Save the Children Job Opportunities in Nigeria today, January 13th 2015
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 wor!< 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
iooking for experienced development professionals to work within the
Nigeria Country Programme.
These roles will be critical for the deliveryof results for children expected by this programme.
Job Title: Deputy Director of Programme Operations
30%
of his/her time to provide strategic leadership and support to the
Logistics department to ensure that the logistics function of our
operational platform across the country is strengthened and able to
support effectively and efficiently the delivery of our programmes and
the growth of our portfolio while the other 70% is to lead on the
strategic and operational decentralization process with the overall
objecnve to have a robust operational platform that will position Save
the Children International towards its SC Members, its donors and
in-country partners as a leading Organisation capable to deliver more
and be a real catalyst for change for Nigerian children through the full
spectrum of child programming.
Qualification: S/he
should have at least a master's degree in development or humanitarian
field. MBA or any other relevant degree with 7 years of national and/or
International experience in senior management capacities/role of which
at least 4 years with an INGO; Robust experience of NGO project cycle
management and experience of working within a complex and matrix
organisation structure; Strong experience in planning; Experience of
building and developing the operational capacity of large teams through
the use of training. performance management frameworks and development
plans; Willingness to travel to operations areas at least 50% of his/her
time this is mandatory for this position
Job Title: Child Health Adviser
The
Child health adviser in Lagos will take the lead in ensuring the smooth
implementation olthe Stop Diarrhoea Project in 3 LGAs of Lagos State.
He/she will provide technical input In project design, roll out, and
implementation; including ensuring that project outputs delivered are of
high quality.
Qualifications: S/he should
have atleast a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in health with 7 years'
experience in related field or a Postgraduate qualification in Public
Health with a minimum of 4 years' experience In related field and also
possess basic clinical and public health qualifications; 5 years health
programme management experience with liNGO in Nigeria: very good
understanding of national health policies and strategies, programmes and
stakeholders on Child Health in Nigeria including child survival
issues, common childhood illnesses and childhood immunizations,
immunizations programming/ coverage issues in Nigeria; clinical
experience in paediatrics or community Paediatrics in Nigeria and
mastertrainer/ToT on IMCI and CCM
Job Title: Finance Assistant
This position will be responsible for implementing and/or coordinating all financial support functions to the state office.
Qualifications: Candidate should have a degree B.Sc/HND or equivalent in Finance/Accounts/Business Administration; S/he should have
experience
in working with partners accountable for grants and other financial
support provided to implement project activities, particularly at
community level.
Job Title: Driver
The
driver is responsible for the safe driving of Save the Children
Intemational vehicle. staff and Assets. The Driver will ensure cleaning,
proper maintenance of vehicles in compliance with the Drive(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: A
full and clean dnving license with 3-5 years' experience of
proressionat driving in an intemational NGO, 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: Some practical experience of user vehicle
maintenance.
How to Apply
Kindly send your CV and qualifying statements on or before 23rd January 2015 explaining why you are suitable to
[email protected]
State position clearly in the subject field as applications without
appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received
after the deadline wiil not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.
Please note that applications will be treated
as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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challenges we face.