Job Description

Apply for the Technical Officer position at Management Sciences for Health (MSH) in Delta State, Nigeria. Learn about the responsibilities, qualifications, required skills, and application process.

Technical Officer at Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

Healthcare professionals with experience in malaria prevention, public health, and health programme implementation are invited to apply for the Technical Officer position at Management Sciences for Health (MSH) in Delta State.

This role supports the implementation of malaria control programmes by working closely with state health authorities, local government teams, and development partners. The successful candidate will contribute to improving malaria preventio

n, diagnosis, treatment, and service delivery while strengthening the capacity of healthcare workers and supporting evidence-based public health interventions.

About Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit organization that works with governments, healthcare providers, and communities to strengthen health systems and improve public health outcomes worldwide.

For more than four decades, MSH has supported countries in building resilient healthcare systems through technical assistance, capacity development, disease prevention programmes, and health policy implementation. Its work spans areas such as malaria, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, pharmaceutical systems, and health financing.

Job Overview

The Technical Officer will collaborate with state-based Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) specialists to support the State Malaria Elimination Programme (SMEP) and State Ministry of Health (SMOH).

The role focuses on coordinating malaria prevention and treatment activities, supporting health worker training, strengthening malaria service delivery, improving maternal and child health interventions, and contributing to programme monitoring and reporting.

Job Details

• Position: Technical Officer
• Organization: Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
• Job Requisition ID: R5103
• Location: Delta State, Nigeria
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Sector: Public Health / NGO
• Application Deadline: Not Specified

Key Responsibilities

Support Malaria Programme Implementation

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with state technical specialists to support implementation of malaria case management activities.
• Ensure programme activities comply with national malaria prevention, diagnosis, and treatment guidelines.
• Support achievement of project objectives and donor deliverables.
• Assist state and local government teams in planning programme activities.

Capacity Building and Technical Support

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate training programmes for healthcare workers.
• Support Integrated Monitoring and Supportive Supervision (iMSV) activities.
• Strengthen technical capacity of State Ministry of Health personnel.
• Provide technical guidance on malaria prevention and control strategies.

Support Public Health Interventions

The Technical Officer will:

• Support implementation of Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) campaigns for children under five years.
• Assist with improving Intermittent Preventive Treatment in Pregnancy (IPTp).
• Support routine distribution of Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLINs) to pregnant women and young children.
• Promote quality malaria prevention and treatment services across supported health facilities.

Monitoring, Reporting, and Documentation

The role also involves:

• Preparing technical activity reports for programme leadership.
• Documenting programme achievements, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Supporting quarterly learning and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Preparing service delivery reports and technical documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement

The successful candidate will:

• Represent MSH in state-level Malaria Technical Working Groups (TWGs).
• Participate in health coordination meetings with government and development partners.
• Maintain effective collaboration with State Ministries of Health, Local Government Authorities, and implementing partners.
• Support coordination of malaria programme activities at the state level.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• An MBBS or MD degree.
• Field experience in malaria prevention, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Specialized experience in malaria programming is highly desirable.
• At least five years of relevant post-NYSC experience in public health.
• Experience in community-based health programmes.
• Experience providing technical assistance to government or partner organizations.

Required Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of malaria prevention and control strategies.
• Experience implementing public health programmes.
• Ability to prepare evidence-based technical reports.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders and development partners.
• Ability to train and mentor healthcare workers.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with the following will have an advantage:

• Previous experience working on malaria programmes.
• Knowledge of Global Fund policies and grant implementation procedures.
• Experience supporting community-based health interventions.
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s public health system and malaria control strategies.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position provides an opportunity to contribute directly to malaria prevention and public health improvement in Nigeria. The successful candidate will work alongside government institutions and international health experts to strengthen healthcare delivery, improve disease prevention programmes, and build the capacity of frontline health workers.

Professionals interested in public health programme implementation, malaria control, and health systems strengthening will gain valuable experience in a nationally important health initiative.

Tips for a Strong Application

Before submitting your application:

• Highlight experience in malaria prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Include examples of public health programme implementation and community-based interventions.
• Demonstrate experience training healthcare workers or supporting government health programmes.
• Mention work involving monitoring, reporting, or technical assistance.
• Showcase experience collaborating with development partners or donor-funded projects.
• Emphasize strong report writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Candidates preparing applications can also improve their chances by reading our guide on How to Write a Professional CV in Nigeria That Gets Interviews (2026 Guide) before submitting their documents.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through the official Management Sciences for Health (MSH) online recruitment portal.

Before applying, ensure your CV clearly demonstrates your public health experience, malaria programme expertise, technical skills, and achievements relevant to the role.

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Final Thoughts

Management Sciences for Health is seeking a dedicated public health professional to support malaria prevention and control activities in Delta State. This opportunity is well suited to candidates with clinical and public health experience who are passionate about strengthening healthcare systems and improving community health outcomes.

Review the eligibility requirements carefully and tailor your application to highlight your technical expertise, programme implementation experience, and commitment to improving malaria services.