Job Title: Advocacy and Communications Officer
Location: Zamfara, Nigeria
Organisation: Save the Children UK – SCUK Nigeria
Sector: Non-Governmental Organisation – NGO
Description: The ideal candidates will contribute to Save the Children's efforts to influence and bring about change in the awareness, attitudes, behaviours and policies related to the rights of children in the country programme in the state of posting. management of Human Resources functions, for the development and maintenance of policies & procedures, for or the security of staff and for the promotion of the Child Sale Guarding Policy.
Qualifications:
• University degree in health, nutrition, communications or related social science field. Substantial experience in advocacy and policy development/research in the development context.
• Good understanding of the possibilities and tactics for influencing decision and policy makers, politicians, donors, and other key actors.
• Knowledge of the media and its role in raising awareness and shaping public policy.
• Prior work experience in advocacy in Nigeria is desirable. .
How To Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online with their cover letter and CVs.
Deadline: 11th June, 2013.
Note:
• Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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