Nutrition Project Manager - Nigeria Job at Save the Children International

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Job Title: Nutrition Project Manager

Location: Katsina, 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: The Nutrition Project Manager will lead on developing, managing and monitoring the implementation of the CMAM (Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition) programme to reduce malnutrition in Katsina State.

Requirements:

•   The candidate should possess an internationally recognised third level qualification in nutrition (MSc in public health nutrition or equivalent).

•   Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in nutrition programme management (including CTC/CMAM programme and strategies to prevent malnutrition) in the context of international development or emergencies including the management of budgets and personnel in low- or middle-income countries;

•   Expertise or understanding of technical issues around policy and programming to support the integrated treatment of acute malnutrition within health systems.

•   A clear commitment to, and experience of developing and coaching professional and national staff and partners in particular government at senior levels, combined with the ability to give direct actionable feedback.

•   S/He must have a proven capacity to develop a network of contacts with key players from government, donors international agencies and NGOs maintaining these relationships over time and to raise funding from donors.

•   S/he must also have a proven capacity to deliver results against objectives, reporting schedules and work plans.

•   Sound strategic thinking and planning skills, including ability to think creatively and innovate and to set priorities, manageable work plans and evaluate progress.

•   Understanding of food security and livelihoods programmes is desirable.

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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