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JOB PURPOSE:
The position holder will be responsible for Providing information and health education messages at the community level and strengthen the link between the community and INTERSOS and/or supported MOH health structures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collect and report to CHW Supervisor specific information related to his/her community: perception of the sickness, food security, vaccination status of children, perception of the services, constraints and strengths, vulnerability, level of information, living conditions and risks related
• Deliver information to his/her community on specific health topics and about INTERSOS and the services it provides
• Consolidate the link between his/her community and the INTERSOS services. Give advice on how to better involve his/her community in the activities of awareness and prevention; indicate possible local actors or local NGOs and community project which could be involved in awareness activities at a local level
• Support the mapping of the territory and population: schools, religious centres, villages, gathering points. Support and facilitate relations with local authorities of his/her community, where requested by the Supervisor. Support INTERSOS in the defaulter tracing activities
• Report to Supervisor progressing of activities, problems met, strengths and constraints.
Position Requirements:
Education:
• Diploma/Certificate in CHEW
• Minimum 2 year’s relevant work experience in the humanitarian sector especially in fragile and unstable environments
Professional experience:
• CHW training (done by MOH) is an asset
• Essential computer literacy
Professional requirements:
• Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)
• Previous work experience in similar role is considered an asset
Personal requirements:
• Proactive attitude and well acceptance in the community
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Behavioural flexibility and Stress Management
• Commitment to INTERSOS principles
Languages:
• Knowledge and fluency in English and local languages (Hausa and Kanuri) will be an asset.
How to apply
Interested candidates should complete this Form and attach their CV with Cover Letter following this format
“Surname_ Position you applied for”.
Application Deadline: apply not later than Saturday, 11th April 2026 by 05:00 PM.
ONLY applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. INTERSOS reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
INTERSOS is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply
INTERSOS has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote. For more information about INTERSOS, go to https://www.intersos.org/en/what-we-do/nigeria/