State Coordinator

NigeriaState CoordinatorOrganizationJhpiegoPosted 12 Aug 2025 Closing date 26 Aug 2025OverviewJhpiego is seeking State Coordinator to provide strategic leadership, program oversight, and stakeholder engagement for all Jhpiego-supported health programs in Kwara and Anambra States. The State Coordinators will serve as the primary representative of Jhpiego in the state, ensuring high-quality implementation, coordination with government and partners, and alignment with national and state health priorities.

Specifically, the State Coordinators will provide comprehensive leadership and strategic oversight for the implementation of Advancing Integrated Health Services Delivery, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), and Communicable Diseases, as well as other Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health activities in Kwara State, Nigeria. This role requires exceptional leaders who can manage complex, multi-disease programming while ensuring rights-based approaches, coordinating diverse partnerships, and delivering quality health services within Nigeria's dynamic healthcare environment. This role seeks candidates for both Kwara and Anambra States.

ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership and ManagementLead the planning, implementation, and coordination of all Jhpiego projects, particularly the integrated SRHR and communicable disease programs within Kwara StateDevelop and execute comprehensive state-specific work plans that address integration of SRHR interventions and communicable diseases as well as reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, adolescent health, plus nutrition (RMNCAH+N) health, family planning, HIV prevention,Ensure rights-based programming that promotes dignity, non-discrimination, and informed choice across all interventionsManage complex program budgets, and ensure activities are delivered on time, within scope, in collaboration with the finance and operations team, and in compliance with donor and Jhpiego standards, proceduresSupervise and mentor state-based project staff and consultants.

Coordinate and supervise the activities of civil society organizations or community-based organizations supporting the projectStakeholders' Partnership and CoordinationServe as Jhpiego’s primary liaison with the Kwara State Ministry of Health, State Primary Health Care Development Agency, State AIDS Control Agencies (SACAs), TB/Leprosy Control Programs, SASCP, and other government entitiesCollaborate with Local Government Areas (LGAs), Primary Health Care Development Agencies, and healthcare facilities for project implementationEngage traditional rulers, religious leaders, and community gatekeepers to address challenges and promote integrated health service deliveryForm strong partnerships with international and local implementing partners operating across disease areasRepresent Jhpiego at state-level technical working groups and steering committees, coordination meetings and public health forumsTechnical Program ImplementationProvide technical guidance to ensure evidence-based, high-impact interventions across program areas (e.

g. , RMNCH, TB/HIV, STI, malaria, health systems strengthening).

Support quality improvement initiatives and capacity building of health workers and institutionsEnsure quality delivery of comprehensive SRHR services and communicable diseases in line with set objectivesSupport healthcare worker capacity building for integrated service provisionPromote task-sharing and task-shifting approaches to optimize human resources for healthStrengthen referral systems between community and facility-based servicesCommunity Engagement and Demand GenerationLead comprehensive community mobilization strategies that address multiple health priorities simultaneouslyDesign and implement behaviour change communication campaigns for SRHR and communicable diseases preventionSupport community-led monitoring and feedback mechanismsAddress stigma and discrimination related to SRHR and other communicable diseasesPromote community ownership of integrated health programs- SRHR and communicable diseasesData Management, M&E, and LearningEstablish robust monitoring systems that track outcomes across SRHR and communicable disease indicators and ensure timely submission of high-quality reports and documentation of best practices and lessons learnedEnsure quality data collection, analysis, and reporting from all implementing sites and use for decision-making, continuous improvement and adaptive managementSupport operational research and implementation science activitiesPrepare comprehensive reports, success stories, abstracts and technical briefs for multiple stakeholdersPromote learning exchanges and best practice documentationRequired QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

Master’s degree in public health, Medicine, Nursing, Epidemiology, or related health field. PhD in any of the fields will be an added advantageAdditional specialized training in SRHR, RMNCAH+N, or integrated health programming with Certification in project management, health systems strengthening, or rights-based programming is an added advantageMinimum 6-8years of progressive experience in public health program managementDemonstrated leadership experience managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar health programs and experience working on donor-funded programs (e. g.

, USAID, Global Fund, BMGF etcProven track record working with Nigerian government health systems at state and local government levelsExperience managing diverse teams and multiple implementing partners across different disease areasFluency in English (written and verbal) – essentialWorking Knowledge of the language of the State is an asset.

Anambra (Igbo) and Kwara (Yoruba,Nupe)Working ConditionsPosition based in the state capital with frequent travel throughout the state (up to 50% travel time), including rural and hard-to-reach communitiesParticipation in evening and weekend activities for community engagement and stakeholder meetingsWork in diverse environments including health facilities, community settings, and government officesAccess to project vehicles, communication equipment, and security support as neededHow to applyJhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Please apply using this link: https: //jobs-jhpiego. icims. com/jobs/7139/state-coordinator/jobApplicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter, resume, and references.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is foundOnly shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation for an interviewFor further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www. jhpiego. orgNote: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity EmployerJhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans. EEO is the LawJob detailsCountryNigeriaCity Anambra, Kwara SourceJhpiegoTypeJobCareer categoryProgram/Project ManagementYears of experience5-9 yearsThemesHealthRecovery and ReconstructionShare Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn