Save the Children Nigeria Jobs : National Programme Manager

Save the Children, a leading independent organization in Nigeria is currently recruiting for the positions of a National Programme Manager. We are 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 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:

Job Title: National Programme Manager

Location: Abuja

Job Descriptions

• Strategically lead and manage the Infant and Child Nutrition programme in Northern Nigeria;
• Accountable for the achievement of programme deliverables and delivery of the joint log-frame within the consortium of Save the Children and with UNICEF.

Qualifications

• S/he should have a Post-graduate qualification in Public Health, or Nutrition/Hunger related discipline;
• Proven ability to manage large consortium - with a minimum of 4 years’ experience managing multi-regional or multi-country programmes:
• Demonstrable track record of meeting or exceeding programme targets, while maintaining technical quality;
• Ability to represent the nutrition programme at a strategic level and engage and influence key stakeholders;
• Demonstrated experience of working with national and/or regional level government structures to strengthen the capacity of the state to take ownership for and deliver services;
• Highly numerically articulate with a track record of data manipulation and use of spreadsheets and reporting systems;
• Experience in management of finance and budget monitoring and risk management.
• Strong communication, and interpersonal skills in English, with substantial experience in managing multicultural teams;
• Demonstrable understanding of Value for Money and DFID results agenda.

Application Closing Date
15th December, 2014.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly send their CV and qualifying statements explaining why you are suitable to: Nigeriavacancy@savechildren.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.

Note: Please note that applications will be treated as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.