A USAID Donor-Funded company contracted to develop communication for Healthy Communities requires the services of experienced Nurses and Midwives.

The goal of the Communication for Healthy Communities [CHC] activity is to contribute to
improved health outcomes: specifically, to a reduction in new HIV infections, total fertility,
maternal and child mortality, malnutrition, malaria, and Tuberculosis. Communication for
Healthy Communities’ strategic objective is: increase adoption of healthy behaviors
through strengthened health communication.

In summary, the successful applicant will:

• Enhance knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and norms relating to key health issues and interventions among priority target groups for HIV/AIDS, family planning, maternal and child health, nutrition, malaria and TB interventions;

• Work with and strengthen CHC technical capacity to design, execute and evaluate high quality health communication initiatives; and

• Work with and strengthen the capacity of multiple implementing and service delivery partners to design, execute and evaluate enhanced health communication initiatives.
• Providing on the job training for health personnel in hospitals and training centers;
• Contributing to Knowledge Management activities; such as supporting and facilitating stakeholder documentation and dissemination activities;

Qualification:
Candidates must be a Nurse or Midwife with a minimum of 5-years' experience in Health programme or service delivery in a developing country. S/he must have a post graduate qualification in Public or reproductive health or other related discipline. A good understanding of the Nigerian clinical training systems as well as knowledge of the National strategies relating to midwifery and education is required for this position.

S/he must have an extensive knowledge and understanding of operations in the Nigerian Healthcare delivery system. A good knowledge of capacity building tools and approaches, good communication and organizational skills are essential for this position.

Terms and Conditions of Employment:
The appointment term will be for a period of 5 years for the position, with an initial 6 months probationary period. The programme offers very competitive salary packages. Local terms and conditions will apply.

Method of Application:
Interested candidates, who meet the requirements listed above, should submit an application letter and a copy of their recent CV to info@centrespreadfcb.com. Make the vacant position the subject of the application while sending the mail.
All applications must be submitted by Thursday 28th February, 2013. Please note, that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. Interviews will take place in March 2013 with a view to engaging the best candidate immediately.