Organization Overview

NI-ABAE is an evidence-based organization that aims to increase childhood vaccination rates and save lives in the most cost-effective way. While caregivers and infants remain our top priority, our operations are guided by accountability, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

New Incentives - All Babies Are Equal (NI-ABAE) is seeking Field Officers to expand its operations to prevent child mortality in Jigawa, Katsina, and Zamfara States in Nigeria. This position is strictly for contingency purposes and to identify candidates for future scaling (potentially).

The Field Officers will support the New Incentives program, which uses cash transfers to encourage mothers to complete their infants' immunization schedules. The program operates in cooperation with the State Primary Healthcare Development Board in all states where it operates. The primary duty in the role will be enrolling beneficiaries at public clinics.

Field Officers are hired full-time and work at clinics throughout Jigawa, Katsina, and Zamfara State. They must already be based or reside in one of the following towns:

Jigawa

Gwiwa
Gumel
Yankwashi
Kazaure
Miga
Maigatari
Kiyawa
Gwaram
Dutse
Buji
Kafin Hausa
Malam Madori
Auyo
Sule Tankarkar
Gagarawa
Roni
Babura
Jahun
Kaugama
Kiri Kasama
Guri
Garki
Hadejia
Taura
Birnin Kudu
Biriniwa
Ringim

Katsina

Musawa
Zango
Dan Musa
Sandamu
Matazu
Mashi
Katsina
Sabuwa
Kaita
Dutsi
Dandume
Batsari
Jibia
Danja
Batagarawa
Rimi
Kankara
Malumfashi
Kafur
Mani
Funtua
Kusada
Bindawa
Daura
Mai'Adua
Baure
Faskari
Dutsin Ma
Bakori
Kurfi
Charanchi
Kankia
Ingawa
Safana

Zamfara

Bungudu
Birnin Magaji-Kiyaw
Gusau
Talata Mafara
Zurmi
Kaura Namoda
Anka
Maru
Tsafe
Shinkafi
Bakura
Gummi
Maradun
Bukkuyum

Context:

In recent years, Nigeria has significantly increased access to vaccination services for infants. However, despite these improvements on the supply side, the demand for vaccines remains relatively low. To address this, New Incentives introduced a Conditional Cash Transfer to motivate mothers to fully vaccinate their babies. These transfers help mothers cover transportation costs to clinics and compensate for lost time, ensuring more children are protected against serious diseases.

Key Duties:

Enrolling beneficiaries at remote public clinics
Monitor immunization services at your clinic
Interact with clinic staff and beneficiaries
Assist with other duties related to the program

Please note that this is a hands-on job for hard-working, dedicated young candidates.

Position Responsibilities

CCT Disbursements (60%)

Enroll beneficiaries in the program based on strict eligibility criteria
Provide a detailed report on enrollments and maintain diligent cash management standards.
Coach caregivers to return to the clinic and explain the Next Visit Date. Confirm that vaccinations are being given and recorded, and that any stockouts, runouts, or other reasons infants are not served are clearly recorded and communicated.
Ensure a health talk is conducted and that all key messages are communicated (including the importance of immunization and anticipated side effects)
Prevent fraud among beneficiaries and health staff
Inform caregivers about immunization benefits and discuss issues in their settlement
Prevent out-of-catchment infants from being enrolled while ensuring that infants who might be from catchment are not discouraged
Collect, document, and ensure that all outreaches, campaigns, and other immunization activities are attended by the locals.
Submit the necessary reports for each immunization day: doForms CCTs for Immunizations, doForms Clinic Daily, AppSheet NI Field Expenses, and AppSheet Cash Report.
Confirm that all beneficiaries are served without long wait times (both on our side and on the clinic staff side).
Review record-keeping by Clinic Staff (CIR, CHCs, Tally Sheet, Vaccination records) and correct as needed
Interact with clinic staff, other nonprofits, and LGA officials
Complete required training and appraisals
Commit to and strictly follow all security protocols and guidance
Call clinic staff and village leaders in the morning to receive a security update
Report any incident to the direct superior promptly, either by phone or in writing via email
Communicate expected supply-side requirements to clinic staff
Expedite disbursement steps while establishing a positive relationship with caregivers
Adhere to COVID-19 measures and related submissions

