Nigeria

**UNICEF Nigeria: Health Specialist (Polio Outbreak Response)**

 **Location:** Kaduna, Nigeria
 **Category:** Health
 **Contract Type:** Temporary Appointment (NO-C level)
 **Deadline:** 1 August 2025



**Key Responsibilities:**

* Support design, coordination, and monitoring of polio outbreak response in Kaduna, Kwara, Nasarawa & Niger States
* Provide technical support on immunization campaigns, vaccine management & advocacy
* Collaborate with partners (SPHCDB, WHO, etc.) to develop state-level response plans
* Represent UNICEF at meetings, coordinate reporting and updates



**Qualifications:**

* Advanced degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, or related field
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in public health, immunization, or maternal & child health
* Experience in emergency/low-resource settings is an asset.
*  Fluency in English required; local language is an advantage



**Impact:**
Contribute to the eradication of polio in Nigeria and improve child health through effective emergency health responses.



 **How to Apply:**
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Apply for UNICEF Nigeria Health Specialist (Polio Response) in Kaduna. Support outbreak efforts across 4 states. Deadline: Aug 1

UNICEF JOB OPPORTUNITY: Health Specialist (Polio Outbreak Response), NOC, Temporary Appointment, Kaduna

By UNICEF Nigeria