Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an International non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 99 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons based on need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and non-church partners to implement its programs, therefore, strengthening and building the capacity of these partner organizations is fundamental to programs in every country in which CRS operates. CRS re-established presence in Nigeria in 2000 and currently focuses on agriculture, health and emergency programming.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Nutrition and WASH Intern
Ref Code: NWI101117
Location: Abuja
Project: Programs / Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project
Reports to: Team Lead Nutrition and WASH
Job Summary
- To support the technical lead in the delivery of several distinct projects which require an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual who can work as part of a team.
- The Nutrition and WASH Intern will be required to work within a multi-sectoral setting including Nutrition, Livelihoods, agriculture, gender integration, education and government and Local Partners.
- The post holder will need to deliver effective, highly competent project support and consistently deliver in a person-centered environment which promotes positive relationships.
Requirements
- M.Sc or equivalent work experience in the field of Nutrition, Public Health, WASH, or Development
- Experience in Contemporary human development interventions
- Experience working with Local or international NGO a plus
- Interest in development issues
- Willingness and capacity to learn
- Strong computer skills required, especially the ability to work comfortably in the MS office package
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in team environment
- Demonstrated ability to assess priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality;
- Strong organizational skills and communication skills
- Ability to work and manage various projects in a team setting, with limited supervision
- Fluency in English and Hausa
- Ability to work well with people at all levels.
- Strong initiative and self-motivation required, with a commitment to teamwork and effectiveness within a dynamic integrated project.
- Passion to reach the most vulnerable groups
- Ability and willingness to travel to Project’s zones of influence in the North West and North East
Application Closing Date
24th October, 2017.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should download the "Application Form Below" and send with a detailed 3-page resume in a single file word document to:
[email protected] The position title and location must be expressly stated as the subject of the email quoting reference numbers: NWI101117
Click here to download Application Form (MS Word)
Note
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- CRS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, etc. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”.
- CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.