Job Vacancies @ Save the Children Nigeria – 8 Positions

Job Title: Consultant, Review of Lagos State Vaccination Law

Location: Lagos
Employment-type: Part-time

Scope of the Work
The consultant shall undertake the following tasks:

Review of Lagos State Vaccination Law:

• Reviewing the current Lagos state vaccination law to identify legal structural, and governance gaps, including mandates, institutional roles, enforcement mechanisms, and financing provisions.

Gap and Legal Risk Analysis:

• Identify statutory gaps, legal ambiguities, enforcement challenges, and compliance risks.
• Assess alignment with national and international legal obligations.

Stakeholder Consultations:

Conduct targeted consultations with:

• Lagos State Ministry of Health
• Lagos State Primary Health Care Board
• Relevant committees of the Lagos State House of Assembly
• Civil society organizations and implementing partners

Validation and Legislative Engagement:

• Facilitate validation workshops and technical review meetings.
• Support engagement with legislative stakeholders to ensure statutory coherence and political feasibility.

Legal Drafting:

• Prepare a revised draft law incorporating legal, policy, and public health considerations.
• Draft explanatory notes and legal justifications for proposed amendments.

Policy Brief Development:

• Prepare a policy brief summarizing the key recommendations and implications of the revised law, distinguishing clearly between statutory provisions and technical or operational elements.

Finalization:

• Produce a final draft of the Lagos State vaccination law, explanatory memorandum, and policy implications brief.

Methodology:
Consultants can suggest an appropriate methodology subject to confirmation from SCI. Recommended structure includes:

• Comprehensive document review.
• Key Informant interviews and focused group discussions.
• Stakeholder review meeting.
• Intermediary report development.
• Validation meeting.
• Final draft law, PowerPoint presentation, and policy brief.
• Consultancy report summarizing work done.

Deliverables:
Inception Phase (3 days):
Inception Report:

• Detailed work plan
• Methodological framework
• Stakeholder engagement strategy.

Interim Phase (20 days):

• Initial report summarizing findings from the desk review and interviews.
• Preliminary review meeting with stakeholders.
• Final report on findings from stakeholder consultations.
• Policy brief explaining technical/policy recommendations and a domesticated immunization policy note for Kano state.

Final Phase (7 days):

• 10‑minute PowerPoint presentation.
• Final consolidated report.

Location and Travel:

• The review will be done within Lagos State.
• All stakeholders are based in Lagos State, and there will be no traveling required for the participants.

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced Degree: A First Degree in a Health-related field; a Master’s Degree in Public Health will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 – 7 years of experience in health policy development/review with a focus on immunization or public health.
• Experience working in Nigeria's health sector, particularly in Lagos State.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in legislative drafting, health law, or regulatory policy reform.
• Proven experience with ministries of justice and legislative bodies.
• Demonstrated experience in public health law, immunization policy, or health systems strengthening.

Skills:

• Advanced legal drafting and analytical skills
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation capacity
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Reporting:

• The consultant will report directly to the Advocacy Coordinator at Save the Children.
• All deliverables will be submitted through this office and are subject to review and validation by the SCI office in Lagos.

Ownership / Copyright:

• All outputs and materials from the consultancy are the property of Save the Children Nigeria.
• Save the Children retains the exclusive rights to publish, disseminate, or promote any part of the vaccination law review output.

Management and Technical Guidance:

• The consultant will work under the supervision of the Advocacy Coordinator, Kano state Program Manager, and the BOOST project Chief of Party.
• Close collaboration will be maintained with the Chief of Party and Program Manager.
• All logistics, including transport, will be funded by Save the Children.

Guiding Principles and Values:

• Adherence to Save the Children’s Child Safeguarding Policy and Safe Programming Standards is mandatory.
• All review processes must ensure the safety, dignity, and voluntary participation of all participants.
• The consultant must uphold humanitarian principles and human rights norms in all project phases.

Application Closing Date
2nd March, 2026 03:30 PM.

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Scope of the Work
The consultant shall undertake the following tasks:

• Development of the Kano State Immunization Policy based on the State specification, context, and cultural realities.

Responsibilities
Conduct a Comprehensive Desk Review:
The consultant will review relevant documents to understand existing frameworks, gaps, and alignment issues. This includes:

• National Immunization Policy, and other related policies and guidelines in the State.
• Academic literature, grey literature, and government reports.
• Any existing immunization plans or operational documents.

