Nutrition Program Officer at Save the Children Nigeria

Location: Nigeria
Last date: 2nd of October 2013
Email: Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org

JOB DESCRIPTION
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. These roles will be critical for the delivery of results for children expected by this programme.

Job Title: Nutrition Program Officer

Location: Abuja

Job Description
The Nutrition programme officer will provide technical support on voice and community mobilization to all State programme teams, develop a community mobilisation strategy in collaboration with the team and ensure implementation, support the team in the implementation of CMAM, IYCF, MNCH and advocacy; data analysis and report writing, ensure dear links and mutual reinforcement between programmatic approaches, write regular progress reports, including annual impact monitoring reports, contribute to the development of reports for meetings, workshop, training and programme implementation, Participate in meetings, training and other assessment/events as required by the Nutrition Adviser and National Programme Manager.

Qualifications:
In order to be successful within this role, the incumbent must have at least a Bachelor degree in Health, Nutrition, or related field, Sound strategic thinking and planning skills, including ability to think creatively and innovate and to set priorities, manageable work plans and evaluate progress, ability to work in partnership with government and other organizations’ staff, Commitment to SCI mission, values and approach (includes child protection, equal opportunities and health and safety), experience in Nutrition and in community based programmes.

Application Closing Date
2nd of October 2013

Method of Application
Interested candidates should send your C.V. and covering letter on or before 2nd of October 2013 explaining why you are suitable to: Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org. State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will de disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.