Chief of Party (COP) 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: The Chief of Party (COP) for Stop Diarrhea Program

Job ID: #945616
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The incumbent will provide strategic leadership and managerial oversight of the administrative, programmatic, technical, research and operational aspects of the Project.
• S/he oversees the day-to-day work of the project and is responsible for the effective use and deployment of staff and financial resources to achieve project targets.
• The COP is accountable for all aspects of the Project's effective management, including financial and budgetary oversight, timely implementation of activities, and stakeholder relationship management.
• S/he is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with the donor, Government agencies, and other programs operating in Lagos.

Qualifications

• Proven track record for achieving expected results on projects in developing countries; demonstrated experience in successfully fulfilling performance objectives, including the timely implementation and reporting of donor-funded program activities;
• Advanced degree (MD, MPH, PhD) in Public Health or related field with 10 years' experience working in developing countries in the health sector and successfully managing a high-pace multi-disciplinary team to achieve development results.
• Required demonstrated capabilities in community-based approaches, with at least seven (7) years of experience within the capacity as mid-level or senior staff in at least four of the following areas: Diarrhea prevention and treatment; social and behavioral change; child protection; quality improvement/quality assurance; and civil society capacity building;
• Strong understanding of key principles of advocacy, MEAL, child participation and accountability;
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, mentor and direct staff while creating a positive team environment;
• Ability to present results and products to the donor and other key stakeholders; excellent English writing skills.

Application Closing Date
5th May, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly send their C.V's and covering letter on or before the Closing date explaining why you are suitable to: [email protected] State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the Closing date will not be considered.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.