Undertake a Gap Analysis & Legal Risk Assessment:
The consultant will conduct detailed technical and legal analysis to:

• Identify statutory and policy gaps.
• Clarify ambiguities in mandates, roles, and responsibilities.
• Highlight compliance, enforcement, and operational risks.
• Assess alignment with national and international health obligations.

This ensures that the policy is both feasible and aligned with broader immunization standards.

Conduct Stakeholder Consultations:
Engage key stakeholders through interviews, focus group discussions, and review meetings. Stakeholders may include:

• Ministry of Health
• State Primary Health Care Board
• LGA health teams
• Civil society organizations
• Traditional and Religious Institutions
• Development partners

This ensures the policy reflects local realities, cultural contexts, and operational challenges.

Facilitate Multi-Stakeholder Review Workshops:
The consultant will organize inclusive review sessions where stakeholders:

• Review and validate initial findings.
• Provide inputs on gaps, priorities, and policy direction.
• Discuss governance, financing, and accountability frameworks.

These workshops will help in creating consensus and buy-in from stakeholders

Interim Reports:
The consultant will document insights and emerging recommendations, including:

• Desk review summary.
• Stakeholder consultation findings.
• Notes and transcripts of key meetings.

This intermediate reporting helps refine policy directions before drafting.

Draft the Immunization Policy:
Using validated findings, the consultant will prepare a comprehensive draft policy that includes:

• Vision, goals, and guiding principles.
• Clear roles, mandates, and responsibilities across government levels.
• Policy directions on service delivery, coverage, supply chain, demand creation, financing, monitoring, and accountability.
• Provisions for coordination, data systems, and zero‑dose reach strategies.

This forms the core output of the consultancy.

Develop Accompanying Policy Tools:
To support implementation, the consultant will also develop:

• Explanatory notes or commentary for policymakers.
• A policy brief summarizing recommendations and implications.
• Recommendations for operational guidelines or technical directives.

This ensures the policy can be easily understood and acted upon.

Validation and Legislative Engagement Sessions:
The consultant will support the State in convening:

• Validation workshops to finalize the policy.

Finalize the Immunization Policy and Consultancy Report:
The consultant:

• Revises the policy based on validation inputs.
• Prepare the final consolidated consultancy report.
• Submits all deliveries (policy, briefs, presentation, reports).

Methodology:
Consultants can suggest an appropriate methodology subject to confirmation from SCI; however, we recommend the following methodology structure:

• Conduct a comprehensive document review, including the current National Immunization Policy, national health policies and guidelines, literature and academic papers, grey literature and government reports (etc.), to identify what needs to be domesticated in the policy.
• Conduct Key Informant interviews as well as focus group discussions with the relevant stakeholders (as identified in the scope of work section), on their views and opinions on how Immunization policy will be and understand the gaps.
• Lead a review meeting where several stakeholders are invited to share their views and inputs on immunization.
• Develop an intermediary report summarizing key findings from the literature and other data collected during the consultancy.
• Validate the findings of the report in a validation meeting.
• Use the validated findings to inform the final immunization Policy draft, a short PowerPoint presentation, and a policy brief.
• Write a consultancy report summarizing the work done by the consultant.
• VII. Deliverables.

Inception Phase (3 days):
Inception Report:

• Detailed work plan
• Methodological framework
• Stakeholder engagement strategy.

Interim Phase (20 days):

• Initial report summarizing the findings from the desk review and key informant interviews, along with the notes taken and transcripts.
• Organize a preliminary review meeting with stakeholders.
• Develop a final report on the findings from the stakeholders' consultations.
• Develop a policy brief explaining technical/policy recommendations to implement immunization Policy in Kano.
• Develop a 10-minute PowerPoint presentation for finalization and engagement of stakeholders.
• Develop a final consolidated report of the consultancy.

Final Phase (7 days)

Location and Official Travel Involved:

• The development of the Kano State Immunization Policy will be done within Kano State.
• All stakeholders are based in Kano state, and there will be no travel required for the participants.

