Nutrition and Health Head of Department (Maternity Cover) at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International


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Action Against Hunger | ACF International, a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger, works to save the lives of malnourished children while providing communities with access to safe water and sustainable solutions to hunger.

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience 5 – 7 years
  • Location Abuja
  • Job Field NGO/Non-Profit  , Project Management 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Under the supervision of the Deputy Country director, the position’s primary responsibilities involve:
  • Developing and coordinating strategies for nutrition and health initiatives,
  • Encompassing long-term strategic planning and humanitarian operations.
  • Collecting and analyzing data, producing reports, reviewing proposals, conducting assessments, initiating research projects, managing budgets,
  • Fostering an integrated approach, and collaborating with various stakeholders.
  • Overseeing the nutrition and health team, supporting their development, and managing program managers.
  • Establishing partnerships with governmental and local agencies, negotiating agreements, and contributing to national strategies against malnutrition
  • Representing the organization in health and nutrition matters, maintaining relations with donors, participating in networks and clusters, and disseminating information on AAH’s programs in these fields.

REQUESTED PROFILE

  • You hold a master degres preferably in human nutrition or medical sciences
  • You have a minimum of 5 to 7 years of previous experience working with NGOs specifically in nutrition and/or health
  • You Have an experience with external representation and knowledge of Nut & Health Cluster mechanisms
  • You have an advanced knowledge of N&H guidelines and procedures including those of donors and international standards (e.g. SPHERE)
  • You also have an Ability and a willingness to travel regularly to AAH field locations. Experience working with multiple donors (OFDA, ECHO, UNICEF, BHA, UN…) including compliance reporting and regulations

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