About the Role
Malteser International, a leading international humanitarian NGO, is seeking a qualified and passionate Maternal and Child Health (MCH) / Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Officer to join our mission in Nigeria. In this vital role, you will oversee life-saving reproductive health and protection services, ensuring vulnerable populations receive the highest standard of ethical care.
Key Responsibilities- Supervise MCH services including antenatal care, postnatal care, delivery services, and clinical care for GBV survivors, while establishing robust referral pathways.
- Ensure strict compliance with sexual and reproductive health protocols, infection prevention and control, and patient confidentiality standards.
- Train, mentor, and provide technical support to midwives, local health workers, and project staff on clinical management of rape and survivor-centred approaches.
- Conduct regular field visits, monitor project indicators, analyse data trends, and prepare comprehensive monthly activity and donor reports.
- Represent Malteser International in coordination meetings and collaborate closely with the Ministry of Health, UN agencies, and community stakeholders.
- Bachelor's Degree in Midwifery, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field, with relevant certifications in humanitarian response or clinical management of rape considered a strong plus.
- At least 3 years of professional experience in sexual and reproductive health program implementation, ideally within humanitarian or emergency settings.
- Proven proficiency in MISP, CMR, and Nigerian health systems coupled with strong GBV referral mechanism knowledge.
- Exceptional leadership, cultural sensitivity, and team management abilities with the flexibility to handle irregular working hours for emergency responses.
- Competitive salary aligned with Malteser International salary grades.
- Comprehensive health insurance package covering single or family plans alongside group life insurance.
- Attractive financial perks including 13th-month pay.
- Generous leave structure encompassing annual, compensation, academic, wedding, and compassionate leave.