Action Against Hunger Vacancy 2011

ACF-International is a registered charity, founded in 1979 now operating in 37 countries. ACF in Nigeria is seeking young, motivated, and experienced professionals to support strengthening nutrition programming in Jigawa State.

OPEN POSITIONS & EDUCATION/TRAINING QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
-    STATE TECHNICAL ADVISOR: BSC degree in Programme Management, Health & Nutrition, Public Health, and/or related social science with +3 – 5 years experience in managing health & nutrition programs
-    LGA TECHNICAL ADVISOR: BSC degree in progamme Management, Health & Nutrition, public Health, and/or related social science with +1-2 years experience in managing health & nutrition programs, committed to live at LGA level.
-    MONITORING & EVALUATION (M&E) ADVISOR: Advanced training in quantitative methodologies, including database management; direct experience of M&E related health, HIV, nutrition and/or www.nigerianbestforum.com economics; strong analytic skills, and an understanding of a range of methods for monitoring, evaluation and assessment to promote evidence-based learning.
-    INFANT & YOUNG CHILD FEEDING ADVISOR: Health background (doctor, nurse, midwife, etc) with at least 3 years professional experience. At least 2 years experience on IYCF and breastfeeding counseling
OVERALL REQUIRED SKILLS FOR ALL POSTS:
-    Sound strategic thinking and planning skills, including ability to think creativity/innovating and to set priorities, manageable work plans and progress with strong interested in sustainability
-    Ability to build support from staff across teams and members, and or to build the capacity of others
-    Ability to work in partnership with government and other organizations staff
-    Advanced computer knowledge & usage
-    Fluency (both written and verbal) in English and Hausa essential
-    Independence, adaptability and flexibility www.nigerianbestforum.com
-    Commitment to team work and understanding of how to contribute
-    Commitment to ACF mission values and approach
DESIRABLE SKILLS FOR ALL POSTS:
-    Previous experience with local and international NGOs
-    Broad understanding of rights and development issues, international relations and he international humanitarian systems
Applications, including Motivation letter, CV, and scanned credentials are to be sent to: recruitment.ng@acf-international.org
The deadline for submission of application is 12th October 2011 at 5pm (Nigerian Time)
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted