National Advocacy Adviser 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: National Advocacy Adviser

Location: Abuja

Responsibilities

• The National Advocacy Adviser will provide leadership and support for all elements of the advocacy work in the programme across the various outputs and initiatives, engage in strategy development and ensure relevant evidence from the programme and other sources are strategically packaged and presented to government and communities to inform policy and decision making
• The job holder will empower communities and non-state actors, to advocate with government and ensure quality health care is available for mothers and children.

Requirements

• A Post-graduate qualification in Public Health, Social Policy or any other related field
• The incumbent should have at least 7 years professional working experience in health/social services delivery with a focus on governance and enhanced voice and accountability; proven skills in policy analysis and high level engagement with policy makers
• The successful candidate must have a profound knowledge of Nigeria political and policy landscape
• Ability to speak Hausa language is essential.

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