UNICEF Health Specialist (NO-3) Recruitment 2026 – Abuja, Nigeria
Organization: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Job Title: Health Specialist (Immunization)
Job Number: 595602 | Vacancy No: 138401
Duty Station: Abuja, Nigeria (WCAR)
Contract Type: Temporary Appointment (364 Days)
Category: Health / National Officer (NO-3)
Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
About the Role
UNICEF Nigeria is seeking a qualified Health Specialist (NO-3) to join its health team in Abuja. Reporting to the Health Manager (Immunization), the Health Specialist will provide technical and management expertise throughout the programming cycle to strengthen routine immunization, vaccine equity, and new vaccine introduction across Nigeria.
This role plays a central part in supporting health systems strengthening, outbreak response, and supplementary immunization activities in development, fragile, and humanitarian contexts.
Key Responsibilities
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Programme Planning & Delivery: Technical management, planning, and operational support for routine immunization and supplementary vaccination campaigns.
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Vaccine Introduction: Drive technical planning and management for new vaccine introduction and health system integration.
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Partnership & Capacity Building: Collaborate closely with government ministries, development partners, and health stakeholders to strengthen institutional health delivery.
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Monitoring & Evaluation: Oversee programme monitoring, data quality tracking, evaluation, and progress documentation using results-based management approaches.
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System Equity: Provide guidance to ensure equitable immunization coverage for vulnerable children in underserved and emergency settings.
Eligibility Criteria & Minimum Requirements
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Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Public Health, Pediatric Health, Epidemiology, Global/International Health, Biostatistics, Health Policy & Management, Environmental Health, Socio-Medical Sciences, or related health sciences.
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Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in public health or nutrition planning and management, with specialized experience in routine immunization, outbreak response, or health emergencies.
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International/National Exposure: Combined experience at national and international levels, with country-level experience in developing or fragile settings being an advantage.
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Language: Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of a local Nigerian language or another official UN language is desirable.
Key Competencies & Asset Requirements
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Experience with UN system agencies or international development organizations is a strong asset.
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Proven track record in planning supplementary immunization activities (SIAs) and routine vaccine delivery platforms.
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Demonstration of UNICEF Core Values: Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application online through the official UNICEF e-Recruitment portal before the deadline:
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Important Notice: UNICEF does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, or training).
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