State Program Officer at Life Spring Development Foundation (LSDF)

Role Summary

The State Program Officer will serve as Life Spring Development Foundation's (LSDF) lead representative in one of four priority states. This position involves coordinating the implementation of adolescent sexual and reproductive health (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 Program Officer will have dotted line supervisory responsibilities to the State MEL Assistant and will report to the Project Manager (ACCESS Project).

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of adolescent SRH interventions across the assigned state
• Manage stakeholder engagement and community mobilization activities
• Conduct training activities and strengthen referral systems
• Ensure program alignment with state health priorities and LSDF strategic goals
• Provide supervisory support to the State MEL Assistant

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field
• At least three years of experience in a similar position within the development sector
• Demonstrated experience in community mobilization and stakeholder engagement
• Previous experience working with a development organization or INGO is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field
• Experience working on similar projects at community levels
• Experience working with youth, women's groups, and people with disabilities

Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and writing abilities
• Fluency in spoken and written English
• Proficient computer skills with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to implement and manage data systems for program tracking
• Strong numeracy skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent planning, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively as a team player