ABOUT THE JOB
The Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASH) Assistant at Ekklesiyar An’UWA a Nigeria (EYE) serves as a field-based professional dedicated to expanding access to sexual and reproductive health information and services for women and girls in Northeast Nigeria, specifically in Polka and Gaza Local Government Areas of Born State. Key responsibilities include improving service accessibility, fortifying referral networks for adolescent healthcare, and delivering capacity-building initiatives for partners and staff on gender-based violence (GBV) and ASH topics to advance youth health outcomes.
LOCATION: PULKA
Oversee the daily operations of the department, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and efficient workflow management. Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance productivity and meet key performance indicators. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align projects with company objectives and drive cohesive progress. Monitor performance metrics, analyze trends, and provide data-driven recommendations to senior leadership. Manage a team of professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and best practices in all operational activities.
The ASH Assistant will undertake the following responsibilities, which may extend beyond those explicitly enumerated but remain inherent to the role:
Facilitate both group education initiatives and one-on-one counselling sessions focused on sexual and reproductive health services.
Facilitate in-depth sexuality education workshops and collaborative parent group sessions tailored for adolescents and their caregivers.
Offer expert direction during educational sessions to Community Health Volunteers regarding Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health services.
Conduct safe motherhood sessions specifically tailored for pregnant adolescents, ensuring all activities align with established health and safety protocols throughout the engagement.
Revise all applicable ASH IEC materials to align with program facilities and oversee the reprinting of key ASH publications for distribution purposes.
Take an active role in facilitating the sensitization campaign focused on adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASH) services within the community.
Organize campaigns related to ASRH
Organize and facilitate community dialogue sessions with religious and community leaders to introduce adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASH) services and youth-friendly corners, while simultaneously securing their endorsement and active participation.
During health coordination meetings, report on the progress and data associated with the programs.
Prepare and submit detailed weekly and monthly reports summarizing operational activities and performance metrics.
CORE BEHAVIOURS
Profound comprehension of humanitarian environments and the practical implementation of humanitarian tenets is essential.
Ensure adherence to the core principles outlined in essential national and international humanitarian frameworks, codes, and commitments throughout all program goals and activities.
To incorporate accountability principles for beneficiaries into the methodology.
Accomplishing objectives with efficiency and precision is paramount, ensuring that goals are met through strategic execution and resource optimization.
Facilitate the optimal and accountable allocation of resources, aligning with established internal controls.
Handle complex challenges with assurance and poise, ensuring sound judgment and decisive action in high-pressure scenarios.
Evaluate the broader implications of decisions across both immediate and long-term horizons.
Consistently delivers constructive feedback and progress updates to drive enhanced outcomes and performance improvements.
To capture and analyze lessons learned, integrating these insights into subsequent project planning and execution, ensuring continuous improvement and enhanced future outcomes.
Fostering and strengthening partnerships through consistent communication, mutual respect, and shared objectives is essential for achieving collective success.
Actively engage with and attentively consider the diverse viewpoints and insights shared by stakeholders.
Engage proactively with professional networks to both absorb and disseminate best practices, ensuring continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
Cultivate and sustain transparent communication channels and meaningful exchanges with individuals affected by disasters and conflicts, as well as relevant stakeholders.
Ensuring safety and security through precise operational protocols is paramount.
Identify and communicate potential risks and threats, implementing proactive measures to minimize their impact on both personal and agency objectives.
Implement safeguards to ensure no harm comes to partners or the communities, while actively mitigating potential risks to uphold their safety and well-being.
Adhere to established safety and security protocols to strengthen organizational resilience against potential threats.
Thriving amidst dynamic, high-pressure conditions with resilience and adaptability is essential for this role. The position demands the ability to maintain composure, prioritize effectively, and navigate evolving circumstances with confidence and strategic thinking.
Assist team members in developing effective stress management strategies by guiding them in prioritizing their workloads and demonstrating healthy self-care practices.
Maintain composure and clarity of thought even when confronted with challenging or high-pressure circumstances.
Conduct oneself with unwavering integrity by exercising the position entrusted with accountability and impartiality.
Uphold ethical standards and maintain professional conduct in strict adherence to applicable codes of conduct.
Plan and execute tasks efficiently while maintaining a high standard of performance, even in high-pressure situations. Prioritize responsibilities effectively to ensure timely and accurate completion of deliverables.
Demonstrate accountability for your individual performance and the consequences of your decisions, ensuring that all tasks are completed with diligence and consideration for their broader implications.
Demonstrates strong leadership through decisive action, strategic thinking, and personal accountability while fostering an inspiring environment and nurturing the growth of others.
Demonstrate managerial courage by addressing challenging circumstances with determination and actively pursuing solutions, while also expressing enthusiasm for advocating innovative concepts.
Demonstrate approachability and trust by actively listening to others and recognizing the value of their input, while fostering an environment where individuals feel at ease through transparent and sincere communication of thoughts and feelings.
Demonstrate initiative in personal and professional growth by owning one’s development trajectory and proactively soliciting feedback to gain deeper insight into individual strengths and areas for improvement.
Skilled at persuading others, this role involves identifying individual motivations and clearly demonstrating how your proposed solution aligns with their goals and priorities.
Provide actionable feedback to support the professional growth and development of others by identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive guidance.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency in specific software tools, such as those used for data analysis or project management, is required. Prior experience in a similar role, typically a minimum of three years, is highly preferred. Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex problems efficiently are essential. Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities are also necessary to collaborate effectively within the organization.
A Diploma or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in a field of science or Public Health is required.
Seeking a candidate with at least two years of hands-on experience in designing and executing Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASH) programs specifically within emergency contexts.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities are required, along with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
Proven expertise in relevant technical or functional domains, supported by comprehensive academic training and hands-on experience. Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing specialized tools, methodologies, and industry best practices to achieve operational objectives. Strong analytical capabilities combined with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
Exceptional ability to communicate clearly and effectively, along with a talent for facilitating discussions and guiding groups toward productive outcomes.
You possess exceptional abilities in fostering meaningful relationships with stakeholders.
Proven track record in designing and implementing capacity-building initiatives and training programs.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills in collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, particularly adolescents.
Requires strong capabilities in gathering and interpreting data using established methodologies.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , OND , PhD/Fellowship
Experience Required
2 years
