Local Govt Area Technical Advisor

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.

To strengthen the capacity of the local government area (LGA) nutrition focal persons or team (as designated by the L.G.A) in management, delivery and advocacy of cost-effective malnutrition prevention and treatment interventions (interventions include – infant and young child feeding, community management of acute malnutrition, maternal and child Health weeks.)

At least a B.A in programme management, health and nutrition or related social science. Strong programme management background with 2 years professional experience in managing health and/or nutrition programmes.

Significant experience in planning, managing and delivering a programme, local and internationals NGOs, and good knowledge of Hausa is desirable