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About the Job

JOB PURPOSE:
The incumbent will collect field immunization data, verify accuracy, compile monthly reports and submit them to the EPI Department and INTERSOS Health and MEAL teams in Maiduguri. The role will also manage the distribution of EPI registers, tally sheets and other standardized SMOH reporting tools to health facilities and mobile clinics for the Gates Foundation project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive and distribute EPI registers, tally sheets and routine immunization data tools. Train vaccinators, outreach teams and community health workers on correct use of EPI tools and reporting formats. Support micro-planning using catchment population data. Compile monthly routine immunization and nOPV2 coverage data, including vaccinated children, defaulters and polio-related AEFI cases. Support Health and MEAL teams to extract immunization database data and produce Gates Foundation and SMOH-compliant reports. Conduct field visits to verify data collection and reporting standards. Coordinate collection of vaccine stock and utilization data, including vaccine types, doses, quantities used, damaged and expired quantities. Participate in monthly SMOH EPI Department meetings in consultation with the Medical Coordinator and Technical Manager.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Public Health, Health Information Management, Statistics, Nursing or equivalent. At least 6 months of NGO data-management experience. Ability to learn and use recording software. Essential computer literacy in Word and Excel. Results and quality orientation, teamwork, behavioural flexibility, service orientation and commitment to INTERSOS principles. Proficiency in written and spoken English. Fluency in Hausa and Kanuri is an asset.

HOW TO APPLY:
Complete the application form and attach your CV and cover letter using the format Surname_Position you applied for. Apply no later than Monday, 19 October 2026 at 12:00 PM. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early if a suitable candidate is identified. INTERSOS encourages applications from women, minorities, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities. Successful candidates must comply with and promote INTERSOS’s PSEA Policy. More information: https://www.intersos.org/en/what-we-do/nigeria/

Suitability Check

1. What is your highest qualification in Public Health, Health Information Management, Statistics, Nursing or a related field?
2. How much experience do you have in data management, particularly with an NGO or INGO?
3. Describe your experience collecting, cleaning, verifying and reporting immunization or health data.
4. Which EPI, HMIS or routine immunization reporting tools and databases have you used?
5. Describe your experience training vaccinators, outreach teams or community health workers on data tools.
6. What experience do you have with micro-planning, catchment population data and vaccination coverage reporting?
7. How have you tracked vaccine stock, utilization, damaged doses and expired doses?
8. How proficient are you in Microsoft Word and Excel?
9. Are you fluent in English and Hausa? Do you speak Kanuri?
10. Why are you suitable for the Data Entry Operator (HMIS Officer) position with INTERSOS?

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