Health Advisor 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. This role will be critical for the delivery of results for children expected by this programme.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Health Advisor

Locations: 5 Northern States

Job Description

• Ensure quality of care in Save the Children Nigeria CMAM programme through strengthening capacities on the clinical management of SAM and facilitating integration of services

Qualifications

• Candidate should have a medical degree (MB,BS; MB, BCh) from a recognized/accredited University in Nigeria with at
  least 3years post-graduation experience; s/he should have previous experience with other local and international
  NGOs especially in nutrition and in community based programmes;
• Training and experience on treatment of acute malnutrition;
• Computer literacy and fluency in English and Hausa, spoken and written.

Application Closing Date
25^th September, 2014.

Method of Application
Interested candidates should send their C.V. 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 deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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