The Life Spring Development Foundation (LSDF) is a Nigerian-led non-profit organization established by distinguished academics and seasoned development professionals with extensive expertise in adolescent reproductive health and youth economic empowerment. In response to the global movement for strengthen local leadership in Africa’s development, LSDF plays a critical role in Nigeria’s reproductive health landscape, traditionally dominated by international actors, by leveraging local expertise, global best practices, and strategic partnerships across public and private sectors. Its mission is to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) through knowledge management, youth empowerment and the delivery of compassionate, comprehensive, stigma-free services.
In coordination with other development partners, LSDF is implementing the ACCESS Project across designated states in Nigeria including Taraba, Ondo, Ekiti, and Enugu. The overarching goal of these interventions is to enhance access to comprehensive family planning and post-abortion care (PAC) services by addressing stigma, fostering community participation, and reinforcing health system capacities. This project consists of two broad intervention pathways. These are, (1) Community Engagement and Referrals for Adolescent Reproductive Health (ARH) Services, focusing on demand generation and awareness creation; and (2) Domestication and Capacity Building for Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) that involves strengthening the supply side of the intervention.
Location: Ekiti, Ondo, Enugu and Taraba.
Category: Fixed Term
Role Summary
The State Program Officer will serve as LSDF’s lead representative in one of the four priority states, coordinating the implementation of adolescent SRH interventions, including the “Big Sister” Mentor Strategy. The Officer will manage stakeholder engagement, community mobilization, training activities, and referral system strengthening. This role requires strong coordination, communication, and program management skills to ensure alignment with state health priorities and LSDF’s strategic goals. The State Programme Officer will have dotted line supervisory responsibilities to the State MEL Assistant. He or she will report to the Project Manager (ACCESS Project)
Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field. A master’s degree in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage and preferred.
- Previous experience working with a development organization or an INGO setting is required.
- At least three years’ experience in a similar position within the development sector.
- Demonstrated experience in community mobilization and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience working on similar projects and intervening at community levels (desirable).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and writing abilities.
- Proficient computer skills with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to implement and manage data systems for program tracking.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Highly numerate with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
- Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
- Experience working with youth, women’s groups, and people with disabilities (desirable).
- Team player with a high level of integrity.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Committed to promoting LSDF’s mission, values, and strategic objectives.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and cover letter as a single Microsoft document to [email protected] on or before 27th November 2025. The subject matter should indicate the position and preferred location (Eg. “Program Manager- Ekiti”, and relevant files labelled accordingly. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
LSDF is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
