Sexual Reproductive Health Specialist at Forward in Action for Education, Poverty and Malnutrition (FAcE-PaM)

Forward in Action for Education, Poverty and Malnutrition (FAcE-PaM) is a not-for profit Non-Governmental organization duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in 1998 with registration number 11444. Our conception priority focus areas at inception were Education, Poverty and Malnutrition. Consequent to expanding needs and intervening challenges, we responded to them, leading to expansion of our areas of intervention and engagement. Although we have never lost focus, but over time, we have either been initiating or implementing (mostly in partnership or with support of donors) programs especially in the areas of Education, Peace Studies and Practice, Peace building and Conflict Management, Mediation, Promotion of peaceful elections, Gender and Disability issues, Water and Sanitation, Nutrition, Health (especially reproductive and public health), Orphans and Vulnerable Children, Human Rights, Democracy and Good Governance, Capacity Building and Mentoring of NGOs, CSOs, CDAs, etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sexual Reproductive Health Specialist

Location: Bauchi
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Term: 1 Year Renewable, subject to performance
Reports to: Project Manager
Travels: Potential travels as the work demands

Description

• The Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Specialist is integrated within a WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene. The specialist would ensure that WASH programs address the needs of individuals, particularly women and girls, related to their SRH. SRH services are delivered in a way that leverages and complements WASH infrastructure and practices.

Job Summary

• The SRH Specialist will be responsible for integrating sexual and reproductive health services within the overall WASH program.
• This includes ensuring that WASH programs address the specific SRH needs of individuals, particularly women and girls.
• The specialist will be responsible for providing technical expertise in SRH, ensuring the quality of SRH services, and promoting the integration of SRH into WASH programming.
• They will also work to build capacity within the WASH team in SRH knowledge and practices.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical guidance and support on SRH issues, including menstrual health, maternal health, family planning, and STI prevention.
• Ensure that WASH programs address the specific SRH needs of individuals, particularly women and girls.
• Develop and implement SRH protocols and guidelines within the WASH context.

WASH Integration:

• Identify opportunities to integrate SRH services into WASH infrastructure and activities.
• Ensure that WASH facilities are designed and maintained in a way that is conducive to SRH practices (e.g., menstrual hygiene management).
• Work with WASH team members to develop and implement integrated SRH/WASH activities.

Capacity Building:

• Provide training and technical support to WASH team members on SRH issues.

• Build capacity within the WASH team to deliver SRH services.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Develop and implement a monitoring and evaluation framework for SRH/WASH activities.
• Track progress towards SRH/WASH goals and identify areas for improvement.

Community Engagement:

• Work with communities to increase awareness of SRH issues and the importance of WASH.
• Promote positive social norms and behaviours related to SRH and WASH.

Collaboration:

• Work with other SRH and WASH stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of services.
• Participate in advocacy efforts to promote SRH and WASH.

Requirments
Education:

• B.Sc or Master's Degree or equivalent in Public Health, Maternal and Child Health, or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in SRH programming, preferably with experience in WASH integration.

Skills:

• Strong technical skills in SRH, WASH, and community engagement.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training skills.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of SRH principles, WASH standards, and community health approaches.

Other Important Details:

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and Hausa language(s)
• Travel: Ability to travel to remote areas as needed.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Application Closing Date
24th April, 2025.