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Closes*> April 24, 2021
Save the Children
The Opportunity
Save the Children is inviting applications from suitably qualified person to
fill the position of Health & Nutrition Technical Specialist and the position
is based in Lilongwe (This position is subject to funding). The Health and
Nutrition Technical Specialist will work to contribute and improve the overall
Health & Nutrition strategy of the Country Office especially taking lead in
delivery of nutrition programming. Technical Specialist takes responsibility
for the strategic direction and coordination of Save the Children’s work on
health and nutrition in the Malawi Country Office including ensuring
programming attracts significant donor funding and contributes to Save the
Children’s strategic objectives, national/global learning and advocacy
especially in nutrition.
As a senior member of the programme development and quality (PDQ) team, the
H&N TS is responsible for leading and overseeing the development and delivery
of high quality, innovative, cost effective programmes in Nutrition in both
emergency as well as long-term development, resulting in immediate and lasting
change for children. The H&N TS is expected to provide technical advice and
support to project staff to ensure programming objectives are successfully
achieved. They are also responsible for initiating and taking technical
leadership in H&N (specifically nutrition) focused studies, documentation and
dissemination of innovation and good practices; leading on policy research and
advocacy through networking and collaboration with relevant civil society
organisations and other institutions, and; playing a leading role in
establishing, maintaining and expanding donor relations for the nutrition
sector.
She/ He will work under the direct line management of the Senior Technical
Advisor Health and Nutrition in the Programme Development and Quality section-
PDQ and is also expected to work closely/coordinate with Nutrition and/or
Health Technical Advisors (Backstop) HQ on technical matters/inputs.
In order to be successful you will bring/have
> Holds a Master’s Degree in nutrition, public health, international development or equivalent and relevant field in nutrition with at least five years of relevant experience preferably in primary health care service delivery in the context of emergencies and development.
> Strong analytical and conceptual skills and the ability to think and plan strategically
> Strong skills and experience in all aspects of programme development, including programme/project monitoring, review & evaluation.
> Substantial experience of developing working relations with government, UN agencies INGO partners community stakeholders and beneficiaries
> Fluency in written and spoken English and substantial experience in preparing projects proposals and reports to donors.
> Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and commitment to capacity building of staff with proven skills as a trainer/facilitator and mentor.
> Demonstrate skills in resource and staff management/development and the implementation of appropriate policies, procedures, and systems
> Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.
> Ability to be self-sufficient and resourceful.
> Ability and willingness to travel to projects and stay in basic conditions.
> Computer skills e.g. Word, Power Point and Excel.
> Significant professional experience of developing and managing high quality, innovative and cost-effective technical Health and Nutrition projects preferably in the Malawian context and with International NGOs;
> Demonstrated experience working with and providing technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and other Government Ministries at national and subnational levels with an intimate understanding of the Malawi Health System and nutrition landscape.
> Knowledge of current global, regional and country level health and/or nutrition discourses around maternal, newborn, child, adolescent health and emergency issues;
> Demonstrated skills in resource and staff management and capacity development;
> Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching;
> Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind sets;
> Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies;
> Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.
The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground
in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need
better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and
advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure
their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by
2030
> No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
> All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
> Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees
play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value
our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a
collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and
integrity are highly valued.
Application Information
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and
include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy
of the full role profile can be found at [ www.savethechildren.net/
](http//www.savethechildren.net/) careers
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes
rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of
children from abuse.
All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our
global anti-harassment policy.
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Date advertised 12 Apr 2021
Closing date 24 Apr 2021 – 2359 CAT
Location Lilongwe, Malawi
Department Programme Operations
Type Fixed-term contract
Schedule Full-time
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