Save the Children Nigeria Jobs
Save the Children is a leading international organization
helping children in need around the world. First established in the UK in
1919, separate national organizations have been set up in more than
twenty-eight countries, sharing the aim of improving the lives of children
through education, health care and economic
opportunities, as well as
emergency aid in cases of natural disasters, war and conflict.
Today,
twenty-eight national Save the Children organizations participate in the
International Save the Children Alliance - a global network of nonprofit
organizations working in over 120 countries around the world. In addition to
promoting greater public awareness of the needs and rights of children
worldwide, Alliance members coordinate emergency relief efforts, helping to
protect children from the effects of disasters, both natural and manmade. We
also work with the existing Food and Nutrition Partnership Forum to influence
government and donors to bring the issue of malnutrition and poverty into the
national agenda.
1.) Nutrition Advisor Abuja
To support design and implementation of high quality
and integrated programmes in Nigeria to reduce malnutrition.
Qualifications: Academic/professional qualification at
post graduate level or equivalent in nutrition. Substantial operational
experience and a track record of success on nutrition programming,
including CMAM and/or IYCF. Experience working in Northern Nigeria,
supporting development of national guidelines and policies and knowledge of
Hausa is desirable.
2.) Local Engagement Officer Gombe, Jigawa, Katsina &
Zamfara
The ideal candidate will under the supervision of the
State Advocacy Officer support Save the Children's efforts to influence and
bring about change in the awareness, altitudes, behaviours and policies
related to the rights of children in the country programme with' special
focus on Vaccine, Health workers and Nutrition
Qualifications: At least national diploma (ND/OND), in
health, nutrition, communications or related social science field.
Substantial experience in advocacy and policy development I research in the
development context. Knowledge of the media and its role in raising
awareness and shaping public policy. Experience working with children on
Health and Nutrition will be an added advantage and knowledge of local
language (Hausa) is desirable
The ideal candidate will be responsible for the safe
driving of Save the Children UK vehicle, staff and Assets. The Driver will
ensure cleaning, proper maintenance of vehicles in compliance with the
Driver's handbook and safe driving standards.
Qualifications: A full and clean driving license, 3-5
years experience of professional driving, prior experience as a driver in
an international NGO, UN agency or private company, strong oral and
written.
Method of Application
Send your CV and covering letter on or before 9'"
August 2012 explaining why you are suitable to vacancy@scuknigeria.org state the
position and location in the subject field. Applications received after the
deadline will not be considered.
Our selection processes reflects our commitment to the
protection of children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the
challenges we face.
Application Deadline: August 9, 2012
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