NABOCADO Health Programmes Directorate

Who We Are

The Health Programmes Directorate is part of Navrongo-Bolgatanga Catholic Diocesan Development Organisation (NABOCADO), a faith-based non-profit organization with decades of proven experience implementing innovative health initiatives for underserved and vulnerable populations. We serve 26 parishes and rectorates across 20 districts/municipalities in Ghana's Upper East (15 districts) and North East (5 districts) regions, covering a total land area of 31,068 sq km. To date, we have positively impacted 531,524 persons through our comprehensive health programming.

Our Track Record

Project/Program Partner/Donor Budget (USD) Key Results
CHILD Project
(2025–2028)		 Kindermissionswerk Germany $446,000.00 1,528 beneficiaries; 500+ caregivers trained in IMCI; 500+ households with home gardens; 14 frontline health workers trained; 540 term mothers' benefits from birth preparedness packs
RING II SS
(2023–2025)		 USAID/Abt Associates $243,605.00 16,469 beneficiaries comprising community members and health workers in 40 communities who accessed maternal and child health services and nutrition in the Tempane and Mamprugu Moagduri.

14.6% increase in ANC attendance; 30% increase in growth monitoring; 25% increase in nutrition education
COVID-19 Emergency Response
(2023–2024)		 CRS Ghana/OSPREY $362,922.25 21 districts covered; increased vaccine acceptance and uptake; health worker capacity built
Tarikom Refugee Project
(2023–2025)		 UNHCR/Caritas $299,071.93 Primary healthcare screening and access; 735 individuals (471 females, 264 males) enrolled onto NHIS; 1,154 medical consultations; 29 referrals facilitated; 14 safe deliveries; 2 cesarean sections facilitated.

Wet feeding and nutrition provided to over 1,000 displaced populations

Core Competencies

Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal & Child Health (RMNCH): Integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI), maternal health programming, natural family planning (SMART-Couples), newborn care, malnutrition mitigation through community and facility-based interventions
Nutrition & Food Security: Climate-resilient nutrition solutions (sack gardening), cooking demonstrations, growth monitoring and promotion, integrated community-based essential nutrition actions (ICENA)
Health Systems Strengthening: Capacity building for frontline health workers, health facility equipment provision, health infrastructure development across 13 diocesan facilities
WASH Programming: Access to safe drinking water, sanitation facility improvement, hygiene promotion, school health programming
Emergency & Humanitarian Response: COVID-19 response, refugee health services, displaced populations support, rapid deployment capacity
Community Engagement: Mother-to-Mother Support Groups, Community Health Volunteers, Community Health Action Plans, community-based pregnancy schools, community-based growth promotion and monitoring, home visits and defaulter tracing, partnership with traditional authorities
Malaria Control & School Health: Malaria prevention and treatment programming, comprehensive school health initiatives

Strategic Direction (2025–2029)

Vision: Improved health outcomes across the Upper East and North East Regions of Ghana with reduced preventable illness and death, contributing to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities)

Strategic Priorities:

  1. Access to Quality Healthcare: Expanding quality and affordable healthcare delivery through health system strengthening, construction of new health facilities and infrastructure enhancement in the existing health facilities.
  2. Maternal & Child Health: Improving maternal and child health and nutrition across all NABOCADO operational areas
  3. Water, Sanitation & Hygiene: Ensuring access to potable water and promoting personal and environmental hygiene
  4. Mental Health and Disability: Increased care and support for persons with mental health and disability
  5. Health Governance: Promoting citizen participation in governance at all levels to enhance health delivery

Organizational Resources

Human Resources Infrastructure & Equipment
  • Health Programmes Coordinator
  • 2 Project Officers
  • M&E Officer
  • Finance Officer
  • Gender Focal Person
  • Media & Communication Officer
  • National Service Personnel
  • Driver/Logistics Support

Total Staff: 9
  • Dedicated office space
  • 1 Project vehicle
  • 2 Motorcycles for field operations
  • 7 Computers with internet connectivity
  • 14 Catholic Diocesan Health Service Trust facilities
  • Network across 26 parishes/rectorates

Partnerships & Networks

NABOCADO has established strong collaborative relationships with international donors, government agencies and community stakeholders:

International Partners National Partners Community Networks
  • Kindermissionswerk, Germany
  • Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
  • OSPREY Foundation
  • UNHCR
  • Caritas Internationalis
  • USAID/Abt Associates
  • Caritas Ghana
  • Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG)
  • Ghana Health Service
  • District Health Directorates
  • Department of Agriculture
  • Local Government Authorities
  • 20 District/Municipal Assemblies
  • Community Health Volunteers
  • Mother-to-Mother Support Groups
  • Agricultural Extension Agents
  • Traditional Authorities
  • 26 Parish/Rectorate Networks

Financial Management Capacity

Proven Track Record: Successfully managed cumulative portfolio of over $1,351,599.18 (2023–2026) with full compliance and accountability

Financial Systems: Robust financial management systems aligned with international donor requirements; transparent budgeting, procurement and reporting mechanisms

Compliance: Adherence to donor regulations including USAID, EU and UN standards; experience with diverse donor financial frameworks

Reporting: Timely submission of financial and narrative reports; demonstrated capacity for complex multi-year project accounting

Why Partner with NABOCADO

  • Local Presence & Deep Community Trust: Decades of presence in Upper East and North East regions with established relationships across 26 parishes
  • Demonstrated Results: Measurable health outcomes including 14.6% increase in ANC attendance, 30% increase in growth monitoring, and 25% increase in nutrition education sessions
  • Multi-sectoral Expertise: Integrated programming across health, nutrition, WASH and community development
  • Experience with Vulnerable Populations: Proven capacity serving refugees, displaced populations, and hard-to-reach communities
  • Strong Government Collaboration: Effective partnerships with Ghana Health Service and district-level authorities ensuring sustainability
  • Community-Driven Approach: Participatory methods through Community Health Action Plans, Mother Support Groups, and trained volunteers
  • Faith-Based Values: Commitment to serving the most vulnerable with dignity, compassion and long-term dedication
For partnership inquiries or additional information, please contact:

Health Programmes Coordinator, NABOCADO

Navrongo-Bolgatanga Catholic Diocesan Development Organisation (NABOCADO)

Post Office Box 351, Bolgatanga, UER – Ghana

Email: info@nabocado.org.gh

Tel: 0201635289 / 0200635325