State Program Officer at Life Spring Development Foundation (LSDF)

Role Summary

• The State Program Officer will serve as LSDF's lead representative in one of the four priority states, coordinating the implementation of adolescent SRH interventions, including the "Big Sister" Mentor Strategy.
• The Officer will manage stakeholder engagement, com munity mobilization, training activities, and referral system strengthening.
• This role requires strong coordination, communication, and program management skills to ensure alignment with state health priorities and LSDF's strategic goals.
• The State Programme Officer will have dotted line supervisory responsibilities to the State MEL Assistant.
• He or she will report to the Project Manager (ACCESS Project)

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• A Master's Degree in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage and preferred.
• At least three years experience in a similar position within the development sector
• Demonstrated experience in community mobilization and stakeholder engagement.
• Previous experience working with a development organization or an INGO settling is required.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), Experience working on similar projects and intervening at community levels (desirable).

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and writing abilities.
• Proficient computer skills with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to implement and manage data systems for program tracking.
• Fluency in spoken and written EnglishHighly numerate with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Experience working with youth, women's groups, and people with disabilities (dosirable).
• Team player with a high level of integrity Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Committed to promoting LSDF's mission, values, and strategic objectives.