Vacancies: Local Govt Area Technical Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Officer
Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in over 120 countries around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other 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.
Save the Children is now looking for experienced development professionals to work within the Nigeria Country- Programme. These roles will be critical for the delivery of results lot children expected by this programme.
Position: Local Govt Area Technical Advisor – Kebbi
To strengthen the capacity of the Local Government Area (LGA) nutrition focal, person or team (as designated by the LGA) in management, delivers and advocacy of cost-effective malnutrition prevention and treatment interventions (interventions include – Infant & Young Child Feeding, Community Management of Acute Malnutrition, Maternal & Child Health Weeks).
Qualifications:
- At least a B. A. in programme management, Health and Nutrition, or related Social Science.
- Strong programme management background with 2 years professional experience in managing health and /or nutrition programmes.
- Significant experience in planning, managing and delivering a programme, including costing, managing and monitoring budgets.
- Previous experience with local and international NGOs: and Good knowledge of Hausa is desirable.
Position: Advocacy and Communications Officer –Zamfara
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.
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:
Kindly send your C.V and covering letter on or before 11th June 2013 explaining why you are suitable to Nigeria.Recruitment@savethechildren.org . State 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.
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