ACF INTERNATIONAL VACANCIES

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 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
- 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: [email protected]

The deadline for submission of application is 12th October 2011 at 5pm (Nigerian Time)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

ACF International will not answer any telephone query regarding the position

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.