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.
Save the Children is looking for experienced development professionals to work within the Nigeria Country Programme. These roles will be critical for the delivery of results for children expected by this programme.
Job Title: Voice & Community Mobilization Officer
Location: Kebbi
Job Description
The Voice and Community mobilization officer will support the State team to ensure commitment and involvement of local authorities and community members in the programme; and support community mobilization to ensure participation, sustainability of the nutrition programme as well as that the voices of community members, including women and children are heard. Identify policy and practice change, on the basis of Save the Children’s experience, that would promote and protect The rights of children, support in formulating key advocacy messages and targets from lessons learned, assessments, research and evidence gained through project implementation on Health and Nutrition, develop good knowledge of local and national government structures, parliamentary and political processes and key decision making structures and how to influence them, Initiate and support lobbying, communications and other activities to inform and persuade policy makers, including donors and politicians, of the value of Save the children’s policy recommendations.
Qualifications:
The incumbent should possess a national diploma (ND/OND), in Health, Nutrition. Communications or related social science field, substantial experience in advocacy and policy development/ research in the development context, good understanding of the possibilities and tactics for influencing decision and policy makers, politicians, donors, and other key actors, ability to build and maintain relationships with partner agencies and key contacts in the government, NGO, civil society (coalitions) and media sectors, experience in training others in advocacy techniques and influencing tactics, prior work experience in advocacy in Nigeria.
Application Closing Date
2nd of October 2013
Method of Application
Interested candidates should send your C.V. and covering letter on or before 2nd of October 2013 explaining why you are suitable to: Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org. State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will de disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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