SCUK Nigeria Job Vacancies: Chief of Party

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Save the Children UK (SCUK) has been working in Nigeria since 2001. SCUK focuses on child survival, education and protecting children. SCUK is currently recruiting for the following position(s):

Job Title: Chief of Party

Descriptions and Roles:
•   The role will work with Save the Children's existing country office in Nigeria, but will be solely responsible for overall management of the USAID Cooperative Agreement for the anticipated Orphans and Vulnerable Children Program.
•   S/he will provide strategic and operational leadership to develop and implement a successful and integrated multi-sectoral program that builds upon existing USAID/PEPFAR and GON investment and that will achieve memorable outcomes in the mitigation of the impact of HIV/AIDS on children, families and communities in Nigeria.
•   S/he will liaise closely with USAID/Nigeria Government of Nigeria representatives, Save the Children's Office of HIV / AIDS and Africa Area and Country Offices, and partner organizations.
•   The COP will be the principal representative of the project.
•   The COP will ensure adherence to overall technical and programmatic quality in implementation, compliance with USAID rules and regulations, and the timely submission of all deliverables to USAID, including annual work plans, performance monitoring plans, semi-annual reports and annual reports as may be required.
•   The COP will be responsible for overall direction and coordination of the activities of any sub-recipient partners under this grant, and for linking to broader for a in country for coordination of OVC work more broadly.

How to Apply:
To apply, send your C.V. and covering letter in ONLY one attached document explaining how you are suitable to vacancy@scuknigeria.org.

The subject field MUST clearly state the position you are applying for.

Please note that interested applicants can send their request to vacancy@scuknigeria.org for a full job description of the positions to be sent to them by email.

Closing Date: 9 May 2011

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.