The Plateau State Government has announced the recruitment of new healthcare workers under its Human Capital Opportunity Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) Program. This initiative is part of the government’s commitment to improve public health through Performance for Results (PforR). According to the Ministry of Health, this recruitment drive will strengthen both primary and secondary healthcare services across the state.
In an official statement, the Ministry revealed that the approval came directly from the Governor of Plateau State. “The Governor has given approval for the recruitment of critical health workforce,” the Ministry said, adding that selected candidates will be posted to Primary Health Care Centers and General Hospitals across the state.
The available positions under the Hospital Management Board include:
- Consultants in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Family Medicine, and Pediatrics/Neonatology
- Medical Officers
- Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
- Laboratory Scientists and Laboratory Technicians
- Nurse Midwives and Midwives
- Health Information Management System Officers
Under the Primary Healthcare Board, the available jobs include:
- Consultants with Public Health specialization
- Medical Officers
- Pharmacists
- Nurse Midwives and Midwives
- Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) and Community Health Officers (CHOs)
- Junior CHEWs
- Laboratory Technicians
- Pharmacy Technicians
- Health Information Management System Officers
Each role has specific qualifications. For example, Medical Officers must have an MBBS degree, NYSC discharge certificate, and be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). Nurses, Midwives, Pharmacists, and Laboratory staff must also have relevant certifications and current practicing licenses.
The Ministry confirmed that “salaries and other benefits will follow the Plateau State Civil Service scheme,” making these government healthcare jobs attractive for qualified professionals looking for career growth and job security.
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How to Apply
Applicants interested in roles under the Hospital Management Board can apply through This link, while those applying under the Primary Healthcare Board can use This link.
The deadline for all applications is Wednesday, May 21, 2025.