Wellness Coordinator (Nurse) at an Indigenous Non-profit and Non-governmental Organization

We are an indigenous non-profit and non-governmental organization with a Head Office in Abuja and field offices in several locations across Nigeria.  We are in the business of saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians, and especially for people living with and affected by HIV. It is an organization built on strong core values. We believe strongly in commitment, innovation, inspiring leadership, and partnerships.
We are in search of innovative, creative, and self-motivated talents with outstanding skills and proven track records in the advertised position. A reliable individual who is committed, audacious, accountable, and passionate (females and HIV community members are strongly encouraged to apply) with strong core values to work with our highly experienced team at our Head and state offices in the following capacities:

A reliable executor who is flexible and can hit the ground running in aiding the organization to achieve its goals as it aligns with saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians, and especially for the most vulnerable.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Wellness Coordinator (Nurse)  

Location: S.H.E Wellness Center, Lagos Island (Ikoyi), Lagos
Employment type: Short-term 

Team Purpose

• The SHE Centre will serve as a ‘one-stop shop’, a transformative initiative creating a safe space for vulnerable AGYW.
• All SHE enrollees will receive health and wellness services at inception and throughout their program at the Centre.
• It is anticipated that the Wellness Centre will contribute to the AGYW remaining resilient, empowered, healthy, and safe throughout their youth and adolescent phases of life by providing cross-cutting wellness services, including SRH, health education and counselling, screening, and referrals as described below. 

Job Purpose

• A Registered Nurse with mental health/pediatric/adolescent/SRH training and certifications, the Wellness Coordinator (Nurse) will have a wealth of experience to skillfully bridge the gap between the HIV program, OVC care, GBV services, and mental health support.
• The incumbent will support and coordinate the day-to-day running of the health-related services at the SHE Centre, ensuring due screening of new enrollees to the SHE centre and provision of first aid support services as required. 
• The job holder will support the implementation of prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) prong 1 and 2 services for vulnerable adolescent girls and young women in Lagos, Nigeria.
• This role will provide clinical leadership, ensuring adherence to national guidelines, and monitoring the quality of care in the provision of HIV testing, treatment, and prevention services at the hub.
• They will support interventions for SRH for AYP. 
• The incumbent will monitor and evaluate project activities, ensuring that goals and objectives are met. They will work closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure project success.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities - Wellness Coordinator (Nurse) 

• Provide medical and technical expertise and training support to the SHE centre
• Support the provision of first aid for the hub visitors, staff, and enrollees
• Coordinate the daily activities of the Wellness centre
• Incorporate wellness, mental health, and fitness activities into the daily activities and routines of the hub
• Ensure close collaboration and coordination with stakeholders/partners to ensure smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results
• Support the documentation of project best practices, success stories, and preparation of necessary materials, tools, and other resources needed to collect data for the formation of knowledge management products.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

• The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse RN or A Registered Midwife RM with pediatric/ adolescent/SRH/Mental health certifications, and experience is an added plus.
• An advanced public health degree will be an added plus 
• Minimum 2-3 years’ post-NYSC experience in developing country health care programs or program support functions. 
• Experience working in Lagos state and familiarity with critical stakeholders 
• Computer Literacy in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English, with competencies in public speaking, stakeholder engagement, and resource allocation.
• Ability to communicate in the local language and good knowledge of the terrain would be an advantage.

Application Closing Date
22nd April, 2026.