Job Title: Neo-natal and Child Health Specialist
Location: Kano, Nigeria
Employer: Save the Children UK (SCUK)
Sector: Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO)
Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
Job Details:
• The Neonatal and Child Health Specialist will provide technical support, advice and coordination to the programme in the states.
• S/he will lead technical efforts related to neonatal and child health.
• Support the MNCH Programme Officers in the states and state teams in capacity building and systems strengthening for IMCI, iCCM, ENC, and KMC in PHC facilities and the communities.
• The Neonatal and Child Health Specialist will ensure that international & national best practices and knowledge are brought into the programme.
Qualifications:
• A Post-graduate qualification in Public Health or Paediatrics, or a closely related field;
• A Public Health degree will be an added advantage;
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in Medicine or Nursing/Midwifery and participation in public health programmes in Nigeria, particularly in Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH);
• Proven knowledge of current evidence based effective care in newborn & child health; iCCM.IMCI. CBSD, ENC, KMC;
• Experience of working with non-governmental organisations or multilateral & bilateral organizations.
• The successful candidate should have excellent Technical & Advisory Support as well as Programme Management skills: good experience in Planning & budgeting is inclusive.
Method of Application:
Kindly apply online or send your CV and covering letter on or before 26th November, 2013 explaining why you are suitable to nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org. State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Save the children offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Please note that the position is subject to donor funding being received.
Please note that applications will be treated as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
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