Clinic and Settlement Activities and Surveys (10%)

Proactively identify issues at clinics and inform FM; provide recommendations for solutions
Engage clinic staff and settlement stakeholders on issues at clinics and settlements affecting enrollment and immunization rates
Track defaulters, understand the causes of default, and maintain data confidentiality
Perform awareness and other activities as assigned by FM, with diligent execution
Provide insightful, detailed activity reports after completing delegated activities from FM
Collect and distribute clinic gifts, express appreciation for the contributions of clinic staff, complete the Clinic Gift Distribution Form, and update the ABAE Progress Poster
Complete assigned surveys at settlements and geographic areas

Supply-side and Stakeholder Relationships (10%)

Maintain cordial relationships with clinic staff, community leaders, Imams, TBAs, LLOs, and other stakeholders in the clinic's catchment area
Assess and report on the causes of enrollment and defaulter issues through effective probing
Report supply-side issues through FM Check-in; submit Clinic Daily the same day
Communicate expected supply requirements to clinic staff
First Responder to Fraud, Supply, and Security

Security Awareness (5%)

Commit to and strictly comply with security protocols, policies, and plans.
Call the clinic and village leaders in the morning for any security updates.
Report all security incidents in areas of operations, including those that do not directly affect staff and/or operations.
Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of team members, as applicable, in the field.
Read and understand all Security documents relevant to operations, including SOPs, the Country Security Plan, and training completion.

Other duties/Special Projects (5%)

Complete all necessary training and appraisals
Special projects may be assigned by a senior manager or deployed in line with management's prerogatives
Duties of the Reserve Field Officer, Supervising Field Officer, and Logistics Officer may differ

Required Qualifications:

Fluency in local languages and dialects spoken in Jigawa, Katsina, or Zamfara State, especially Hausa. Please list the languages and dialects you can speak and your fluency level for each in your cover letter.
Nigerian national already based in Jigawa, Katsina, or Zamfara State.
Minimum of a National Diploma, ideally a bachelor's degree, preferably in health or another natural science.
Willingness to work at remote public clinics a few days per week and to take public transportation to reach them.
Experience with the Nigerian health system and clinic documentation, particularly related to infant health and vaccinations.
Experience collecting, synthesizing, and drawing conclusions from health data is desirable.
Careful attention to financial matters and fund management
Detail-oriented, diligent professional
Passion for helping others and reducing infant mortality
Strong communication and writing skills in English, Hausa, and dialects (verbal and written)
Excellent responsiveness to email and phone requests
Proficiency with Microsoft Word/Excel, internet browsers, smartphones, and new communications technology in general
Hardworking, results-oriented, and loyal
Motivation to work in a young organization that is constantly changing based on stakeholder feedback and operates with a lean structure

Applications are accepted only online through Breezy HR and must include the following attachments:

One-page CV
A brief letter of motivation (maximum of 300 words)

The selection process for this position is competitive. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates shortlisted from their online applications will be required to complete an online test and interviews to identify the most qualified candidate in a transparent, meritocratic manner. At the end of the process, candidates will be invited to in-person training, and the best candidates will be offered positions.

Please note that New Incentives is dedicated to allocating the largest possible share to its beneficiaries and therefore limits its administrative costs. This approach results in modest but adequate salaries for its staff. Do not expect salaries comparable to those offered by larger international organizations or corporations.

Note: “Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.”

To apply, click on the button below. Please do NOT submit applications by email.

DISCLAIMER: Beware of fraudulent job offers. New Incentives – All Babies Are Equal Initiative does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Field Officers (entry-level)