Nutrition Deputy Project Manager at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Nutrition Deputy Project Manager

Location: Bade, Yobe

Job Summary

• The Nutrition Deputy Project Manager will be based in Bade, Yobe State and report to the Area Project Manager.
• The Nutrition Deputy Project Manager will be responsible for leading and supervising nutrition and health activities at all stages of the project management cycle.
• He/she is also responsible for accomplishing the project objectives and outcomes within the contextual constraints in coordination and synergy with other Project Managers.

Task and Responsibilities
The tasks and responsibilities includes but are not limited to:

• Ensure the completion of all defined activities by the Nutrition and Health team while adhering to internal standards and contractual obligations.
• Build capacity building of staff; humanitarian needs identification through needs assessments, monitoring of the evolving situation; context analysis to contribute to the development of future programs and internal coordination.
• Support to ensure agreed technical guidelines and specifications for the implementation of all nutrition related projects are followed in the course of project execution.
• Contribute in the development of work plans for the implementation of all project activities in collaboration and coordination with other sectors.
• Track the implementation of project activities using Action Against Hunger tools – Activity Progress Report (APR), Budget follow-up and Training Reports.
• Contribute to the Development of Monthly Situation Report (Sitrep) and Technical Monthly Report (TMR).
• Where relevant, promote partnerships with local NGOs, including capacity building, at district/provincial/regional level.
• Support M&E team as on implementation of KAP survey and other related surveys in the program when required.

Requirements
The successful candidate will:

• Possess a minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Medicine, Pharmacy or Public Health Degree in a field related to Nutrition & Health and or training/courses specific to Nutrition and Health in emergency contexts.
• Have a minimum of 2 years experience in working with CMAM, IYCF and other health related programs.
• Be Fluent in English (verbal and written) and other local languages.
• Have human resource management experience, leadership and motivation/training skills.
• Have excellent organization skills, attention to detail, time management and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Have strong capacity to represent Action Against Hunger and sustain relations with state and local stakeholders.
• Have excellent Interpersonal skills (team management, communication, reporting, planning and organizational skills).
• Be committed to Action Against Hunger mission, values and policy.

Application Closing Date
6th September, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online