Routine Immunization Coordinator at Save the Children Nigeria

Save the Children International is a 'dual mandate' organisation and as such equal priority will be given to both humanitarian and development work. This is the only way we will be able to ensure that some of the fundamental rights that we believe children have, such as survival, safety and constant access to protection and education can be guaranteed. As part of a commitment to work with children through humanitarian interventions Save the Children will support programmes in both sudden onset and chronic emergency situations.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Routine Immunization Coordinator

Job ID: #1019921
Location: Katsina

Job Description

• To assume a lead technical role in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective and appropriate Immunization programme (Routine Immunization and Supplementary Immunization) activities in coordination with other CGPP teams, and in line with SC guidelines and best practices.
• Also to contribute to eradication of Polio, Strengthen Routine Immunization in Katsina state, and Nigeria, and the overall objective is to reduce the morbidity and mortality from Vaccine Preventative Diseases (VPDs)

Qualifications

• Advanced training in Child Health and Immunization activities; 3 years of direct experience of working in an Immunization programs; Strong analytic skills and an understanding of a range of methods use for resolving Non - Compliance; demonstrated ability to design and Implement Social Mobilization / BCC Interventions to educate mothers and Other caregivers on Immunization and its benefits;
• Good understanding of Immunization Indicators
• Computer literate.
• Ability to build support from staff across teams and across members, and to build the capacity of others.
• Proven ability to coordinate effective resource allocation to ensure quality Immunization programmes.
• Sound strategic thinking and planning skills, including ability to think creatively and innovate and to set priorities, manageable work plans and evaluate progress.
• Strong communications skills (both written and verbal). The ability to analyse complex data and summarise it for a range of different audiences.
• Experience of working within budget constraints.
• Commitment to SC UK's mission, values and approach (includes child protection, equal opportunities and health and safety).
• Commitment to support cross organisational initiatives.
• Commitment to team working and understanding of how to contribute.
• Ability to operate within a predominantly administratively self-servicing environment.

Desirable:

• Professional qualification at Bachelors level, HND or Equivalent in Nursing, Community Health, Public Health or Epidemiology
• 2 - 3 years' Experience with working in Immunization or Child Health related Project with local and or International NGOs
• Familiar with Immunization Indicators
• Fluency in English and Hausa (Spoken and Written) - This is a Community based Position
• Advanced computer literacy (MS Office applications, Excel and Power Points, etc)
• Ability to work in partnership with Government and Development partners
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work within a team setting
• Independence, adaptability and flexibility Excellent communication skills

Application Closing Date
12th June, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and qualifying statements to: [email protected] explaining why you are suitable for the position you are applying for. State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the closing date above will not be considered.

Note: Applications will be treated as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.