LGA Coordinator at evidence action
Job Opportunity: LGA Coordinator
Organisation: Evidence Action
Programme: Immunization Demand Generation (IDG) Pilot Programme
Locations: Keffi LGA & Kokona LGA, Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time / On-site
Reporting Line: Reports directly to the State Coordinator, Nasarawa State
About Evidence Action
Evidence Action is a global non-profit organisation committed to scaling evidence-based and cost-effective development interventions. We bridge the gap between evidence and action to improve the lives of millions of people worldwide.
Programme Overview
The Immunization Demand Generation (IDG) Pilot Programme aims to increase demand for and uptake of routine childhood immunization, particularly among zero-dose and under-immunized children. The programme collaborates with government stakeholders, health facilities, and community members to address barriers to childhood vaccination through digital reminders, community ambassadors, and targeted caregiver support.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Implementation & Coordination: Coordinate day-to-day programme execution across assigned wards and participating health facilities.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain effective working relationships with LGA health authorities, immunization officers, Primary Health Care (PHC) coordinators, and community stakeholders.
Data & Digital Systems Support: Support the collection, verification, and submission of caregiver information for digital vaccination reminders while ensuring data privacy and confidentiality.
Community Mobilisation: Coordinate the onboarding, orientation, and activities of community ambassadors; assist with community awareness campaigns and approved caregiver support/transport assistance mechanisms.
Monitoring & Reporting: Conduct field monitoring visits to health facilities and intervention communities; track activities, identify implementation challenges, and document progress, community feedback, lessons learned, and emerging risks.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Minimum of a National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Community Health, Health Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related discipline.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in community-based programme implementation, public health, immunization, primary healthcare, or health promotion.
Technical Skills: Basic data collection and reporting skills, with proficiency in smartphones, Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and digital reporting tools.
Soft Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, coordination, and organisational skills.
Desirable Advantages
Residence in and familiarity with the assigned LGA and its local communities.
Fluency in relevant local languages.
Previous experience in routine immunization, maternal and child health, nutrition, or community mobilisation.
Familiarity with government primary healthcare structures and Ward Development Committees (WDCs).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply by selecting the appropriate recruitment link below based on their preferred location and eligibility:
