Mala Usman

Dedicated humanitarian and education professional with over 7 years of experience supporting community-based programmes, education activities, field operations, data collection, awareness campaigns, and community engagement in challenging environments. Experienced in working with vulnerable populations, including internally displaced persons (IDPs) and crisis-affected communities, through roles involving learning facilitation, community mobilization, beneficiary registration, monitoring support, field reporting, protection awareness, and community engagement. Worked with local and international humanitarian organizations including CATAI, Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), Action Against Hunger (AAH), International Medical Corps (IMC), International Rescue Committee (IRC), Solidarités International (SI), FRAD Foundation, and INTERSOS.

Committed to supporting humanitarian response, education in emergencies, protection, and community development programmes through teamwork, professionalism, effective communication, and respect for affected communities.

Community Volunteer Teacher at CATAI (2025-03 – 2026-06)

• Facilitated community learning and adult literacy sessions.
• Supported learners through basic education activities and classroom management.
• Mobilized community members to participate in learning programmes.
• Maintained attendance records and supported activity documentation.
• Assisted with community awareness activities.
• Prepared field updates and supported programme reporting.
• Received a Certificate of Recognition for commitment and service.

Learning Facilitator at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

• Facilitated structured learning sessions for children and community learners.
• Supported safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
• Assisted with classroom organization and learner attendance monitoring.
• Supported education programme implementation and reporting.
• Engaged parents and community members to encourage participation.

Enumerator at Action Against Hunger (AAH)

• Conducted household interviews and community surveys.
• Collected accurate information using approved data collection tools.
• Ensured confidentiality and accuracy of collected information.
• Supported field teams during assessments and registration exercises.

Shop Monitor at International Medical Corps (IMC)

• Supported monitoring of project activities and service delivery.
• Observed implementation activities and reported findings.
• Assisted with documentation and accountability processes.
• Supported quality improvement activities.

Enumerator at Solidarités International (SI)

• Supported beneficiary registration and household assessments.
• Collected and verified community information.
• Assisted field teams with data management activities.
• Supported accurate reporting from field locations.

Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) Community Volunteer at FRAD Foundation

• Conducted safety awareness sessions for community members.
• Educated people on risks associated with explosive hazards.
• Supported community outreach activities.
• Collected community feedback and prepared field observations.

Support Staff at INTERSOS (2018 – 2020)

• Supported daily programme and field operations.
• Assisted operational teams with administrative tasks.
• Supported logistics and smooth implementation of activities.
• Maintained professionalism while working in field environments.

Reproductive Health Community Volunteer at International Rescue Committee (IRC) (2018 – 2020)

• Conducted community awareness sessions on reproductive health.
• Mobilized community members for outreach activities.
• Provided basic information and referral support.
• Supported community engagement activities.

Freelance Photographer at Self-Employed (2017 – Present)

• Covered community events, portraits, and professional assignments.
• Managed client communication and customer relationships.
• Edited photographs and maintained digital records.
• Used photography skills for documentation purposes.

National Certificate in Education (NCE) – National Teachers Institute (NTI) (2019 – 2022)

Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) – Senior Science Secondary School, Monguno (2015 – 2018)

Primary School Certificate – Central Primary School (2000 – 2006)