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Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) Deputy Program Manager 

Job Summary

The Food Security Livelihood Deputy Program Manager will be based in Damaturu, Yobe State and report to the Food Security and Livelihood Program Manager. The FSL DPM will be also be responsible for implementing the FSL activities in the Integrated Basic Humanitarian Response Project (INP) through cash based interventions and capacity building to improve skills or production in pre-existing livelihood assets. The specific objectives includes but are not limited to;

  • Ensuring adherence to program quality and objectives, including respect of Action Against Hunger technical guidelines, systems, and established deadlines.
  • Providing support to program budget design and updates, budget monitoring and cash projections.
  • Contributing to organizational and sector-wide learning through documentation of lessons learnt, best practices, evaluations etc. from the FSL component of the program.
  • Conducting regular field visits, providing advice and regular technical support to field-based program team (FSL Officers and FSL Assistants).
  • Monthly compilation of FSL program technical reports with an overview of activities and contextual updates, and quantitative indicator follow-up and submit to FSL PM for consolidation.
  • Supporting detailed planning and implementation of FSL activities in collaboration with the FSL PM with the Multi sectorial PM.
  • Identifying program implementation modalities that enhance partnership & coordination with government official and local communities, internal integration within sectors and other programs (Nutrition, WASH).
  • Supporting the FSL PM in the development of project procurement and FSL program work plans.
  • Ensuring harmonization of program operating plans and protocols across the program with the technical support from Regional Coordinators, review tools and approaches, and ensure technical standards, guidelines and methodologies are communicated and understood.
  • Ensuring all program-related data and information is correct, updated, organized and accessible to the country program heads, HQ and other key stakeholders, and lessons learnt and best practice are documented.

The successful candidate will;

  • Have a minimum of bachelor’s degree in FSL related studies e.g. agro-economy, natural resource management, anthropology, disaster risk management etc. Higher level degree will be an added advantage.
  • Have a minimum two years’ work experience in humanitarian contexts, with at least 1 year in conflict/insecure contexts as well as FSL related program and managing inteventions (cash base transfer, IGA, agriculture/livelihoods)
  • Have experience in implementing programs on behalf of donor (i.e. USAID, ECHO, DFID, SIDA) funded activities.
  • Possess excellent team management skills, budget and project management and representation competencies.
  • Be willing to travel regularly to remote areas, where services are limited.
  • Have excellent Microsoft Office Skills (Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Word).
  • Be fluent in Hausa and English.

The deadline for this position is Monday, August 21, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply

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Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

Action Against Hunger saves lives while building long-term strategies for self-sufficiency:

  • Lifesaving impact in 45+ countries
  • 6,500+ field staff assisting more than 14.9 million people in 2015
  • 35+ years of expertise in contexts of conflict, disasters and food crises

Our global efforts save hundreds of thousands of lives each year, but millions of malnourished children remain in need of lifesaving treatment.

Why Our Work Matters

Deadly malnutrition claims the lives of 1 million children each year, even though it’s:

  1. PREDICTABLE: We know where and when to expect acute malnutrition
  2. PREVENTABLE: We know how to help children stay healthy
  3. TREATABLE: Therapeutic ready-to-use foods can help save millions
  4. AFFORDABLE: Just $45 can provide a child with lifesaving treatment

You can trust Action Against Hunger. Here’s why:

  • Highest four-star rating from Charity Navigator, ten years in a row
  • Listed as an “A”-rated organization by CharityWatch
  • We're accountable, meeting all 20 Better Business Bureau standards
  • Earned Guidestar's Gold Participant Seal for our commitment to transparency
  • Awarded the “Best in America” seal by the Independent Charities of America

What Others Are Saying

Don’t take it from us: here’s what others have to say of our work:

“Action Against Hunger is a NGO that is action oriented. I can truthfully say that they deliver services to those in need and are very present on the ground. They make lasting positive change in the lives of people. I worked for them in four countries and have a good understanding of how they work.”

