Vacancies: Officer LGA, Driver, Support Services Coordinator
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 for children expected by this programme.
Position: LGA Officer (4positions)
Location: Lagos
The LGA Officers will support the roll out and implementation of the new Child Health project focusing on stopping preventable deaths from diarrhoea and Pneumonia in 4 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Lagos state (Agege, Ikeja, Ifako Ijaiye and Ojo) in collaboration with Lagos State Ministry of Health and Local Government health departments. The programme coordinator will work with the Programme manager, Child health advisor and other project team members to provide technical assistance to stake holders in the state, LGAs and Community Health Workers (CHWs) to increase access to quality child health services in Lagos state. Together with the LGA Coordinator he/she will coordinate the all program activities in the LGA in addition to working closely with members of the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and other partners. He/she will also work with the Health team in Abuja, Local & international consultants to document best practices and lessons learned in Child Health in Lagos state.
Qualification:
- A minimum of a Bachelors’ degree in health or related field, additional Qualifications in Public health or Social Science will be an advantage.
- At least 3 years’ work experience in health/public health and or in a health/public health organization, including as a state level trainer/technical assistance provider in the area of Child health with government of Nigeria or an International NGO, experience of working with local communities and LGA authorities in south western region of Nigeria will be an added advantage.
- Experience in child health programming including facility and community based health service improvement is essential.
Position: Driver (2position)
Location: Kaduna & Bauchi
The driver is responsible for the safe driving of Save the Children International vehicle, staff and Assets. The Driver will ensure cleaning, proper maintenance of vehicles in compliance with the Driver’s handbook and safe driving standards, ensuring the vehicle is fuelled in time for trips and the proper management of the fuel supply for that vehicle. The driver should do so in accordance with SCI policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Candidates should have 3-5 years experience of professional driving with a full and clean driving license. Prior experience as a driver in an international NGO with practical experience of user vehicle maintenance, UN agency or private company:
- Ability to multi-task and work calmly under pressure is essential for this position.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in insecure environments is critical.
Position: Support Services Coordinator
Location: Lagos
Manage and provide oversight for the day to day functionality of the SCI office in Lagos, and overall management of the office administrative systems. Liaise and provide administrative support for the office. Coordinate the process of establishing and maintaining a functional communication (hardware) and IT system that meets minimum SC global standards, and that meets the needs of support units and programmes in an efficient yet feasible manner. Liaise with the Country Office on admin/support matters as needed.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and should have 3-5 years experience in office management. Prior experience in an international NGO with practical experience of managing support services functions.
- Ability to multi-task and work calmly under pressure is essential for this position.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in insecure environments is critical.
How to Apply:
Kindly send your C.V. and covering letter on or before 20th August 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. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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