Programs & Technical Manager at One Health Resilience Initiative (OHRI)

One Health Resilience Initiative (OHRI) is a registered Nigerian nonprofit organization (CAC/IT/8929397) formally incorporated in 2025. OHRI is dedicated to strengthening the wellbeing of people, animals, and the environment through integrated action. We work at the intersection of public health, climate change, environmental protection, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), biodiversity, mental wellbeing, systems strengthening, and community empowerment across Adamawa, Gombe, Jigawa, Kano, Taraba and Abuja FCT.

Our mission is to build resilient communities and ecosystems through integrated solutions that link human, animal, and environmental health. As a young and growing organization, we are recruiting a pioneer cohort of skilled volunteers to fill critical roles across our organizational structure. These are unpaid volunteer positions designed for individuals seeking hands-on experience in the development sector, with clear pathways to professional certificates, networking, and future paid employment as organizational funding grows.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Programs & Technical Manager

Location: Adamawa (HQ) with travel to Gombe, Jigawa, Kano, Taraba, Abuja (FCT)
Job type: Volunteer
Commitment: Full-time, 6–12 months (renewable)

Job Description 

• Provides strategic leadership for all program design, implementation, and technical quality assurance. Ensures all interventions align with OHRI's One Health mandate, donor expectations, and national policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of annual program work plans, budgets, and technical strategies.
• Oversee the implementation of all thematic programs (One Health, AMR, climate resilience, public health, biodiversity).
• Ensure technical quality and compliance with organizational standards and donor guidelines.
• Supervise Program Officers, Technical Officers, and external consultants.
• Represent OHRI in technical working groups, government meetings, and partnership forums.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, proposals, and concept notes for funding.
• Monitor program performance against indicators and ensure timely course correction.

General Information About the Volunteer Program

• Nature of Engagement: Unpaid volunteer service (non-remunerative).
• Duration: Minimum commitment of 3–6 months; renewable based on performance and organizational need.
• Locations: Adamawa State (Headquarters), Gombe State, Jigawa State, Kano State, Abuja FCT, and remote/virtual options for select roles.
• Work Schedule: Full-time (5+ days/week), part-time (2–4 days/week), or weekend-only, depending on role and agreement.
• Start Date: Rolling basis — shortlisted candidates will be contacted individually for onboarding.
• Reporting Structure: Each volunteer reports to their respective Unit Manager or State Coordinator, with overall oversight from the Executive Director.

Requirements
Specific Requirements:

• Master's Degree or higher in Public Health, Environmental Science, Veterinary Medicine, Development Studies, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in program management within NGOs, government, or international development organizations.
• Demonstrated expertise in One Health, climate change adaptation, or public health systems strengthening.
• Proven track record in proposal writing, budget management, and donor reporting (UNDP, GEF, EU, USAID, or similar).
• Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Willingness to commit full-time for a minimum of 6–12 months.

Other Requirements:

• Must be a Nigerian citizen or legal resident.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Strong commitment to OHRI's mission, vision, and core values (Resilience, Inclusivity, Stewardship, Integrity, Evidence, Collaboration).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Hausa or local languages is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively in multicultural teams.
• Willingness to travel to field locations within assigned states, including rural and underserved communities.
• Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office, email, internet); advanced digital skills required for technical roles.
• Must possess a valid means of identification (National ID, Voter's Card, Driver's License, or International Passport).
• Submission of a complete application package: (a) OHRI Volunteer Application Form, (b) Curriculum Vitae (CV), and (c) Cover letter.

Application Closing Date
14th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Selection process

• Application Screening: All applications are reviewed for completeness, relevance of qualifications, and alignment with OHRI values.
• Shortlisting: Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are shortlisted and contacted via email or WhatsApp.
• Interview: Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview — in-person for Adamawa/Gombe applicants, or virtual (Zoom / WhatsApp Video) for applicants in other locations.
• Reference Check: OHRI will contact the professional references provided by shortlisted candidates.
• Offer & Onboarding: Successful candidates receive a volunteer offer letter, orientation pack, and volunteer agreement before deployment.