Community Health Volunteer Center for Child Care and Human Development (C3HD)

Yobe

Detail Information
Location Nguru – Yobe State
Employment Type Contract (Volunteer)
Length of Contract 6 Months
Reporting To Programs Manager
No. of Positions 2

About Center for Child Care and Human Development (C3HD)

C3HD is a Child-Centered and Women-Focused (CCWF) non-governmental, non-tribal, non-religious, and non-profit organization established in 2017. Our core mission is to transform the lives of women and children on the edges of society, helping them regain and pursue their dreams for sustainable development.

For over 5 years, operating in Yobe, Borno, Adamawa, and Kano States, C3HD acts as an agent for change. We respond to the needs of the most vulnerable communities, especially women, children, people with disabilities, and those affected by conflict and insurgency. Our work maximizes contributions to Healthcare and Wellbeing, Protection, Peace Building, and Economic Recovery/Livelihood. We employ the “protective communities’ approach” by mainstreaming safeguarding and protection across all our activities.

The Opportunity: Community Health Volunteer

We are seeking dedicated and locally knowledgeable Community Health Volunteers to support our health and wellbeing programs in Nguru, Yobe State. This volunteer role is crucial for linking the community with essential health services, promoting healthy behaviors, and ensuring the successful delivery of C3HD’s initiatives at the grassroots level.

Key Responsibilities

The Community Health Volunteer serves as the primary link between C3HD, the health facilities, and the community.

Community Mobilization & Health Promotion:

  • Conduct community sensitization on key health topics including HIV, malaria, nutrition, maternal health, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene).
  • Facilitate group discussions, household visits, and awareness campaigns.
  • Conduct community and facility-based health education to empower beneficiaries.

Service Linkage and Referral:

  • Support the identification and referral of vulnerable individuals and clients to appropriate health services.
  • Encourage use of health services and support facility outreach activities and follow-up visits.
  • Assist in emergency response activities when needed.

Accountability and Ethics:

  • Sensitize communities on Complaint & Feedback Mechanisms (CFM).
  • Promote awareness on PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) and safeguarding reporting channels.
  • Uphold organizational safeguarding standards and ethical conduct at all times.

Documentation and Collaboration:

  • Maintain proper documentation of mobilization activities, record attendance, referrals, and key activities daily.
  • Submit weekly reports to supervisors.
  • Work collaboratively with community leaders, facility staff, and other team members at all levels.
  • Participate actively in all required trainings, meetings, and supportive supervision sessions.

Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Required: Minimum of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE).
  • Required: Fluency in local languages and deep familiarity with the community.
  • Advantage: Certificate in Community Health, Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.
  • Advantage: Training in Health Promotion, PSEA, Safeguarding, GBV, WASH, or First Aid.

Experience

  • Minimum 6 months to 1 year experience working directly with communities.
  • Experience in community mobilization, health promotion, or outreach.
  • Experience with NGOs, CBOs, or humanitarian programs is an added advantage.

Core Competencies

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

  • Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively, listens and gets clarification, and speaks the local language of the people.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting, and focuses on solving conflict.
  • Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities to support the overall program.
  • Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, using reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  • Ethics & Diversity: Treats people with respect, works with integrity, and shows sensitivity for cultural differences.

What We Offer (Benefits)

This volunteer role provides significant personal and professional development opportunities:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training workshops and conferences.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment with a diverse team.
  • Employee assistance program for mental health and well-being support.
  • Make a real difference in the lives of women and children in Yobe State.

How to Apply

Application Opening Date: 18th November 2025 Application Closing Date: 25th November 2025

Interested and qualified candidates should send their comprehensive CV and Cover Letter ONLY as one attachment explaining their suitability for the job.

Address your application to the “Head of Programs, Center for Child Care and Human Development” and send it via email to: [email protected]

Subject Line: Use the Job Title and location as the subject of the email (e.g., Community Health Volunteer – Nguru, Yobe State).

Equal Opportunity Statement

C3HD is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.