Applicants who are currently residing in Abia or Delta states, and possess strong knowledge of the local language and context are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Strong construction management experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with training development and delivery, and the development of high-performing infrastructure teams.
• Strong ICT skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and process information into action, avoiding delays.
• A clear understanding of ethical and regulatory compliance associated with infrastructure projects.

Infrastructure Manager

Specifications:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND – MBA/MSC/MA
• Location: Lagos| Nigeria. See other Jobs in Lagos
• Category: NGO
• Job Alerts: To receive Job Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE

Description:

• The Infrastructure Manager will be part of Mercy Corps Nigeria’s Water Security portfolio, which leads the implementation of small-town WASH and community infrastructure projects across Southern Nigeria. Following the suspension of one of MCN’s signature Small Town WASH activities and the resulting termination of construction works in Abia, and Delta states, Mercy Corps secured new donor funding to complete these critical projects and restore stakeholder confidence.
• The department provides technical leadership, program management, and compliance oversight for all infrastructure works, ensuring that water supply systems are designed, constructed, and handed over to communities and local authorities in line with international standards, government regulations, and Mercy Corps’ Infrastructure Minimum Standards.

The Position

• The Infrastructure Manager supervises infrastructure standards, processes, and implementation of small-town water supply projects with construction components in Abia and delta states.
• The incumbent leads the portfolio-level infrastructure unit, ensuring a consistent approach to the design and management of infrastructure activities across all programs. The incumbent manages team members within this unit.

Essential Responsibilities
Technical Oversight and Programs Management:

• Liaise closely with officials from contractors, host government regulatory bodies, and partners to align technical expectations.
• Conduct, or lead the development of standardized processes to conduct, technical assessments for construction projects.
• Develop, or lead the development of standardized processes to develop, design packages and bills of quantities, assisting Operations with tendering processes including contractor prequalification, tender package development, quality control plan development, contractor
• selection, and contractor monitoring.
• Design quality control processes for all construction projects in the portfolio, ensuring that the seare conducted in a standardized way that meetings process quality specifications.
• Ensure that Mercy Corps’ Infrastructure Minimum Standards are understood and applied across all projects.
• Work with procurement to coordinate the timely procurement of project inputs according to required specifications.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor project implementation.
• Input into, or review, report elements associated with the infrastructure components of programs.
• Collaborate with program, finance, and operations management to streamline the delivery of construction projects.
• Ensure that construction projects are on time, on scope and on budget, using effective monitoring systems to reach desired outputs and outcomes.

Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor water utility engineers/technical advisors at the portfolio level and/ orinfrastructure teams within programs to ensure the quality of processes used and the quality of projects implemented.
• Develop and utilize financial controls, progress monitoring, and contract monitoring tools for multiple projects.
• Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
• Promote accountability, community expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
• Contribute to team building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of team members into relevant decision-making processes.
• Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
• Work closely with security managers to develop and maintain systems and training that ensure the safety of team members, contractors and community members on construction sites. Ensure that processes and resources are in place to apply these consistently.

Strategy and Vision:

• Identify and manage key relationships with infrastructure stakeholders in country.
• Participate in the identification of opportunities for new infrastructure work to solve priority challenges, and work with colleagues to integrate these into business development plans where opportunities exist to do so.
• Recognize opportunities for innovative actions or solutions.
• Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions and resources to achieve objectives.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Supervises a portfolio-level team of engineers. Could supervise FieldEngineers and Junior Engineers, depending on the scope of the portfolio.

Accountability:

• Reports Directly To: Director of Programs
• Works Directly With: The Infrastructure Manager will join a multidisciplinary team and work closely with program, operations, and finance colleagues to deliver sustainable and resilient water supply infrastructure that directly benefits vulnerable communities

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders:

• Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work.
• We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Any skills you have gained through education, volunteer, work, or life experience that are relevant for the position will be considered. Be sure to fully explain transferable skills and success factors and how they apply to this position in your cover letter.

• B.Sc or equivalent in civil engineering or other relevant field; MS in civil engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of design and construction experience.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with contractors.
• Proven ability to deliver quality construction projects using alternative project delivery method sin challenging environments and time-sensitive conditions.
• Applicants who are currently residing in Abia or Delta states, and possess strong knowledge of the local language and context are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members of different work styles and from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and lead projects towards desired results.
• Ability to effectively represent Mercy Corps to stakeholders.
• Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritizationm skills.
• Internationally or nationally recognized qualification in project or program management or acommitment to obtain the same in the early months of work.

