Program Assistant (FC SDS Community)

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPANY

Our Organization, Equitable Health Access Initiative (EHAI), is an indigenous non-governmental organization fully committed to positively impacting humanity by implementing innovative programs and projects that enhance positive, healthy, and productive living.

This Position is open to all qualified candidates.

Work Hours shall be: 8:00am to 5.00pm daily (Monday to Thursday), 8:00am to 2.00pm daily (Fridays) 

Job Type: Contract (8 months)

Job Opening date: 1st, November 2025

Job Closing date: 7th, November 2025

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Purpose of the Position:

To support the rapid scale-up of tuberculosis (TB) case detection, diagnosis, and treatment in EHAI-supported Local Government Areas (LGAs) across Lagos and Ogun States through effective supervision, mentoring, data management, and program coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide oversight and mentorship to Field Coordinators and Screening Officers across 10 supported LGAs in Lagos State and 2 LGAs in Ogun State.
  • Collect, verify, and collate project data generated from community TB screening and linkage activities.
  • Facilitate timely transportation of sputum samples from presumptive TB clients to diagnostic laboratories and ensure prompt retrieval of results.
  • Mentor Screening Officers, Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), and Community Volunteers Coordinators (CVCs) to ensure high-quality project implementation and adherence to protocols.
  • Supervise the linkage of Positive TB clients to Directly Observed Treatment (DOT) centers for proper registration and follow-up.
  • Provide continuous mentorship on appropriate specimen collection and testing using TrueLAMP and GeneXpert.
  • Support CBOs/CVCs in linking clients unable to produce sputum to chest X-ray diagnostic services.
  • Ensure all diagnosed TB patients are promptly initiated on treatment and accurately documented in the treatment register.
  • Review TB screening registers at health facilities for accuracy, completeness, and proper page summaries.
  • Facilitate Community Childhood TB Case Finding
  • Facilitate contact tracing for bacteriologically confirmed (index) TB patients to expand case finding.
  • Support CBOs/CVCs in the submission of accurate weekly data to EHAI.
  • Conduct monthly Supportive Supervision Visits (SSVs) to all CBOs/CVCs and submit completed SSV checklists within 72 hours of each visit.
  • Prepare and submit comprehensive monthly and quarterly program performance reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities, capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
  • Strong mentoring and coaching capabilities for capacity building of field staff and community partners.
  • Proficient in data collection, reporting, and analysis for program monitoring.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality assurance in documentation.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Adaptable, creative, and able to respond effectively to changing program needs.
  • Committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
  • Displays sound judgment, initiative, and a positive attitude.

 QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS   

  • BSc. in any health-related field.
  • Fluent English

Preference for:

  • Experience supervising others.

SELECTION PROCESS 
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

METHOD OF APPLICATION 
Applicants should send detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft Word format and a typewritten cover letter to the Head of Human Resources through careers@ehainigeria.org. 

Candidates must indicate their position and location as the subject of their email and application letters.

EHAI is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, or sexual orientation.

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