• Application Deadline:
• Position: Sexual Reproductive Health Specialist



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Bauchi




• Job Field Project Management 
  
  

Description

• The Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Specialist is integrated within a WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene. The specialist would ensure that WASH programs address the needs of individuals, particularly women and girls, related to their SRH. SRH services are delivered in a way that leverages and complements WASH infrastructure and practices.

Job Summary

• The SRH Specialist will be responsible for integrating sexual and reproductive health services within the overall WASH program.


• This includes ensuring that WASH programs address the specific SRH needs of individuals, particularly women and girls.


• The specialist will be responsible for providing technical expertise in SRH, ensuring the quality of SRH services, and promoting the integration of SRH into WASH programming.


• They will also work to build capacity within the WASH team in SRH knowledge and practices.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical guidance and support on SRH issues, including menstrual health, maternal health, family planning, and STI prevention.


• Ensure that WASH programs address the specific SRH needs of individuals, particularly women and girls.


• Develop and implement SRH protocols and guidelines within the WASH context.

WASH Integration:

• Identify opportunities to integrate SRH services into WASH infrastructure and activities.


• Ensure that WASH facilities are designed and maintained in a way that is conducive to SRH practices (e.g., menstrual hygiene management).


• Work with WASH team members to develop and implement integrated SRH/WASH activities.

Capacity Building:

• Provide training and technical support to WASH team members on SRH issues.

• Build capacity within the WASH team to deliver SRH services.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Develop and implement a monitoring and evaluation framework for SRH/WASH activities.


• Track progress towards SRH/WASH goals and identify areas for improvement.

Community Engagement:

• Work with communities to increase awareness of SRH issues and the importance of WASH.


• Promote positive social norms and behaviours related to SRH and WASH.

Collaboration:

• Work with other SRH and WASH stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of services.


• Participate in advocacy efforts to promote SRH and WASH.

Requirments

Education:

• B.Sc or Master's Degree or equivalent in Public Health, Maternal and Child Health, or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in SRH programming, preferably with experience in WASH integration.

Skills:

• Strong technical skills in SRH, WASH, and community engagement.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training skills.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of SRH principles, WASH standards, and community health approaches.

Other Important Details:

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and Hausa language(s)


• Travel: Ability to travel to remote areas as needed.


• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time management skills.


• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.