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Closing date 22 June, 2010

Save the Children UK has been working in Nigeria since 2001. The early focus was on getting children actively involved
in shaping the decisions that affect their lives. Today, SC UK is working in several states: Zamfara, Yobe, Jigawa,
Katsina, Kano, Bauchi, Kaduna and others - focusing on child survival, education and protecting children. Furthermore,
Nigeria is one of five priority countries for the Alliance popular campaign in child survival. As the world’s leading
independent children’s charity, Save the Children inspires dramatic change for children around the globe. We are looking
for experienced staff to implement a one (1) year ECHO funded project addressing the nutritional needs of children in
Katsina state. To apply, send your C.V. and covering letter in ONLY one attached document explaining how you are
suitable to vacancy@scuknigeria.org. The subject field MUST clearly state the position you are applying for. Please
note that all positions are based in Katsina except where stated otherwise.

1. Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor – Links for Children OVC Project (1 position in Abuja)
You will assume a lead technical advisory role in developing, implementing and maintaining effective and
appropriate monitoring and evaluation systems for all project activities in coordination with the project management
and state teams, and in line with USAID PEPFAR reporting requirement and Save the Children guidelines and best
practices. The candidate is required to possess a post- graduate degree in the relevant field; substantial training
and experience in developing and using M & E systems in projects with psychosocial components and/or
interventions; involvement in Orphan and Vulnerable Children projects, and/or those involving families and children;
involvement in projects utilizing grassroots approaches and addressing issues of diversity, power, exclusion,
participation and gender. The knowledge of Hausa language is a plus. Salary N4.4

2. Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (2 positions) You will ensure that quality data is produced for nutrition activities
in Katsina and Zamfara. You will equally be expected to analyze and prepare reports. The candidate should
possess at least 3 years previous experience in M&E, excellent IT skills and communication skills. Previous
experience with local and international NGOs is desirable. Salary N1.2

3. Medical Officer (1 position) You will train, mentor and supervise health staff (Save the Children and Ministry of
Health) to ensure quality inpatient and outpatient treatment of severe acute malnutrition. The candidate must be a
medical doctor with experience working in rural hospitals.
Salary N4.4

4. OTP Coordinator (1 position) You will supervise technical staff who overlook the treatment of acute mal-nutrition
in outpatient. The candidate must possess a background in health and experience in managing staff. Salary N2.4

5. Human Resource Coordinator (1 position) You will provide administrative support and assistance for the
development and management of Human Resource functions, the development and maintenance of policies &
procedures, the security of staff and the promotion of the Child Safe Guarding Policy. The candidate should be an
undergraduate of Administration/Social Sector/Finance. He/she should possess excellent communication and
interpersonal skills, excellent IT and English language skills. Staff and performance management and HR
administration skills are desirable. Salary N2.4

6. Administrative Officer (1 position) You will provide general administrative support to the Katsina team. The
candidate should be a diploma graduate with at least one year previous experience in similar field. He/she must
possess excellent English language skills, IT, Communication and interpersonal skills. Salary N1.2

7. Logistics Officer (1 position) You will manage the office vehicle fleet, assets, properties and an efficient
procurement system to ensure transparency and accountability for Save the Children UK Nigeria. You will also
provide logistics support to the team. The candidate should possess at least 2 years previous experience in
procurement and logistics. He/she should possess good IT skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary N1.2

8. Finance Officer (1 position) You will manage the Katsina’s base book-keeping and petty cash. The candidate
should possess at least a diploma in Accountancy, Business Administration or Economics. He/she must possess a
substantial experience in cash handling and disbursement; excellent skills in the use of excel spreadsheets and a
 demonstrable experience in people management and leadership; including remote support and capacity
development. Experience and understanding of Save the Children UK financial system is desirable. Salary N1.2

9. Community Mobilization Coordinator (1 position) You will manage and oversee the activities of Save the
Children Community Mobilization team to ensure quality implementation of the nutrition activities. The candidate
must possess at least 5 years professional experience in community mobilization; good interpersonal skills and
communication skills in both spoken and written Hausa. Experience in nutrition and community-based programmes,
training and treatment of acute malnutrition are desirable. Salary N2.4.

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the
challenges we face.