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Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Each year, we and our partners reach millions of children in communities around the world. Join our dedicated and diverse staff in their work to improve the well-being of children everywhere.

Nutrition Coordinator

Ref Id: 190001LV
Location: Kano
Employee Status: Fixed Term

Role Purpose

• As a member of the STEER Team, the Nutrition Coordinator will work under the direction of the State Program Manager in the day-to-day successful implementation of the STEER Project at the States. Overall, the Nutrition Coordinator is responsible for the support and capacity building of the STEER partners including CSOs and the Government counterparts.

Scope Of Role

• Reports to: State Program Manager
• Staff directly reporting to this post: 0

Key Areas Of Accountability

• Ensure the day-to-day implementation of the work plan activities in the State and provide input into the development, on-going management and maintenance of work plan.
• Provide technical support to STEER partners and Government counterparts to implement Nutrition activities and to ensure that agreed targets are met.
• Responsible for facilitation of trainings, support State level planning and activities for World Breastfeeding week and other nutrition activities as agreed in the annual work plan.
• Under the Supervision of Program Manager, manage the preparation, coordination, and execution for special technical events, such as trainings
• Participate in meetings, seminars, debriefings and other technical meetings.
• Compile States level reports on project results, case studies and lessons learned.
• Develop State level annual, quarterly and monthly work plans as agreed with the line manager.
• Facilitate, draft, and participate in the development of, and/or the timely completion/review of STEER technical reports, such as: monthly, quarterly, and/or annual reports; strategic plans and work plans; and other ad hoc reports, as required.
• Participate in the design and implementation of assessments and evaluation studies, trainings, and workshops.
• Support the work of consultants in the States as needs arise.
• Document technical team meetings, partner meetings, conferences, and workshops, so that notes are around to team members not in attendance and to STEER/HQ.
• Provide support on technical initiatives, including performing literature searches, investigating key issues, and contributing to technical activities as required.
• Maintain good relationship with Government and non-Government partners working on Nutrition in the States.
• Represent STEER in States level meetings such as SCFN, working groups, etc.
• Perform other duties and tasks as determined by the Program Manager.
• Comply with the requirements of Save the Children’s child protection policies; comply strictly to security procedures and other staff policies.

Skills And Behaviours (Our Values In Practice)
Accountability:

• Accuracy and timeliness in all areas of responsibility
• High level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations
• Holds self and others accountable

Ambition:

• Creating best-in-class EA function
• Future-orientated, thinks pro-actively

Collaboration:

• Working effectively with stakeholders to achieve common goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• Designing more effective admin systems
• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

Skills & Experience
Essential:

• A degree or equivalent work experience in the field of nutrition, health, or development
• Experience in Contemporary Nutrition  interventions
• Experience working with an international NGO a plus
• Interest in development issues
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in team environment
• Fluency in English and Hausa Language
• Experience working across multiple sub agreements and partners; 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 multi-disciplinary project.

Desirable:

• A degree or equivalent work experience in the field of nutrition, health, or development
• Strong computer skills required, especially the ability to work comfortably in the MS office package
• Ability to work independently and manage various projects in a team setting with limited supervision
• Demonstrated ability to assess priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.