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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: Food Security and Livelihoods Adviser
Job Description
The Food Security and Livelihoods Adviser under the general direction and guidance of the Programme Development and Quality Director ensure all food security and livelihoods programming is of excellent technical quality, attracts significant donor funding and contributes to national, regional and global learning, advocacy and programme development. The post holder is expected to provide technical advice and support to project staff to ensure programming objectives are successfully achieved and actively participate in the development of the Country Strategic and Thematic Plans. Specifically lead in the definition of strategic axis of intervention on resilience, social protection, safety nets and livelihood support.
Qualifications:
Postgraduate qualification in discipline related to Agricultural economics, development economics, agriculture, food security or other relevant discipline. Significant international experience (at least 5 years) in food security and livelihoods programming in at least one Sub-Saharan country with specific experience and/or advanced understanding of the following:
- Social protection systems for vulnerable populations especially pastoral and agropastoral populations;
- Experience of running and monitoring cash transfer programmes;
- Designing and implementing market assessments and analysis of data collected;
Application Closing Date
4th of September 2013
Method of Application
Interested candidates should send your CV. and covering letter 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.