Nutrition International Senior Project Officer Jobs 2021 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. Nutrition International Nigeria programme looking for “Senior Project Officer”. Applicants with a master’s degree in management, International development, Public Health, Nutrition, or related field may apply on or before 27th May 2021.
Nutrition International, formerly the Micronutrient Initiative (MI), is an international not for profit agency based in Canada that works to eliminate vitamin and mineral deficiencies in developing countries. Although often only required by the body in very small amounts, vitamin and minerals – also known as micronutrients – support an array of critical biological functions including growth, immune function and eye function, as well as foetal development of the brain, the nervous system, and the skeletal system. Micronutrient deficiency is a form of malnutrition and is a recognized health problem in many developing countries.
Nutrition International Senior Project Officer Jobs 2021
The Nutrition International has published a job vacancy announcement on 14th May. 2021 for qualified Nigeriaese to fill in the vacant post of Senior Project Officer to be based in Abuja, Nigeria.
| Recruiter | Nutrition International |
| Position | Senior Project Officer |
| Location | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Total Vacant Post | 01 |
| Qualification | master’s degree in management, International development, Public Health, Nutrition, or related field |
| Experience Required | Minimum two years |
| Application Deadline | 27th May 2021 @05:00 PM |
Nutrition International Job Vacancy 2021
Job Purpose: Nutrition International’s Program Operations Unit is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of Nutrition International’s core program interventions including program development, design, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting, and grant management, including setting annual operational planning, budgeting and review processes.
About the role :
- Developing costed plans for programming and research activities with expected results (country implementation plans, research questions and/or other planning documents as required) which are informed by, and responsive to, needs and opportunities in the local landscape.
- Providing technical support and guidance to the implementing partner and government staff in the implementation of the project.
- Liaising with the Senior Project MEAL Officer in monitoring progress of activities against annual operating plans to ensure corrective actions are facilitated at project level as required to achieve results and disbursement targets; account for and financial variances, taking action to correct them; prepare draft reports for donors or other stakeholders.
- Convening project progress review meetings with the Government of Nigeria and other stakeholder; advocate for corrective actions by key stakeholders as required; propose and/or negotiate adjustments to project plans and budgets as a result of steering decisions.
Qualification:
- Essential: master’s degree in management, International development, Public Health, Nutrition, or related field.
- Desirable: At least 5 years’ experience in management of programs in public health, including managing finances and human resources. At least 2 to 3 years’ experience in networking with international partners and country government is desirable. Previous experience as a Project Officer or equivalent role in scope and responsibility for an international NGO working in IYCF and home fortification/MNPS. Experience of multi-sectoral working/programs desirable. Effective management and leadership skills, with strong research, communication, interpersonal, consultative and negotiation skills.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply Nutrition International Senior Project Officer Jobs 2021
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Interested Candidates May Apply Online through Using this Link.
The closing date: 27th May 2021 at 5 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.nutritionintl.org |
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