Senior Research Team Leader- MLE 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 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: Senior Research Team Leader- MLE

Location: Benue

Job Description

• To provide leadership and oversight for Improving Treatment of the Sick Child through Measurement, Learning, and Evaluation (MLE Program) and serve as the day-to-day in-country point of contact for the Program.
• The MLE Program is designed to build on the results and lessons learned from past and concurrent pneumonia and diarrheal disease programs funded by the Foundation as well as other government and donor initiatives.
• Evidence and experience will be gathered, analyzed, interpreted and evaluated to inform recommendations for regional and global dissemination to accelerate reductions in child mortality.

Qualifications:

• The candidate must have a Master’s level degree (PhD preferred) in Public Health, Research Methodology, Epidemiology, Demography or related field
• S/he must have at least 6-8 years of progressive experience in the management of research studies and applied M&E for child health issues (including pneumonia and diarrhea treatment) and demonstrated success managing against programmatic and financial targets and deliverables.
• S/he should have strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, as well as excellent writing, editing, research, and presentation skills
• S/he should have a proven track record in building successful relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders in the global health community
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills as well as skills in oral and written communications, demonstrated skills at writing clearly and succinctly
• S/he should have the ability to produce thorough, high quality work within a tight timeframe as well as flexibility and ability to handle multiple tasks and work collaboratively within a matrix- oriented environment.

Application Closing Date
23^rd January, 2014

Method of Application
Interested candidates should send your C.V. and covering letter on or before 23rd January, 2014 explaining why you are suitable to: Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org . State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to safeguard children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.