LGA Technical Officer

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Minimum Recruitment Standard

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nursing, Community Health, Health Education, Biological Sciences, Social Sciences, or related discipline.
Master’s degree in Public Health or related field is an added advantage.
Minimum of 3–5 years relevant experience in immunization, PHC, community health, or donor-funded health programming.
Experience working on GAVI, Global Fund, UNICEF, WHO, USAID, or related donor-supported projects is highly desirable.

The LGA Technical Officer supports the planning, implementation, and monitoring of routine and supplementary immunization activities across assigned LGAs, ensuring adherence to national guidelines and improving coverage, especially among zero-dose and under-immunized children.
The role involves conducting supportive supervision and on-site mentorship for health workers, strengthening service delivery, vaccine management, and data quality.
The officer also ensures accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting using systems such as DHIS2, while identifying performance gaps and recommending improvements. In addition, the position promotes community engagement through collaboration with local leaders and stakeholders to drive demand for immunization services and track defaulters.

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