Nutrition Project Manager at Save The Children

Details

• The Nutrition Project Manager will lead on developing, managing and monitoring the implementation of the CMAM (Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition) programme to reduce malnutrition in Katsina State.

Qualifications:

The candidate should possess an internationally recognised third level qualification in nutrition (MSc in public health nutrition or equivalent). Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in nutrition programme management (including CTC/CMAM programme and strategies to prevent malnutrition) in the context of international development or emergencies. including the management of budgets and personnel. in low- or middle-income countries; Expertise or understanding of technical issues around policy and programming to support the integrated treatment of acute malnutrition within health systems. A clear
commitment to, and experience of. developing and coaching professional and national staff and partners. in particular government at senior levels, combined with the ability to give direct actionable feedback. S/He must have a proven capacity to develop a network of contacts with key players from government, donors. international agencies and NGOs maintaining these relationships over time and to raise funding from donors. S/he must. also have a proven capacity to deliver results against objectives, reporting schedules and work plans. Sound strategic thinking and planning skills, including ability to think creatively and innovate and to set priorities, manageable work plans and evaluate progress. Understanding of food security and livelihoods programmes is desirable.