Success Factors:

• A successful incumbent will combine exceptional management skills, stakeholder management skills,and technical capacities. They will have the ability to develop, implement, and manage innovative projects.
• They will have experience with diverse teams and capacity sharing, combined with individualteam member development and mentoring skills. Prioritizing, problem-solving, and seizing opportunities, while designing and applying consistent practices and processes, is essential.
• The most successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments, and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions:

• The position will be based in Abia or Delta State with frequent travel to project sites and occasional visits
• to Abuja for coordination. These are urban/semi-urban duty stations with reliable access to basic services, health facilities, markets, and communication networks. Housing is self-arranged. Travel to field sites may involve movement in areas with limited infrastructure and require adherence to Mercy Corps’ security procedures.

Ongoing Learning:

• In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

• Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking,
• we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.
• We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

• Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.
• We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnicorig in, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics:

• Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
• We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect locallaws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.
• As a safeguarding measure, Mercy Corps screens all potential US-Based employees. This is done following the conclusion of recruitment and prior to assuming full employment.
• Our screening process is designed to be transparent and completed in partnership with new Team Members. You will have the opportunity to disclose any prior convictions at the conclusion of the recruitment process before the check is initiated. We ask that you do not disclose any prior convictions in your application materials or during the recruitment process.

Infrastructure Manager

Specifications:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND – MBA/MSC/MA
• Location: Abuja | Nigeria. See other Jobs in Abuja
• Category: NGO
• Job Alerts: To receive Job Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE

Description:

The Infrastructure Manager supervises infrastructure standards, processes, and implementation of small-town water supply projects with construction components in Abia and delta states. The incumbent leads the portfolio-level infrastructure unit, ensuring a consistent approach to the design and management of infrastructure activities across all programs. The incumbent manages team members within this unit.

Essential Responsibilities

TECHNICAL OVERSIGHT AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

•  Liaise closely with officials from contractors, host government regulatory bodies, and partners to align technical expectations.
•  Conduct, or lead the development of standardized processes to conduct, technical assessments for construction projects.
•  Develop, or lead the development of standardized processes to develop, design packages and bills of quantities, assisting Operations with tendering processes including contractor pre-qualification, tender package development, quality control plan development, contractor selection, and contractor monitoring.
•  Design quality control processes for all construction projects in the portfolio, ensuring that these are conducted in a standardized way that meetings process quality specifications.
•  Ensure that Mercy Corps’ Infrastructure Minimum Standards are understood and applied across all projects.
•  Work with procurement to coordinate the timely procurement of project inputs according to required specifications.
•  Conduct regular site visits to monitor project implementation.
•  Input into, or review, report elements associated with the infrastructure components of programs.
•  Collaborate with program, finance, and operations management to streamline the delivery of construction projects.
•  Ensure that construction projects are on time, on scope and on budget, using effective monitoring systems to reach desired outputs and outcomes.

TEAM LEADERSHIP

•  Supervise and mentor water utility engineers/technical advisors at the portfolio level and/ or infrastructure teams within programs to ensure the quality of processes used and the quality of projects implemented.
•  Develop and utilize financial controls, progress monitoring, and contract monitoring tools for multiple projects.
•  Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
•  Promote accountability, community expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
•  Contribute to team building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of team members into relevant decision-making processes.
•  Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
•  Work closely with security managers to develop and maintain systems and training that ensure the safety of team members, contractors and community members on construction sites. Ensure that processes and resources are in place to apply these consistently.

 STRATEGY AND VISION

•  Identify and manage key relationships with infrastructure stakeholders in country.
•  Participate in the identification of opportunities for new infrastructure work to solve priority challenges, and work with colleagues to integrate these into business development plans where opportunities exist to do so.
•  Recognize opportunities for innovative actions or solutions.
•  Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions and resources to achieve objectives.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Any skills you have gained through education, volunteer, work, or life experience that are relevant for the position will be considered. Be sure to fully explain transferable skills and success factors and how they apply to this position in your cover letter.

• B.Sc or equivalent in civil engineering or other relevant field; MSc in civil engineering preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of design and construction experience.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with contractors.
• Proven ability to deliver quality construction projects using alternative project delivery methods in challenging environments and time-sensitive conditions.
• Applicants who are currently residing in Abia or Delta states, and possess strong knowledge of the local language and context are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members of different work styles and from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and lead projects towards desired results.
• Ability to effectively represent Mercy Corps to stakeholders.
• Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Internationally or nationally recognized qualification in project or program management or a commitment to obtain the same in the early months of work.

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