– Holimata, Great Nonprofits Review

“Action Against Hunger is in war-torn countries that many fear to tread. They are technical people… that forgo the comforts of modern life to assist local populations and refugees at the most fundamental level in the most dangerous locales. They provide nutrition, healthcare, sanitation, and food sustainability. They train populations to be self-sufficient. Although these dedicated men and women want to eliminate the need for their services, humanity is not willing and forces them to witness the most heinous actions.”

– President Nelson Mandela, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2004

“As a field worker and a partner... I recommend Action Against Hunger as an effective and important organization. Through their integrated approach and expertise in nutrition, food security and water, sanitation and hygiene they are saving lives and improving them for years to come in some of the poorest parts of the planet.”

– Water Advocate, Great Nonprofits Review, Dec. 8, 2011

“Action Against Hunger—the title speaks for itself. This is a remarkable organization with a staff of energetic, enthusiastic and deeply committed people who are determined to make a difference to the lives of thousands of people. There are millions who do not have access to clean water, food, health services or education. They are condemned to a grinding life of poverty with no choices. Action Against Hunger is changing this. Their training programs are improving the quality of life and health and, above all, bringing hope to thousands in underdeveloped countries. I commend them for their outstanding work and welcome the opportunity to express my support.”

– Desmond Tutu, Archbishop Emeritus, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2006

“I’ve been covering humanitarian crises since the early 1990s and have often been impressed by the work of Action Against Hunger. They are among the first to respond when tragedies unfold, and they work to ensure that communities have a fighting chance to get back on their feet... The nightly news can often seem overwhelming, but it’s important to remember there are effective ways to fight hunger and overcome poverty, and along with groups like Action Against Hunger, you can become part of the solution.”

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Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) Deputy Program Manager 

Job Summary

The Food Security Livelihood Deputy Program Manager will be based in Damaturu, Yobe State and report to the Food Security and Livelihood Program Manager. The FSL DPM will be also be responsible for implementing the FSL activities in the Integrated Basic Humanitarian Response Project (INP) through cash based interventions and capacity building to improve skills or production in pre-existing livelihood assets. The specific objectives includes but are not limited to;

  • Ensuring adherence to program quality and objectives, including respect of Action Against Hunger technical guidelines, systems, and established deadlines.
  • Providing support to program budget design and updates, budget monitoring and cash projections.
  • Contributing to organizational and sector-wide learning through documentation of lessons learnt, best practices, evaluations etc. from the FSL component of the program.
  • Conducting regular field visits, providing advice and regular technical support to field-based program team (FSL Officers and FSL Assistants).
  • Monthly compilation of FSL program technical reports with an overview of activities and contextual updates, and quantitative indicator follow-up and submit to FSL PM for consolidation.
  • Supporting detailed planning and implementation of FSL activities in collaboration with the FSL PM with the Multi sectorial PM.
  • Identifying program implementation modalities that enhance partnership & coordination with government official and local communities, internal integration within sectors and other programs (Nutrition, WASH).
  • Supporting the FSL PM in the development of project procurement and FSL program work plans.
  • Ensuring harmonization of program operating plans and protocols across the program with the technical support from Regional Coordinators, review tools and approaches, and ensure technical standards, guidelines and methodologies are communicated and understood.
  • Ensuring all program-related data and information is correct, updated, organized and accessible to the country program heads, HQ and other key stakeholders, and lessons learnt and best practice are documented.

The successful candidate will;

  • Have a minimum of bachelor’s degree in FSL related studies e.g. agro-economy, natural resource management, anthropology, disaster risk management etc. Higher level degree will be an added advantage.
  • Have a minimum two years’ work experience in humanitarian contexts, with at least 1 year in conflict/insecure contexts as well as FSL related program and managing inteventions (cash base transfer, IGA, agriculture/livelihoods)
  • Have experience in implementing programs on behalf of donor (i.e. USAID, ECHO, DFID, SIDA) funded activities.
  • Possess excellent team management skills, budget and project management and representation competencies.
  • Be willing to travel regularly to remote areas, where services are limited.
  • Have excellent Microsoft Office Skills (Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Word).
  • Be fluent in Hausa and English.

The deadline for this position is Monday, August 21, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply

 2017-08-21

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