- Company: Malteser International
- Location: Maiduguri, Borno
- Job type: Full-time
- Salary: According to Malteser International salary grade
- Deadline: 11 November 2026
About the role
Malteser International is seeking a Maternal and Child Health / Gender-Based Violence Officer to join their team in Maiduguri, Borno. This full-time position supports the organization’s humanitarian work in the WASH sector, with a focus on improving maternal and child health services and addressing gender-based violence. The contract is valid from November 2026 to September 2027.
Responsibilities
- Represent Malteser International in SRH/GBV coordination meetings and collaborate with health ministries, UN agencies, and local stakeholders.
- Train and mentor midwives, health workers, and staff on sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and clinical management of rape (CMR).
- Supervise maternal and child health services, including antenatal and postnatal care, and ensure effective referral pathways for GBV survivors.
- Conduct field visits to monitor service quality, analyze data trends, and track progress against program objectives.
- Ensure compliance with SRH protocols, clinical standards, and infection prevention and control measures.
- Prepare monthly reports on SRH/GBV activities and contribute accurate data to donor reports.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in SRH program implementation, preferably in humanitarian settings.
- Strong knowledge of Nigerian health systems and GBV referral mechanisms.
- Proficiency in SRH/GBV protocols, such as MISP and CMR.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Midwifery, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field.
- Certification in CMR, SRH, or humanitarian response is an advantage.
- Strong leadership skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to organize trainings.
- Flexibility to work irregular hours for emergency response.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the link below. The application deadline is November 11, 2026.
