Health Coordinator at Action Health Incorporated (AHI)

Project Summary

• The project seeks to improve access to quality, life-saving services and strengthen community resilience through a multi-pronged approach that integrates preventive and curative healthcare, nutritional support, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response in Project LGAs

Job Summary

• The Health Coordinator will play a vital role in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of all health-related activities within the project. This individual will work closely with project staff, community health workers, local health authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, integrated health services. The Health Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the implementation of project activities related to primary healthcare, disease prevention and control, maternal and child health, nutritional support, and GBV prevention and response.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of comprehensive work plans for health-related activities, aligned with project objectives and donor requirements.
• Coordinate the implementation of project activities, ensuring adherence to established protocols, guidelines, and best practices.
• Collaborate with other project staff to integrate health interventions with nutrition and GBV prevention and response activities, ensuring a holistic approach.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with local health authorities, community leaders, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and support to community health workers and other project staff on health-related topics
• Develop and deliver training programs for community health workers and other stakeholders to enhance their knowledge and skills.
• Monitor the quality of health services provided and identify areas for improvement.
• Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in public health, nutrition, and GBV prevention and response.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor project activities and provide support to field staff.
• Identify challenges and propose solutions to ensure the effective implementation of project activities.

Coordination and Reporting:

• Represent the project at relevant meetings and forums.
• Prepare regular progress reports for the Project Manager and donors.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of project activities and results.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of project activities.

Required Languages:

• English and Hausa required; Fulani, Kanuri and/or other local languages are a plus.

Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in public health program management, preferably in humanitarian settings
• Demonstrated experience in implementing integrated health programs that address primary healthcare, disease prevention and control, maternal and child health, nutritional support, and GBV prevention and response.
• Strong understanding of community-based health approaches and participatory development methodologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience in working on projects related to healthcare, nutrition, or GBV prevention is highly desirable.

Skills / Abilities:

• Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners, community members and government partners.
• General knowledge of local and state government practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and ethical conduct.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and adaptability
• Versatile in use of MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).