Senior Technical Officer, Maternal, Newborn, Child Health (MNCH) / Nutrition at Family Health International (FHI 360)

Family Health International (FHI 360) is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer, Maternal, Newborn, Child Health (MNCH) / Nutrition

Requisition ID: 2026200361
Location: Bauchi
Supervisor: Associate Director, Technical , Bauchi

Job Summary

• Under the supervision of the Associate Director, Technical , the Senior Technical Officer (STO), MNCH/N will provide day-to-day technical leadership and operational support for the implementation of Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition (MNCH/N) activities under the EpiC project in Bauchi State.
• The STO will support the translation of national and state MNCH/N priorities into high-quality, integrated PHC-level service delivery, ensure implementation fidelity of technical approaches, and provide direct oversight and mentorship to field teams, including Assistant Technical Officers (ATOs).

Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Implementation:

• Provide technical oversight for MNCH/N activities across supported PHC facilities and community platforms in Bauchi State.
• Lead implementation of high-impact MNCH and nutrition interventions across the continuum of care, including ANC, delivery, PNC, newborn care, IMCI, IYCF, and referral systems
• Ensure alignment of MNCH/N activities with national guidelines, Bauchi State AOPs, and EpiC technical strategies.
• Support quality improvement (QI) initiatives to improve service delivery, client experience and outcomes.
• Coordinate integrated supportive supervisory visits and ensure follow-up on identified gaps.
• Strengthen integration of MNCH/N services within PHC systems, including linkages between facility and community services.
• Provide direct technical supervision and mentorship to Assistant Technical Officers (ATOs) and other MNCH/N field staff.
• Support capacity strengthening of PHC providers, community health workers, and local partners.
• Work closely with the Bauchi State Team Lead to plan, prioritize and track MNCH/N activities.

Coordination and Stakeholders Engagement:

• Liaise with the Bauchi state Ministry of Health, State Primary Health Care Development Board, LGAs and partners on MNCH/N implementation.
• Participate in state-level technical working groups and coordination forums related to MNCH and Nutrition.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning:

• Collaborate with Strategic Information (SI) staff to ensure accurate data collection, reporting and use for decision-making.
• Review MNCH/N performance data and support adaptive management and learning.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, in Nursing, Midwifery, Public health, Nutrition, Medicine, Nursing or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Clinical background with MNCH or Nutrition specialization.
• 6+ years of experience in MNCH and Nutrition program implementation.
• Knowledge of national MNCH and Nutrition policies, guidelines and best practices in Nigeria.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of State (DOS)–funded programs and experience engaging with stakeholders is desirable.
• Excellent communication, mentoring and coordination skills.
• Experience leading QI and PHC strengthening activities.
• Experience working in Bauchi state or similar context is an advantage.
• Demonstrated success working in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments is required.
• Prior experience must clearly demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and competencies outlined above.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Extensive knowledge and technical expertise in MNCH and Nutrition.
• Ability to design and adapt technical strategies.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience supervising teams.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and a sound understanding of the political, social, and ethical issues surrounding Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) and Nutrition.
• Demonstrated capacity to work independently, using initiative to manage a high-volume workflow.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in planning, monitoring, and reporting.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Strong community mobilization, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to interact with diplomacy and tact and respond to requests for technical guidance in a timely and efficient manner.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and standard MS Office applications to accurately enter, retrieve, and manage data and information.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage competing tasks under tight deadlines, both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time as required by the role.

Typical Physical Demands:                                        

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to drive long hours on regular basis.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:           

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
• DHIS2/NHMIS tools, facility registers, and MNCH reporting tools.
• Project dashboards and supportive supervision tools.

Travel Requirements:

• 50% - 60%.

Application Closing Date
13th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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