Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children 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 ti 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 the programme

 

2. Deputy Programme Manager,  Working to Improve Nutrition in Northern Nigeria (WINNN) - Abuja

 

The Deputy Programme Manager (DPM) will work closely with the National Programme Manager (NPM) to ensure robust technical implementation an operational systems to deliver the programme with responsibility across the following areas: programme planning, timely and quality implementation of planned activities, management of internal consortium partner relationships. The DPM will be accountable for ensuring the programme is delivered to SCI and DFID standards.

 

 

Qualifications:

S/he should have a post-graduate qualification in Public Health or Nutrition or related relevant discipline with 3 years' experience in programme management  and managing nutrition or health programming, Proven ability to manage large consortia and multiple partnership; Robust experience of NGO programmes cycle management and working within a complex and matrix organisation structure; Strong technical programming literacy and working knowledge of nutrition programming. 

 

How to apply

Kindly send your C.V and qualifying statements on or before 11th February 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 will  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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