Save the Children Organization, is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in over 20 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 Organization 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: Nutrition Adviser
Location: Abija
Qualifications/Experience
- Candidate must have an academic/professional qualification at post graduate level or equivalent in Nutrition with substantial operational experience and a track record of success on nutrition programming, including BCC and IYCF.
- She/he must have sound strategic thinking and planning skills, intludingabIizy to think creatively and to set priorities,manage work plans and evaluate progress.
- Experience in working in Northern Nigeria on a similar context and demonstrable ability to acquire a high level of nutrition expertise on priority issues within rucrition;
- Providing technical support to partners and in particular government senior levels;and proven capacity to develop a network of contacts with key players from amongst government, donors, international agencies and NGOs.
- She/he should be fluent in English & Hausa;
- Proficient in Microsoft software packages.
- Experience in supporting development of national guidelines and policies with an understanding of food security and livelihoods programmes will bean added advantage.
Application Closing Date
11th April, 2014
Method of Application
Interested candidates should kindly send their CVs 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, application received after the deadline will not be considered.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.