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced Degree: A First Degree in a health-related field. A Master’s Degree in public health will be an added advantage.
• Experience: Minimum 5 - 7 years of experience in health policy development/review with a focus on immunization or public health.
• Familiarity with Nigerian health system: Experience working in Nigeria's health sector, particularly in Kano State, would be beneficial.
• Good understanding of Hausa Language is strongly recommended.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in legislative drafting, health law, or regulatory policy reform.
• Proven experience working with government institutions, particularly ministries of justice and legislative bodies.
• Demonstrated experience in public health law, immunization policy, or health systems strengthening.

Skills:

• Advanced legal drafting and analytical skills
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation capacity
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Reporting:

• The consultant will report directly to the Advocacy Coordinator at Save the Children.
• All deliverables will be submitted through this office and are subject to review and validation by the SCI office in Lagos.

Ownership / Copyright:

• All outputs and materials from the consultancy are the property of Save the Children Nigeria.
• Save the Children retains the exclusive rights to publish, disseminate, or promote any part of the vaccination law review output.

Management and Technical Guidance:

• The consultant will work under the supervision of the Advocacy Coordinator, Kano state Program Manager, and the BOOST project Chief of Party.
• Close collaboration will be maintained with the Chief of Party and Program Manager.
• All logistics, including transport, will be funded by Save the Children.

Guiding Principles and Values:

• Adherence to Save the Children’s Child Safeguarding Policy and Safe Programming Standards is mandatory.
• All review processes must ensure the safety, dignity, and voluntary participation of all participants.
• The consultant must uphold humanitarian principles and human rights norms in all project phases.

Application Closing Date
9th March, 2026 03:14 PM.

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Safeguarding

• Level 3: The role holder will have contact with children and / or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work in country programs; or are visiting country programs; ore because they are responsible for implementing the police checking / vetting process staff.

Role Purpose

• The overall aim of the role is to support the country programme (humanitarian and development) in promoting and building a ‘Safe Organization’ and zero tolerance to sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) of children and adult beneficiaries through awareness raising and beneficiary sensitization focusing on the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) by staff and representatives as well as facilitating confidential reporting of child safeguarding and PSEA concerns/incidents through appropriate channels.

Scope of Role

• Save the Children is committed to ensuring that all children, who have contact with the organization, are safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from child abuse and sexual exploitation.
• This commitment is implemented through the organization’s Safeguarding Framework which incorporates the Child Safeguarding Policy; Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy; Anti-Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Policy; and SCI Code of Conduct.
• It applies equally to all beneficiaries irrespective of their age, gender, disability, ethnicity, sexuality, marital status or religion; and is achieved through ensuring that all staff, partners and other representatives are aware of the problem of child abuse and sexual exploitation, the risks to children and their responsibility to ensure children are not harmed or put at risk during programme implementation activities.

Key Areas of Accountability

• Identify and address training needs of staff and stakeholders in humanitarian and development response in relation to keeping children safe and protecting adults at risk.
• Coordinate safeguarding capacity building and mobilize project staff, partners, volunteers and other stakeholders to undergo induction and annual training in Safeguarding, PSEA and Safe Programming training through formal and informal training sessions, webinars, discussion of case studies, quizzes etc.
• Train and support the Safeguarding Focal Points, thematic leads and supporting functions in the fulfilment of their respective safeguarding responsibilities.
• Develop and prepare materials for all safeguarding and Safe Programming related trainings.
• Organize and facilitate safeguarding induction for newly recruited staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, stakeholders and partners in the field office.
• Facilitate translation of safeguarding IEC materials to local dialects and lead in the procurement and dissemination of all safeguarding IEC materials produced.
• Develop safeguarding messages for various groups of stakeholders and facilitate publication.
• Conduct safeguarding risk assessment for all sectors, projects, programmes and activities involving children in collaboration with respective leads for such activities.
• Compile partners’ activity documents, analyze partners risk assessment result and support on identified gap.
• Support the development and/or updating of safeguarding proposal risk assessment, design mitigation plan and develop safeguarding financial activity plan.
• Compile and develop monthly safeguarding training data/activity report with coordination of focal point.
• Support sectors on reviewing of proposals through a child-safety lens to ensure safe program is implemented and coordinate with the MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) team during the evaluation processes for the compliance of indicators of safe programming.
• Lead in all aspects of safeguarding investigations of reported child safeguarding, PSEA and unsafe programming incidents/concerns and manage the online reporting system by ensuring that all updates on investigations are up to date.
• Support the organization of learning forum on safeguarding best practices at different level – schools and CFS, TLS, etc.
• Support the Safeguarding manager to provide technical guidance on safeguarding to partners, volunteers, SCI representatives and other key stakeholders including consultants.
• Support the Safeguarding Manager to conduct supervision and monitoring visits to project and construction sites and other implementation sites as required.
• Maintain clear records of number of staff, partners, volunteers, contractors, vendors, consultants and other parties trained in safeguarding.
• Support the capturing and sharing of lessons learnt on safeguarding, PSEA and safe programming in across the country’s programme.
• Carry out any other duties either in addition to or instead of those outlined above which may reasonably be required from time to time.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

