Field Officers (Entry-level) – Sokoto State

New Incentives / All Babies Are Equal Initiative is looking to identify Field Officers to support its programme dedicated to preventing child mortality in Sokoto State, Nigeria. This post is for contingency purposes and to identify candidates for possible future scale-up.

Field Officers will support the New Incentives programme, which uses cash transfers to encourage mothers to complete the immunization schedule of their infants. The programme is operated in cooperation with the State Primary Healthcare Development Board in Sokoto State.

The primary duty of the role is enrolling beneficiaries at public clinics. Field Officers are hired full-time and work at clinics throughout Sokoto State. Applicants must already be based or resident in Sokoto State.

Target LGAs/Towns:

Binji, Bodinga, Dange-Shuni, Gada, Goronyo, Gudu, Gwadabawa, Illela, Isa, Kebbe, Kware, Rabah, Sabon Birni, Shagari, Silame, Sokoto North, Sokoto South, Tambuwal, Tangaza, Tureta, Wamako, Wurno and Yabo.

Key Duties:

Enroll beneficiaries at remote public clinics.

Monitor immunization services at assigned clinics.

Interact with clinic staff and beneficiaries.

Conduct high-quality rapid assessments.

Assist with other duties related to the programme.

Position Responsibilities:

CCT Disbursements:

Enroll beneficiaries into the programme based on strict eligibility criteria.

Provide detailed reports on enrollments and maintain diligent cash management standards.

Coach caregivers to return to the clinic and explain the next visit date.

Confirm that vaccinations are being given and properly marked.

Record and communicate stockouts, runouts or other reasons infants are not served.

Ensure health talks are conducted and key messages are communicated.

Prevent fraud among beneficiaries and health staff.

Inform caregivers about immunization benefits and discuss issues in their settlements.

Prevent out-of-catchment infants from being enrolled while ensuring eligible infants are not discouraged.

Collect, document and ensure outreach, campaign and immunization activities are attended by locals.

Complete required reports for each immunization day.

Confirm that beneficiaries are served without long waiting times.

Review clinic record-keeping and correct errors where necessary.

Interact with clinic staff, NGOs and LGA officials.

Complete required trainings and appraisals.

Strictly follow security protocols and guidance.

Report incidents promptly to direct supervisors.

Communicate expected supply-side requirements to clinic staff.

Supply-side and Stakeholder Relationships:

Maintain cordial relationships with clinic staff, community leaders, Imams, TBAs, LLOs and other stakeholders.

Assess and report causes of enrollment and defaulter issues.

Report supply-side issues and submit clinic reports promptly.

Serve as a first responder to fraud, supply and security issues.

Security Awareness:

Strictly comply with security protocols, policies and plans.

Call clinic staff and village leaders for security updates.

Report all security incidents in areas of operation.

Take responsibility for personal safety and team safety in the field.

Required Qualifications:

Fluency in local languages/dialects spoken in Sokoto, especially Hausa.

Nigerian national already based in Sokoto State.

Minimum of National Diploma, ideally a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Health or other Natural Sciences.

Willingness to work at remote public clinics a few days per week and use public transport.

Experience with the Nigerian health system and clinic documentation, particularly infant health and vaccinations.

Experience collecting, synthesizing and drawing conclusions from health data is desirable.

Careful attention to financial matters and fund management.

Detail-oriented and diligent.

Passion to help others and reduce infant mortality.

Good communication and writing skills in English, Hausa and relevant dialects.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, internet browsers, smartphones and communication technology.

Hard-working, result-oriented and loyal.

Motivation to work in a young organisation with a lean structure.

Application Requirements:

Applications are accepted only online through Breezy HR and must include:

One-page CV.

Brief letter of motivation, maximum 300 words.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will undergo online tests and interviews. Successful candidates may be invited for in-person training.

Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. New Incentives / All Babies Are Equal Initiative does not charge any fee at any stage of recruitment.