Health Officer

IRC

Monguno, Borno, Nigeria
Primary health care service delivery
Capacity building and supervision
Health program implementation
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.
  • The Health Officer will provide support in program development and quality through evidence-based strengthening of quality health services in Borno State, including capacity building and supervision of frontline health workers.
  • The role involves leading community engagement strategies, supporting health promotion activities, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting across multiple implementation sites.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Primary health care service delivery
  • Capacity building and supervision
  • Health program implementation
  • Infection prevention and control adherence
  • Community health engagement
  • Health data reporting and documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with displaced communities
  • Culturally sensitive interpersonal skills
  • Collaborative community partnership
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • On-the-job coaching on SRHR topics

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Nursing Science
  • Valid Nursing and Midwifery practicing license
  • Experience supervising primary health care staff
  • Experience in training and capacity development on SRHR
  • Ability to work in basic living conditions
  • Experience with displaced and diverse communities

Work Rights

Not specified

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