• Application Deadline: Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Community Engagement Officer (Gombe)



• Job Type Full Time



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



• Experience 7 years



• Location Gombe




• Job Field Medical / Healthcare  , NGO/Non-Profit 
  
  

Job Purpose

• The Capacity Building Officer will drive the design, coordination, and delivery of all competency-based training, mentoring, and continuous professional development activities under the CARMNIS project.


• The role ensures that Community Based Health Workers (CBHWs) receive high-quality, standardized capacity strengthening aligned with national guidelines and the redesigned CBHW model.


• The officer will support curriculum development, learning systems, coaching structures, supervision tools, and assessment processes to improve quality of care and performance across supported LGAs.

Key Performance Areas / Major Activities / Responsibilities / Percentage Worked

Systems, Policies, Standards and Guidelines / 20%:

• Support the design and operationalization of the CARMNIS capacity building framework, including training guidelines, learning standards, and mentorship protocols.


• Work with program and government teams to integrate CBHW learning plans into existing state systems, AOPs, and supervision structures.


• Ensure capacity building activities adhere to national CBHW, PHC, and RMNCH+N policies.

Capacity Building Tools and Approaches / 20%:

• Lead development and adaptation of competency-based training materials, job aids, skill checklists, and mentorship tools.


• Introduce adult-learning and simulation-based training approaches for CBHWs and facility mentors.


• Develop supportive supervision and coaching tools that reinforce practical skill mastery and service quality.

Planning & Implementation of Capacity Building Activities / 15%:

• Coordinate CBHW training, refresher sessions, mentorship rotation schedules, and community-based coaching.


• Collaborate with state teams to sequence activities across wards and LGAs.


• Manage capacity building inputs including training logistics, participant

Competency Assessment & Performance Monitoring / 15%:

• Design and administer pre/post-tests, OSCEs, skill assessments, and simulation-based evaluations.


• Track CBHW skill progression and identify areas requiring additional support.


• Support integration of competency data into project dashboards and state review mechanisms.

Knowledge Products & Documentation / 10%:

• Document successful training innovations, case studies, lessons learned, and capacity building best practices.


• Develop training summaries, technical briefs, and learning materials for dissemination to partners.


• Support visibility of project achievements through high-quality documentation.


• Supports technical assistance on information collection for documentation, packaging, and branding for visibility.

Training Delivery & Mentorship Support / 10%:

• Deliver technical sessions during CBHW training and provide direct coaching.


• Strengthen the capacity of mentors, supervisors, and PHC staff to support ongoing CBHW learning.


• Collaborate with clinical mentors for integrated skill-building during facility visits.

Documentation and Reports / 10%:

• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual capacity building reports.


• Ensure implementation aligns with donor expectations, safeguarding, and Pathfinder’s quality standards.


• Support budget monitoring for training-related activities.

Minimum Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing, Public Health, Health Education, Community Health, or related field (master’s preferred).


• Minimum 7 years’ experience in capacity building for PHC, CBHW, or RMNCH programs.


• Experience in competency-based training, mentoring models, and supportive supervision.


• Experience working with government health systems in Nigeria.

Competencies/Attributes:

Minimally Required Job-specific Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of community health systems and CBHW models.


• Expertise in training design, adult learning, and simulation-based instruction.


• Strong mentoring, coaching, and facilitation skills.


• Ability to develop learning tools, SOPs, and job aids.


• Understanding RMNCH+N service delivery and quality improvement.

Minimally Required Organizational Competencies:

• Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Services: Foundational knowledge of family planning and reproductive health principles, practices and services of assigned project and program.


• Passion for Sexual and Reproductive Health Services: Commitment to family planning, reproductive health services, gender, maternal, child health services, and eradication of harmful traditional practices.


• Software Applications: Foundational skills using MS Office products, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.


• Excellent communication (written and verbal).


• Languages: Ability to speak and write using the local language and English language.


• Customer Service: Proven customer service skills.


• Organization, Planning and Multi-tasking: Advanced organizational and planning skills. Foundational project planning and project management skills. Proven ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and multi-task with minimal supervision.


• Self-Management and Teamwork: Ability to work independently or as a member of the team, ability to be detailed-oriented, and ability to manage stress effectively in a fast-paced environment.


• Matrix Management: Ability to thrive in a matrixed organization.


• Confidentiality: Proven ability to maintain confidentiality on work-related issues.

Other Information:

• Travel required (at least 30%)


• Uses cellular and desk phone, laptop or desktop computer.