HEALTH PROGRAM OFFICER AT LIFE HELPERS INITIATIVE (LHI) | HEALTH JOBS IN SOKOTO

About Company:

Life Helpers Initiative (LHI) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing Education, Health, and Social and Community development services, all geared towards bringing joy to individuals. Established on October 1, 2004, the organization has actively engaged in a multitude of developmental programs spanning Health, Education, and Socioeconomic development. These initiatives are specifically designed to benefit children, women, young people, and communities, with the overarching goal of bringing smiles to faces. LHI boasts a robust team of passionate staff members who channel their energy and expertise into enhancing the well-being of individuals within our communities.

Job Description:

• Plan, implement, and oversee health-related projects in line with LHI’s strategic objectives.

• Conduct community health needs assessments and develop evidence-based interventions.

• Coordinate health outreach programs, campaigns, and training sessions.

• Build and maintain relationships with government health agencies, donors, and community stakeholders.

• Provide technical support in maternal & child health, nutrition, reproductive health, and disease prevention programs.

• Monitor project activities, prepare reports, and ensure timely submission to management and partners.

• Collect, analyze, and report health data for program improvement and decision-making.

• Support proposal development, grant writing, and donor reporting for health programs.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and government health regulations.

• Train and supervise field staff, volunteers, and community health workers.

Requirements:

• Strong project management and organizational skills.

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.

• Advocacy and stakeholder engagement.

• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.

• Teamwork and leadership abilities.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, Health Sciences, or related field (Master’s in Public Health is an added advantage).

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in health program management, preferably in NGO/nonprofit settings.

• Strong knowledge of public health issues in Nigeria, including maternal health, child health, nutrition, and infectious diseases.

• Experience in project design, monitoring & evaluation (M&E), and report writing.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and community mobilization skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office and data collection tools (e.g., ODK, KoboToolbox).

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a Cover Letter to the "Human Resources department" via: recruitment@lhinigeria.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.