NTDs Program / M&E Intern at Helen Keller International (Borno & Katsina)

Helen Keller International is a global health organization dedicated to eliminating preventable vision loss, malnutrition and diseases of poverty. Cofounded by Helen Keller – and guided by her fierce optimism and belief in human potential – the organization delivers life-changing health solutions to vulnerable families where the need is great but access to care is limited. In the US, Africa, and Asia, Helen Keller’s proven, science-based programs empower people to create opportunities in their own lives and build lasting change.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: NTDs Program / M&E Intern

Locations: Borno and Katsina

Scope of the position

• Willingness to work in remote LGA/communities supervising mass drug administration for NTDs
• Recognize opportunities for learning and take initiative to learn and participate in activities according to the implementation plan
• Support the state program team to conduct training of program implementers
• Support the state team in implementation of key activities such as; supervision of mass drug administration of NTD medicines, data validation and collection, morbidity management and disability prevention (hydrocele surgery)
• Assist the team to enter program data by providing support to Helen Keller contracted resident independent monitors during data entry into the national template
• Participate in supporting the distribution of NTDs commodities from the state medical store to the last mile which is the health facility ensuring strict adherence to the distribution plan
• Participate in data quality assessment exercise like spot checks, data validation, WHO supervisors coverage tool and supervisor’s coverage surveys
• Work closely the resident independent monitors for filing/archiving documentation both softcopies and hardcopies of financial documents and ODK supervision checklist
• Adherence to all Helen Keller International policies and procedures as outlined in Helen Keller International policies and procedure manuals
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Helen Keller International and to not jeopardize the organization image
• Support the development of case studies and success stories from programme implementation.
• Other duties that may be assigned.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a First Degree from a recognized university with at least 2 years relevant work experience.
• Experience in community-based programming will be an added advantage
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive and empathize with all beneficiaries
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Understands local language and terrain
• Acceptable IT Skills.

Application Closing Date
27th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a Cover Letter and Resume to: nigeria.recruitment@hki.org usinf the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note

• This is a local posting in Nigeria, and as such, is subject to local terms and conditions.
• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
• In the spirit of our founder and namesake, Helen Keller is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is fully valued.