Job Opportunity at New Incentives | National Stakeholder Relations Officer

Job Opportunity at New Incentives | National Stakeholder Relations Officer | Based in Abuja, Nigeria

About New Incentives

New Incentives is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives through health-focused conditional cash transfer (CCT) programs in developing countries. In Nigeria, New Incentives operates under the All Babies Are Equal (ABAE) Initiative, offering financial support to pregnant women to encourage medical adherence, reduce maternal and infant mortality, and improve public health outcomes—especially around routine immunization and social protection.

Position Summary

Job Title: National Stakeholder Relations Officer
Location: Abuja, with coverage in the North East and North West regions of Nigeria
Organization: New Incentives / ABAE
Employment Type: Full Time
Sector: Public Health / Nonprofit / Government Engagement
Application Deadline: 30 May 2025 at 11:59 PM
Method of Application: Online

Job Purpose

The National Stakeholder Relations Officer will lead and support strategic engagement with national-level stakeholders, including government MDAs, NGOs, and partner organizations, to ensure alignment of New Incentives' operations with Nigeria’s health and social protection priorities.

This role focuses on:

Relationship building
Providing technical assistance to government agencies
Media representation
Ensuring compliance with national laws and policies related to cash transfers and immunization programs

Key Responsibilities

Stakeholder Relations (30%)

Maintain ongoing engagement with national MDAs, NGOs, and technical committees
Represent the organization at conferences, stakeholder meetings, and national forums
Identify champions at the national level to support advocacy efforts
Monitor and analyze shifts in stakeholder landscape and policy environment
Align organizational goals with national priorities

Content Development and Documentation (20%)

Develop reports, response documents, fact sheets, presentations, and stakeholder maps
Manage media communications and public relations
Track media coverage and develop publications or op-eds that promote the organization’s mission

Technical Assistance to Government MDAs (20%)

Provide technical support during collaborations on immunization and social protection
Represent New Incentives at working groups, technical committees, and policy discussions

Support to Internal Units (20%)

Assist internal stakeholder and supply-side units with coordination at national level
Follow up on vaccine supply and logistics issues with government entities

Compliance Monitoring (10%)

Maintain and track MOUs and agreements with national MDAs
Monitor compliance with national immunization laws, health policies, and guidelines
Proactively manage renewals and regulatory obligations

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, or Social Sciences
3–6 years of experience supporting immunization programs with government MDAs
2–4 years working with NGOs or non-profit organizations in a stakeholder-focused role
Current residence in Abuja is required

Skills & Competencies

Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Strong organization, time management, and multi-tasking abilities
Capacity to work under pressure and tight deadlines
Experience in stakeholder engagement and policy advocacy
Critical thinking and a problem-solving mindset
Proficient with Microsoft Office and collaborative tools (Google Docs, Sheets, AppSheet, etc.)
High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and email responsiveness

Language Requirements

Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
Knowledge of Hausa is a strong advantage

How to Apply

If you are passionate about public health and skilled in relationship management, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in Nigeria’s healthcare system.

To Apply:

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🗓️ Application Deadline: 30 May 2025 at 11:59 PM