Consultants (Nationals Only) at Save the Children Nigeria

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 recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Conduct an analysis of Routine Immunization financing at the National and Sub-national levels-Consulatancy (Nationals Only)

Locations: Gombe and Zamfara

Job Description

• Save the Children will be engaging the service of a consultant to conduct analysis of funding for immunization at the National and 4 target states.
• The consultant will review existing document on immunization resourcing.
• The state level analysis will provide information on resources for immunization at the state and local government levels.
• The pattern of expenditure for routine immunization will also be analyzed. The analysis will be done to unravel the funding gap for Routine Immunization at National and in four project states (Gombe and Zamfara).
• The information at the state level will include the amount needed for immunization logistics and supply chain management across all levels.

The research questions will include:

• What percentage of funding for immunization comes from the different levels of government
• How many resources do local governments commit to immunization?
• What are the key challenges to immunization funding/resourcing?
• What are the alternative means of funding for immunization?

Qualifications
The identified consultant should have:

• Advanced University Degree in Public Health or Social Science
• Experience in health budget processes and public financing
• Understanding of Nigeria Immunisation Setting and funding including international funding for Immunization
• At least 7 years experience of progressive responsible professional work at the national and sub-national levels on public policies and planning
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
  

Application Closing Date
6th February, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and qualifying statement explaining why you are suitable to: [email protected] State the position clearly in the subject field as application without appropriate subject will be disqualified.

Note:

• Application received after the closing date will not be consider.
• Application will the treated as they are received and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.