Neonatal and Child Health Specialist at Save the Children

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in over 120 countries around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political agenda or religious orientation. Save the Children’s mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

Save the Children is looking for experienced development professionals to work within the Nigeria Country Programme. These roles will be critical for the delivery of results for children expected by this programme

Job Title: Neonatal and Child Health Specialist

Location: Kano

Responsibilities

• The Neonatal and Child Health Specialist will provide technical support, advice and coordination to the programme in the states. S/he will lead technical efforts related to neonatal and child health.
• Support the MNCH Programme Officers in the states and state teams in capacity building and systems strengthening for IMCI, ICCM, ENC, and KMC in PHC facilities and the communities
• The Neonatal and Child Health Specialist will ensure that international & national best practices and knowledge are brought into the programme.

Requirements

• A Post-graduate qualification in Public Health or Paediatrics, or a closely related field
• A Public Health degree will be an added advantage
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in Medicine or Nursing/Midwifery and participation in public health programmes in Nigeria, particularly in Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH);
• Proven knowledge of current evidence based effective care in newborn & child health; ICCM, MCI, CBSD, ENC, KMC
• Experience of working with non-governmental organisations or multilateral & bilateral organizations.
• The successful candidate should have excellent Technical & Advisory Support as well as Programme Management skills
• Good experience in Planning & budgeting is inclusive.

Remuneration
Save the children offers a competitive salary and benefits package

Application Closing Date
27th November, 2013

Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs and Covering letter (explaining why you are suitable, including your salary expectations for this role) to: Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org. state position clearly in the subject field of the mail. Please send the CV and covering letter as a single document