• The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

Core Competencies and Values:

• Respect & Integrity: Upholds ethical standards, treats all individuals with dignity, and maintains confidentiality in safeguarding matters.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Values diverse perspectives and promotes inclusive practices that protect and empower vulnerable groups.
• Commitment to Excellence: Strives for high-quality safeguarding implementation, continuously seeking opportunities for learning and improvement.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Responds effectively to changing circumstances and remains focused under pressure, especially in humanitarian or complex settings.
• Innovation & Initiative: Identifies gaps and proposes creative, practical solutions to strengthen safeguarding systems and practices.
• Relationship Building: Builds trust and collaborative relationships with colleagues, partners, and community members to promote a culture of safety.
• Effective Communication: Communicates clearly and sensitively, tailoring messages to diverse audiences and ensuring understanding of safeguarding principles.
• Facilitation & Capacity Building: Supports safeguarding training, mentoring, and awareness-raising activities
• Strategic Thinking: Applies sound judgment and a forward-looking approach to safeguarding risks, trends, and mitigation strategies.
• Planning & Organization: Manages time and tasks efficiently, ensuring timely delivery of safeguarding activities and documentation.
• Personal Leadership: Leads by example, aligning actions with the organization’s mission to protect children and vulnerable populations.

Organizational Values:
Accountability:

• Takes ownership of safeguarding responsibilities, ensuring actions reflect Save the Children’s values and standards.
• Demonstrates reliability and professionalism in managing resources, reporting concerns, and supporting safeguarding investigations.

Ambition:

• Sets high standards for personal performance and imbibes a culture of continuous improvement.
• Shares a clear vision for safeguarding and motivates others through advocacy and awareness.

Collaboration:

• Works effectively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to promote safeguarding across all levels of engagement.
• Values diverse contributions and fosters inclusive dialogue to strengthen safeguarding outcomes.

Creativity:

• Encourages and applies innovative approaches to safeguarding challenges.
• Willing to take informed risks to improve protection mechanisms and reporting systems.

Integrity:

• Acts with honesty and transparency in all safeguarding matters.
• Promotes a safe, open environment where concerns can be raised and addressed appropriately.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Degree in Law, Humanities, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or any other related field.
• Proven experience in safeguarding, child protection, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), or Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL), particularly within humanitarian or insecure settings.
• Demonstrated experience in leading or participating in safeguarding investigations in development and/or humanitarian contexts.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and protection policies, frameworks, and practices, including current issues affecting vulnerable populations in Nigeria.
• Familiarity with national and international safeguarding standards, including those from Save the Children, UN agencies, and INGO networks.
• Excellent data management and analysis skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Strong documentation and report writing skills in English, with attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information clearly and appropriately to diverse audiences.
• Skilled in facilitating safeguarding training and awareness sessions for staff, partners, and community stakeholders.

Core Competencies:

• High level of integrity, empathy, and commitment to safeguarding principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion.
• Capacity to assess risk, identify gaps, and implement safeguarding measures across programs and operations.
• Ability to support the development and implementation of safeguarding action plans, including community-based mechanisms.
• Willingness to travel to field locations and engage with communities, including children and vulnerable groups.

Desirable:

• Experience working with children, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups.
• Knowledge of local languages and cultural contexts.
• Familiarity with digital reporting platforms.

Equal Opportunities:

• The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.

Child Safeguarding:

• We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Health and Safety:

• The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Application Closing Date
27th February, 2026.

