Vacancies at International Society of Media in Public Health (ISMPH) in Abuja

JOB DESCRIPTION: PROGRAM OFFICER (Abuja Office)

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Reports To: Program Director

Organizational Background

The International Society of Media in Public Health (ISMPH) is a registered Non-Governmental Organization committed to mainstreaming the media as a powerful tool for accelerating healthcare information dissemination and service delivery in Nigeria.

ISMPH is seeking a qualified, experienced, and passionate Program Officer (PO) to join its Abuja office. The Program Officer will play a key role in advancing public health media advocacy initiatives, with a strong focus on Primary Health Care (PHC) and Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Nutrition (RMNCH+N) services.

Accountability & Reporting Structure
• Program Director: Program Management (High Accountability)
• Finance Manager: Financial Management

Key Responsibilities

1. Media Advocacy & Strategy Development
• Support the design and implementation of evidence-based media advocacy strategies addressing PHC and RMNCH+N gaps.
• Analyze relevant national and state-level data to identify barriers to PHC access and prioritize advocacy action areas.

2. Stakeholder Engagement
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with national, state, and local government institutions, NGOs, civil society organizations, and community leaders.
• Organize stakeholder forums, policy dialogues, and consultative meetings to align advocacy efforts.

3. Campaign Management
• Support advocacy campaigns using mass media, social media platforms, and community mobilization approaches (e.g., town halls, radio programs).
• Contribute to the development of advocacy and communication materials, including policy briefs and toolkits tailored to diverse audiences.

4. Policy Analysis & Influence
• Analyze relevant health policies, including National and State PHC policies, RMNCH+N policies, National Health Insurance policies, and SWAp compacts.
• Advocate for policy reforms through policy briefs, media engagement, and technical support to policymakers.

5. Capacity Building
• Support the training and capacity strengthening of CSO staff, partners, journalists, and community leaders on advocacy strategies and PHC best practices.

6. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
• Track and document advocacy outcomes using approved program indicators and media tracking tools (e.g., policy changes, service uptake, budget releases, and cash backing).

7. Reporting & Compliance
• Prepare and submit timely, high-quality narrative and activity reports to the Program Director.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, ethical standards, and safeguarding requirements.

Required Attributes
• Strong passion for health equity and social justice
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
• High level of professionalism and integrity

Strategic Competencies
• Strategic Leadership: Ability to provide direction and contribute to project sustainability and impact.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong relationship-building and communication skills across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Project Management: Proven ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple project activities and timelines effectively.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, partners, and stakeholders.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Capacity to navigate complex challenges and develop innovative solutions.

Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Journalism, Mass Communication, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public health programming, media advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working on RMNCH+N or PHC-related projects with an NGO or INGO is an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to:

hr@ismph.org
Subject Line: Program Officer (Abuja)

Application Deadline: 15 February 2025

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