Nutrition and WASH Intern at Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Project:                                Programs / Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project  

Ref Code:                             NWI101117

Reports to:                          Team Lead Nutrition and WASH

Job Summary
To support the technical lead in the delivery of several distinct projects which require an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual who can work as part of a team.

The Nutrition and WASH Intern will be required to work within a multi-sectoral setting including Nutrition, Livelihoods, agriculture, gender integration, education and government and Local Partners. The post holder will need to deliver effective, highly competent project support and consistently deliver in a person-centered environment which promotes positive relationships.

Position requirements

• MSc or equivalent work experience in the field of nutrition, public health, WASH, or development
• Experience in Contemporary human development interventions
• Experience working with Local or international NGO a plus
• Interest in development issues
• Willingness and capacity to learn
• Strong computer skills required, especially the ability to work comfortably in the MS office package
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in team environment
• Demonstrated ability to assess priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality;
• Strong organizational skills and communication skills
• Ability to work and manage various projects in a team setting, with limited supervision
• Fluency in English and Hausa
• Ability to work well with people at all levels.
• Strong initiative and self-motivation required, with a commitment to teamwork and effectiveness within a dynamic integrated project.
• Passion to reach the most vulnerable groups
• Ability and willingness to travel to Project’s zones of influence in the North West and North East