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Enumerator 

Location: Dutse, Jigawa
Job type: Contract

Role Overview

• The Enumerators will support community projects by collecting accurate and reliable data, engaging with community members, and contributing to efforts aimed at improving children’s learning outcomes and protection.
• The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work respectfully with communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community-based projects and activities
• Collect high-quality data in line with project tools and protocols
• Engage respectfully with community members and stakeholders
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting to support programme learning and improvement.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a single document containing their CV and Cover Letter to: nigeria.jigawavolunteers@savethechildren.org using "Enumerator – Your LGA" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Applicants are required to clearly state their Local Government Area and community of residence in their application.
• This is a strong opportunity to contribute to meaningful community work that supports children’s learning, safety, and wellbeing in Jigawa State.
• Save the Children International operates a strict child safeguarding policy. Background checks and safeguarding procedures are mandatory for all candidates. The organisation is committed to creating a safe environment for children and vulnerable populations.

Job Title: Enumerator 

Location: Babura, Jigawa
Job type: Contract

Role Overview

• The Enumerators will support community projects by collecting accurate and reliable data, engaging with community members, and contributing to efforts aimed at improving children’s learning outcomes and protection.
• The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work respectfully with communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community-based projects and activities
• Collect high-quality data in line with project tools and protocols
• Engage respectfully with community members and stakeholders
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting to support programme learning and improvement.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a single document containing their CV and Cover Letter to: nigeria.jigawavolunteers@savethechildren.org using "Enumerator – Your LGA" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Applicants are required to clearly state their Local Government Area and community of residence in their application.
• This is a strong opportunity to contribute to meaningful community work that supports children’s learning, safety, and wellbeing in Jigawa State.
• Save the Children International operates a strict child safeguarding policy. Background checks and safeguarding procedures are mandatory for all candidates. The organisation is committed to creating a safe environment for children and vulnerable populations.

Job Title: Enumerator 

Location: Malam Madori, Jigawa
Job type: Contract

Role Overview

• The Enumerators will support community projects by collecting accurate and reliable data, engaging with community members, and contributing to efforts aimed at improving children’s learning outcomes and protection.
• The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work respectfully with communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community-based projects and activities
• Collect high-quality data in line with project tools and protocols
• Engage respectfully with community members and stakeholders
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting to support programme learning and improvement.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a single document containing their CV and Cover Letter to: nigeria.jigawavolunteers@savethechildren.org using "Enumerator – Your LGA" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Applicants are required to clearly state their Local Government Area and community of residence in their application.
• This is a strong opportunity to contribute to meaningful community work that supports children’s learning, safety, and wellbeing in Jigawa State.
• Save the Children International operates a strict child safeguarding policy. Background checks and safeguarding procedures are mandatory for all candidates. The organisation is committed to creating a safe environment for children and vulnerable populations.

Job Title: Enumerator 

Location: Kafin Hausa, Jigawa
Job type: Contract

Role Overview

• The Enumerators will support community projects by collecting accurate and reliable data, engaging with community members, and contributing to efforts aimed at improving children’s learning outcomes and protection.
• The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work respectfully with communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community-based projects and activities
• Collect high-quality data in line with project tools and protocols
• Engage respectfully with community members and stakeholders
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting to support programme learning and improvement.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a single document containing their CV and Cover Letter to: nigeria.jigawavolunteers@savethechildren.org using "Enumerator – Your LGA" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Applicants are required to clearly state their Local Government Area and community of residence in their application.
• This is a strong opportunity to contribute to meaningful community work that supports children’s learning, safety, and wellbeing in Jigawa State.
• Save the Children International operates a strict child safeguarding policy. Background checks and safeguarding procedures are mandatory for all candidates. The organisation is committed to creating a safe environment for children and vulnerable populations.

Job Title: Enumerator 

Location: Gwaram, Jigawa
Job type: Contract

Role Overview

• The Enumerators will support community projects by collecting accurate and reliable data, engaging with community members, and contributing to efforts aimed at improving children’s learning outcomes and protection.
• The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work respectfully with communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community-based projects and activities
• Collect high-quality data in line with project tools and protocols
• Engage respectfully with community members and stakeholders
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting to support programme learning and improvement.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a single document containing their CV and Cover Letter to: nigeria.jigawavolunteers@savethechildren.org using "Enumerator – Your LGA" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Applicants are required to clearly state their Local Government Area and community of residence in their application.
• This is a strong opportunity to contribute to meaningful community work that supports children’s learning, safety, and wellbeing in Jigawa State.
• Save the Children International operates a strict child safeguarding policy. Background checks and safeguarding procedures are mandatory for all candidates. The organisation is committed to creating a safe environment for children and vulnerable populations.