Save the Children International Vacancy for an Advocacy Officer in Kaduna State
Save the Children International is a 'dual mandate' organisation and as
such equal priority will be given to both humanitarian and development
work.
This is the only way we will be able to ensure that some of the
fundamental rights that we believe children have, such as survival,
safety and constant access to protection and education can be
guaranteed. As part of a commitment to work with children through
humanitarian interventions Save the Children will support programmes in
both sudden onset and chronic emergency situations.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Advocacy Officer
Job ID: #1063701
Location: Kaduna
Job Description
- The incumbent will contribute to Save the Children's efforts to
influence and bring about change in the awareness, attitudes, behaviors
and policies related to the rights of children in the country program in
the state of posting.
Qualifications/Requirements
- The post holder will possess a high Degree of analytical skill,
political acumen, ability to facilitate change, ability to influence,
and ability to communicate key advocacy messages effectively and
convincingly to a diverse audience at local, national and international
levels.
Essential:
- 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.
- Good understanding of strategies for achieving sustainable child
Health and Nutrition policies through participatory processes, and the
links with gender, diversity and other aspects of identity.
- Ability to travel extensively in the country.
- Good computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, email /
internet) and ability to be self-supporting in most administrative
tasks.
- Fluent English language skills (written and verbal).
- Commitment to the values, mission, aims and policies of Save the Children.
- Excellent conceptual and analytical skills and demonstrable
ability to think strategically, innovatively and practically to ensure
achievement of desired change objectives.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences at local, national and international levels.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with partner
agencies and key contacts in the government, NGO, civil society and
media sectors.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, adaptability and ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
Desirable:
- Experience in training others in advocacy techniques and influencing tactics.
- Prior work experience in advocacy in Nigeria.
- Experience working with children on Health and Nutrition will be an added advantage.
- Local language skills (Ability to communicate in Hausa will be an advantage).
- Knowledge of the policies, functions, structures and
decision-making processes of key national institutions with regard to
child Nutrition.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their C.V's and qualifying statements to:
[email protected]
explaining why you are suitable for the position you are applying for.
State position clearly in the subject field as applications without
appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received
after the closing date above will not be considered.
Note: Applications will be treated as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline 16th July, 2015.