The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health has officially announced the 2025 recruitment exercise for junior health workers across the state. This opportunity is open to qualified candidates who are passionate about healthcare service delivery, community health support, facility maintenance and general health assistance duties.
This article provides everything you need to know about the 2025 recruitment, including available positions, eligibility criteria, required documents and step-by-step instructions on how to apply.
Available Positions and Job Descriptions
1. Community Health Assistant – GL 04
The Community Health Assistant supports Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) and other health professionals in delivering quality healthcare at community and facility levels.
Key Duties Include:
- Assisting with community outreach and health campaigns
- Providing basic patient care under supervision
- Supporting health education and awareness activities
- Helping manage simple medical tasks
- Maintaining accurate patient and program records
- Assisting frontline health workers during emergencies
This role is ideal for anyone passionate about grassroots health delivery, public health and community support.
2. Health Attendant – GL 02
Health Attendants help maintain hygiene and support daily activities within hospitals, clinics and primary healthcare centers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cleaning hospital wards, offices and facility surroundings
- Assisting nurses and medical staff with basic tasks
- Helping patients move around the ward
- Maintaining sanitary conditions to prevent infections
- Supporting the smooth running of clinical operations
Applicants must be dependable, physically fit and able to work in a healthcare environment.
3. Mortuary Attendant – GL 02
The Mortuary Attendant role is crucial to proper mortuary management and handling.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the movement and preparation of bodies
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the mortuary
- Keeping accurate records of bodies received and released
- Supporting mortuary supervisors in daily tasks
- Ensuring respectful handling of deceased persons
Applicants must be emotionally stable, organized and willing to work under supervision.
Qualifications and Requirements for Each Position
The Ministry of Health listed specific educational qualifications and general conditions applicants must meet.
Educational Requirements by Position
1) Community Health Assistant (GL 04)
Candidates must have any of the following:
- First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
- SSCE, NECO, WAEC, WASSCE or NABTEB
- Junior Community Health Extension Worker (JCHEW) Certificate
2) Health Attendant (GL 02)
Applicants require at least:
- First School Leaving Certificate (Primary School Certificate)
3) Mortuary Attendant (GL 02)
Applicants must possess:
- First School Leaving Certificate (Primary School Certificate)
General Eligibility Requirements
In addition to academic requirements, all applicants must meet the following general conditions:
- Must be between 18 and 50 years old
- Must be medically fit for the role applied for
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills
- Must be willing to work in any location within Akwa Ibom State
- Must submit photocopies of all required credentials
- Must provide a valid and traceable contact address
- Must possess an active phone number (email optional but recommended)
How to Apply for Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health Recruitment 2025
Applicants must submit a handwritten application addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Health,
Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
Where to Submit Your Application
All applications should be submitted physically at:
Open Registry,
Second Floor,
Ministry of Health,
Idongesit Nkanga Secretariat, Uyo.
Applicants should ensure their envelope clearly indicates the position they are applying for.
Documents to Include in Your Application
To avoid disqualification, include the following:
- A handwritten application letter
- Contact address
- Active phone number
- Email address (if available)
- Photocopies of educational certificates
- Photocopy of valid identification (NIN Slip, Voter’s Card, etc.)
- Recent passport photograph
- Evidence of age (birth certificate or affidavit)
Closing Date for Akwa Ibom MOH Recruitment 2025
The deadline for submitting applications is 16th December 2025 (or exactly two weeks from the date of the recruitment announcement). Late applications will not be accepted.
Tips to Increase Your Chances of Being Selected
- To stand out from other applicants:
- Write a clear and neat application letter
- Ensure all your documents are arranged properly
- Clearly state the position you are applying for
- Submit early to avoid last-minute rush
- Provide accurate contact details
- Ensure your certificates and credentials are complete
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Akwa Ibom MOH recruitment form free?
Yes, the application is completely free.
2. Can I apply for more than one position?
No, applicants are advised to apply for only one role.
3. Is online application available?
No, the process is strictly physical submission.
4. Can non-indigenes apply?
Yes, but willing to work anywhere in the state.
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