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 recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Deputy Programme Manager, Working to Improve Nutrition in Northern Nigeria (WINNN)
Location: Abuja
Job Descriptions
- Deputy Programme Manager (DPM) will work closely with the National Programme Manager (NPM) to ensure robust technical implementation and operational systems to deliver the programme with responsibility across the following areas; programme planning, timely and quality implementation of planned activities, management of internal consortium partner relationships.
- The DPM will be accountable for ensuring the programme is delivered to SCI and DFID standards.
Qualifications
- Should have a post-graduate qualification in Public Health, or Nutrition or related relevant discipline.
- At least 3 years' experience in programme management and managing nutrition or health programming;
- Proven ability w manage large consortia and multiple partnerships;
- Robust experience of NGO programme cycle management and working within a complex and matrix organisation structure;
- Strong technical programming literacy and working knowledge of nutrition programming.
Application Closing Date
11th February, 2015.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and qualifying statement explaining why you are suitable to:
[email protected] State the position clearly in the subject field as application without appropriate subject will be disqualified.
Note:
- Application received after the Closing date will not be consider.
- Application will the treated as they are received and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.