LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Action Against Sudden Death Initiative has announced the recruitment of Eye Doctor Volunteers for November 2026. The initiative is seeking qualified and dedicated professionals to support its community eye health programmes.
A total of seven volunteer openings are available across Nigeria.
Job Description
AASDI is seeking qualified and dedicated Eye Doctors to support its community eye health programmes. The volunteers will be involved in vision screening, eye disease prevention, and early detection initiatives.
The role is critical to the organisation’s efforts to prevent avoidable blindness and improve access to quality eye care across Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities
The Eye Doctor Volunteer will conduct eye examinations and vision assessments during community health outreaches. They will screen individuals for common eye conditions and vision impairment.
Volunteers will also identify possible cases of glaucoma, cataracts, refractive errors, and other eye diseases. They will provide professional eye health education and counselling.
Additionally, they will promote preventive eye care and regular eye examinations. They will identify individuals requiring specialist attention and facilitate appropriate referrals.
The volunteer will participate in school, workplace, and community eye screening programmes. They will also support public health campaigns on avoidable blindness and visual impairment.
The role requires maintaining accurate screening records and preparing activity reports. Volunteers will collaborate with other healthcare professionals in implementing AASDI health programmes.
Requirements
Interested candidates must have a Doctor of Optometry degree or an MBBS with a postgraduate specialist qualification in Ophthalmology.
They must have current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant professional regulatory body.
Candidates must have experience in eye examinations, vision screening, and eye disease management. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
The candidate must be able to work effectively in community-based healthcare settings. They must have a passion for preventive healthcare, community service, and humanitarian work.
Duty Location
The volunteer positions are available nationwide. This covers all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to actionagainstsuddendeath@gmail.com.
The email subject should be: Eye Doctor Volunteer – [State of Residence].
What This Means
The recruitment is a significant opportunity for eye care professionals. It offers a platform to contribute to improving eye health in local communities.
The initiative is part of AASDI’s broader efforts to prevent sudden death through health awareness and community intervention.
What Happens Next
Applications will be reviewed by the AASDI team. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
For now, interested candidates are encouraged to apply. The deadline for submission has not been announced.
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