State Program Manager Makurdi

Intersect Consortium is a growing group of organizations working across mental health, healthcare, rehabilitation, pharmaceuticals, technology, manufacturing, and other specialized services.

Our ambition is to build organizations that don't simply operate independently, but work together to identify gaps, create solutions, and build sustainable businesses that make a meaningful difference. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: State Program Manager

Location: Makurdi, Benue

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 24 months (renewable)

Project: OPD Strengthening, GBV-MH, MHPSS, and Governance Capacity Building  Job Description

We are looking for a results-driven Project Manager to lead an impactful project focused on women’s health, GBV response, MHPSS, and disability inclusion. If you’re passionate about driving real change at community level, this role is for you.

Lead planning, coordination, and execution of project activities Oversee trainings on GBV, MHPSS, Psychological First Aid, governance, and leadership Strengthen referral pathways across health, protection, and social services Support OPDs in institutional strengthening and formal registration processes Manage budgets, work plans, and donor reporting Build and maintain partnerships with government, CSOs, and community stakeholders Ensure quality monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) systems Supervise project staff, consultants, and facilitators Ensure safeguarding, gender equality, and inclusion principles are integrated

Required Qualifications & Experience

Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field Minimum 5–7 years of relevant program management experience Strong experience in women’s health, GBV, MHPSS, or disability inclusion Demonstrated experience managing donor-funded projects Excellent leadership, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills Strong financial and budget management experience Experience working with OPDs is a strong advantage

A results-driven leader with strong problem-solving skills Excellent communication and report-writing ability Deep understanding of community-based programming Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and ethical programming

We strongly encourage applications from persons with disabilities and women. Reconnect HDI is committed to safeguarding and inclusion.

N400,000.00 - N480,000.00 per month Application Closing Date

1st November, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their  CV (max 3 pages) and Cover Letter to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the job title as the subject of the email.