Head of Hunger and Livelihoods - Nigeria Job at Save the Children International

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Job Title: Head of Hunger and Livelihoods

Location: Abuja, Nigeria  

Employer: Save the Children International / Save the Children UK (SCUK)

Sector: Not for Profit and Charities

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the live of children in over 120 countries around the world. Recognized for our commitment, accountability, innovation and collaboration. our work takes us into the heart of communities. where we help children and families help themselves. We work with the 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.

Details:

•   Under the general direction and guidance of the Director of Programm Development and Quality, the incumbent will ensure that all food security an livelihoods programming is of excellent technical quality, attracts significant done funding and contributes to national, regional and global learning, advocacy an programme development. The post holder is expected to provide technical advice and support to project staff to ensure programming objectives are successful achieved.

•   The post-holder shall also contribute to the development and/review of the country strategic direction and actively lead in the development of food security an livelihood policy and programme formulation and ensure adequate integration intostrategic directions and activities with the Health, Nutrition, Child Protection an Education thematic sectors.

Requirements:

The candidate must have a postgraduate qualification in discipline related to agriculture economics, development economics. agriculture, food security, social science or othe relevant discipline or commensurate work experience in lieu of postgraduate qualification significant experience (at least 5 years) in food security and livelihoods programming with specific experience and/or advanced understanding of at least two (2) of the following:

a.    Social protection systems for vulnerable populations especially pastoral and agro pastoral populations;

b.    Experience of running and monitoring cash transfer programmes;

c.    Designing and implementing market assessments and analysis of data collected:

d.    Relevant training and expertise in using Save the Children Household Economy Approach (HEA)

e.    Assessment of Food Security Early Warning Systems in Sub-Saharan Africa.

S/he should have a strong commitment to capacity building of national staff and partners with willingness to adppt a participatory and consultative management approach; significant experience in relief and rehabilitation programmes in developing countries with a focus on Food Security and Livelihoods; develop market based programming promoting a better; nutrition for children and livelihoods development in an integrated approach. S/he should possess strong report writing skills. including experience in writing proposals and donor reports, excellent analytical and computer literacy skills is also required.

The candidate should also have an extensive experience in data management and analysis, including data collection tools design, database design and management and data quality checks; sound and mature understanding of rights-based approaches to development and participatory concepts and practical experience in similar context; good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels. taking into account cultural and language difficulties with tact and diplomacy; ability to communicate and maintain good work relations with relevant local authorities in politically sensitive environments; experience of working in insecure/conflict situations and security management; willingness to travel regularly and in difficult circumstances; sensitive to issues affecting children and committed to Save the Children's Child Safeguarding Policy.

How to Apply:

Kindly apply online or send your CV and covering letter on or before 23rd January, 2014 explaining why you are suitable to Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org stating position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified.

Also applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

•   Our selection processes reflect our commitment to safeguard children from abuse.

•   Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.

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