We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer

Requisition: 2026200406

Location: Adamawa

Job Summary

• The Senior Technical Officer will provide state-level technical leadership under the STRIDES Activity in Nigeria.
• They support and oversee implementation of all technical activities at the state level, with a focus on strengthening infectious disease surveillance systems, laboratory and diagnostic capacities, data collection and analysis, and outbreak preparedness and response.
• They will work in close coordination with government entities, local partners, and subcontractors to ensure state-level activities are aligned with national strategies and donor requirements.
• They will report to the Associate Director, Technical and contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of STRIDES work plans and quality assurance systems.

Accountabilities

Technical Requirements:

• Oversees implementation of all STRIDES technical activities at the state level, coordinating with government entities, local partners, and subcontractors
• Supports technical aspects the project, including capacity building for government and partners.
• Monitors and maintains STRIDES protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials and reports related to laboratory/diagnostics, surveillance, and outbreak response activities.
• Works closely with state government and partners to ensure project implementation remains technically sound and adheres to company strategy and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Develops or writes technical briefs, reports, or other necessary materials to facilitate research, best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Conducts analysis of project implementation to identify areas for improvement and propose appropriate technical strategy and guidelines.
• Leads technical support for state-level laboratory/diagnostics, surveillance, and outbreak response activities, including coordination of data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Provides mentorship and team building at the task level.
• Collaborates with the monitoring and evaluation team to interpret data sets and other assessment findings.
• Provides technical support in the development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and interventions for research projects.
• Provides technical input on subject matter best practices to assist with implementation
• May provide input into the technical portion of the project plan related to state-level activities.
• Assists with implementing components of the technical portions of the project plan
• Develops and monitors technical work plans and budgets.
• Participate in client meetings and draft reports/presentations.

Project Design Implementation:

• Develops strategies and tools for the design and implementation of state-level technical activities (surveillance, diagnostics, outbreak response).
• Monitors project deliverables and reports to supervisors.
• Coordinates and supports the implementation of all STRIDES technical activities at the state level.
• May implement components of the technical portions of the project plan.
• Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff.

Operations Management (Finance, HR, etc.):

• Collaborates with finance and operations colleagues to ensure project activities are on track with work plans, with technical expertise informing project implementation.
• Collaborates with finance and operations to develop project timelines and budgets.
• Assists in the development of client reports and presentations.
• Tracks technical project spend under broad supervision.
• Tracks Statement of Work (SOW) and budget tracking systems; provides reports to supervisors.
• Collects technical tracking data; prepares reports.

C Project/Program Reporting:

• Prepares reports and papers summarizing project results and analyzing data sets and technical assessment findings.
• Establishes and maintains SOW and budget tracking systems.
• Drafts / prepares client technical reports.
• Creates technical content (e.g., reports, presentations, manuscripts).

Quality Assurance:

• Develops in-depth knowledge of quality standards through a formalized system that documents processes, procedures, and responsibilities for achieving quality policies and objectives.
• Coordinates and directs activities to meet client and regulatory requirements.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of health systems, disease surveillance, laboratory/diagnostic networks, and outbreak response activities.
• Technical expertise in coordinating and overseeing state-level implementation of global health security activities.
• Development of scope of work and deliverables for partners, consultants, etc.
• Broader knowledge of quality standards
• Proficiency with database management software and on-line search tools required.
• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent and demonstrated project management skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with others.
• Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
• Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.
• Experience in interpreting health data to inform state-level decision-making and technical guidance.
• Knowledge of international and national health regulations, laboratory biosafety, and surveillance protocols.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Works on problems of moderate to complex scope that require review of various factors.
• Exercises good judgment in selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.
• Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a project.
• Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff
• Networks with key internal and external personnel.
• Decision may cause delays or failure to achieve results that impact project goals.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Determines methods and procedures on new projects and assignments.
• Serves as team lead and may mentor other lower-level personnel.
• Reports to the Associate Director, Technical.

Requirements

Education:

• Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Public Health, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Laboratory Science, Health Systems, or related fields.

Experience:

• Typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience in public health, laboratory systems strengthening, surveillance, or outbreak preparedness and response.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
• Experience supporting the implementation of USG or other donor-funded health projects preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and provide technical guidance to multiple stakeholders at the state level.
• Experience in capacity building, training, and mentoring government counterparts and partners in health program implementation.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at a computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 10% - 25% domestic travel.

Application Closing Date

23rd March, 2026.