Field Officers Vacancies at New Incentives Across Multiple Location's
New Incentives, a nonprofit organization at the forefront of innovative public health interventions, is seeking to identify qualified candidates for the role of Field Officer as part of its ongoing and future expansion plans in Nigeria.
- The organization is widely recognized for pioneering the use of small financial incentives to encourage caregivers to complete routine immunization schedules for their infants, thereby contributing to the reduction of child mortality.
- This recruitment is primarily for contingency purposes, aimed at building a pool of capable professionals who may be engaged as the program scales.
- The position is full-time and spans multiple states, including Yobe, Katsina, Jigawa, Kano, Zamfara, Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi, and Niger.
- However, current operational focus for this role is in Yobe State, where selected candidates must already reside within designated Local Government Areas such as:
- Bade, Bursari, Damaturu, Geidam, Gujba, Gulani, Fika, Fune, Jakusko, Karasuwa, Machina, Nangere, Nguru, Potiskum, Tarmuwa, Yunusari, or Yusufari.
Key Responsibilities
Field Officers are primarily responsible for enrolling eligible beneficiaries into the program at public health clinics, ensuring adherence to strict eligibility criteria.
- They are tasked with maintaining accurate records, managing cash disbursements responsibly, and providing clear guidance to caregivers on immunization schedules and return visits.
- In addition to enrollment activities, Field Officers monitor immunization services at their assigned clinics, ensuring that vaccines are administered correctly and properly documented.
- They also track stock levels, identify service gaps, and promptly report any issues affecting service delivery.
Roles:
The role requires active engagement with clinic staff, community leaders, and beneficiaries.
- Field Officers are expected to deliver health education sessions, emphasizing the importance of routine immunization and addressing concerns related to vaccine side effects.
- They also play a key role in preventing fraud by ensuring compliance with program protocols among both beneficiaries and healthcare workers.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of a Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE), although a diploma in health or natural sciences is considered an advantage.
- Applicants must be Nigerian nationals currently residing in Yobe State and must demonstrate fluency in Hausa and other local dialects.
- Ideal candidates will have prior experience with the Nigerian healthcare system, particularly in areas related to maternal and child health or immunization programs.
- A demonstrated passion for reducing infant mortality and supporting underserved communities is critical
Deadline: Not Specified
How to Apply
Interested Applicant can apply via this link
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