The Women’s Health and Action Research Centre (WHARC) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization founded in 1993 to promote the health and social well-being of women through action-research, evidence-based advocacy, training and service delivery on reproductive health with special emphasis on girls and women. WHARC works in 18 Nigerian states, with headquarters located in Benin City, Edo state.
Job Title: Program Officer (Research & Documentation)
Location: Benin City, Edo state
Working under the supervision of a director, the Program Officer will contribute to the operation of the centre’s research activities, coordinate/manage research projects, produce documentation and timely reports on projects being managed.
The principal responsibilities include knowledge management, research support, program coordination and report writing.
Person Specifications
- Possession of Masters in Public Health (MPH) or M.Sc in Public Health.
- Previous experience working in maternal and child health programs will be an added advantage
- Ability to use statistical tools for data analysis
- At least two years’ job and employment experience.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills
Method of Application
Applications should be submitted in the form of an application letter for the desired position and a detailed CV that spells out previous experiences. Appropriate contact information along with the names and addresses of three referees should be provided. These should be forwarded to any of the following email addresses: wharcbenincity@gmail.com, patokonofua@gmail.com, jamesbosede66@gmail.com and copied to wharc@hyperia.com. The subject line of the email should be the title of the position you are applying for.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. At that point, the candidates will be contacted and they will be requested to provide supporting letters from two of their listed referees.