Nutrition Program Manager

Job description

This is a higher management level post, directly supporting the mission’s Nutrition Coordinator in implementation of nutrition programs in all areas the mission serves (primarily Northern Nigeria at this time) according to medical and nutrition protocols. Supports the overall management and monitoring of the nutrition program and reporting requirements. Assists in capacity building and training for staff on CMAM. Provides support and technical guidance for field teams. At least bachelor’s level degree (Master’spreferred) in program management, health and nutrition, or related field. Strong programme managementbackground with 2 plus years of managing health/ nutrition related programs. Strong analytical, strategicthinking, planning, financial/resources and personnel management Ability to set priorities, createand monitor work plans, evaluate program progress. Strong computer skills, highlyeffective verbal and written communication skills in both English and Hausa. Ability to work effectively withhigh-level government partners and other stakeholders able to build capacity inothers and share experiences. Action Against Hunger (ACF) is part of the ACF-international Network which 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. ACF Nigeria is looking for suitable candidates for the following: