New vacancy at Gates foundation ·Gates foundation

Program Officer, Health Advocacy (12-Month LTE)

📍 Abuja, Nigeria | 🕒 Full-Time

Are you passionate about driving real impact in public health policy and advocacy? This is an opportunity to join one of the world’s leading nonprofit organizations working to reduce poverty, disease, and inequity globally.

About the Organization

Gates foundation is a global foundation committed to ensuring that everyone—regardless of identity or circumstance—has the opportunity to live a healthy and productive life. With a strong presence in Nigeria, we work alongside governments, partners, and communities to strengthen health systems and deliver life-saving interventions.

The Role

As a Program Officer, Health Advocacy, you will play a key role in shaping and executing advocacy strategies that influence policy decisions, financing, and implementation across Nigeria’s health sector.

This is not just about awareness—it’s about driving real outcomes, including:

• Policies adopted and implemented
• Increased funding for health priorities
• Improved service delivery
• Stronger accountability systems

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute health advocacy strategies aligned with national priorities
• Support policy influence across primary healthcare, immunization, malaria, maternal & child health, and nutrition
• Drive financing advocacy, including budget allocation and resource mobilization
• Manage advocacy grants, partners, and stakeholder relationships
• Translate complex data into clear, compelling policy messages and briefs
• Support high-level government and partner engagements
• Strengthen coalitions, champions, and accountability platforms

What We’re Looking For

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Policy, Development, or related field
• Minimum of 6 years experience in health advocacy, policy, or communications
• Strong understanding of Nigeria’s health system and policy landscape
• Proven ability to influence policy, financing, or implementation outcomes
• Experience working with government, donors, and civil society
• Excellent writing, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills

Why Join?

You’ll be part of a mission-driven organization offering:

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage (no premiums)
• Generous paid leave & family leave
• Foundation-funded retirement contributions
• A diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to work on high-impact global health initiatives

Additional Details

• 📅 Application Deadline: 10th August 2026
• 🌍 Location: Abuja, Nigeria
• ✈️ Travel: 30–40% (local & international)
• ⚠️ Applicants must already have authorization to work in Nigeria

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