Senior Program Officer - Child Survival at Nutrition International (NI)
Nutrition International (NI) formerly Micronutrient Initiative, is a Canadian based International Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the health and nutrition of mothers, children and adolescents.
- At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference.
- Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 400 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.
Key Responsibilities
Project Development:
With the support and guidance of relevant members of the NI technical team, the Program Director, the Country Director, and in collaboration with the other Nigeria Child Survival SPOs:
- Ensure a regularly updated landscape analysis is available on Vitamin A supplementation (VAS) programs in Northern Nigeria states, in particular, Katsina and Jigawa states.
- Develop and plan projects in collaboration with key stakeholders and partners that respond to programming gaps and bottlenecks identified throughout the implementation of the project.
- Develop project budgets and agree on financial commitments with country leadership and ensure appropriate inputs are made and updated in NI’s NICOR system.
- Be alert to opportunities for NI engagement in child survival.
Requirements
Education:
Postgraduate level degree, masters (at a minimum), from a recognized university in nutrition or public health (with emphasis on nutrition).
- Other relevant disciplines will be considered with significant relevant experience.
- Training in epidemiology, data analysis and research methodologies is desirable.
- Post graduate certificate in project management is an added advantage.
Experience:
At least 10 years of experience in programs relating to child survival, health and nutrition, and/or in low- and middle-income countries or low resource settings, including at least 3 years of field experience.
- Experience with gender responsive (nutrition or public health) program design and implementation is an asset.
- Significant experience managing grant funded health and nutrition programs especially in northern Nigeria.
- Relevant experience working with local community actors in Katsina and/or Jigawa States.
- Good understanding of the health systems and local community structures in northwestern Nigeria, and specifically in Katsina and/or Jigawa State is required.
- Experience and sound understanding of Nigerian health systems.
- Proven experience in leading, motivating, and managing cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.
- Past experience working within the national and/or state government health system is an added advantage.
- Relevant experience working in conflict or hard to reach communities is desired.
Language Skills:
- Superior communication skills (verbal and written).
- Fluent written and spoken English essential. Knowledge of Hausa and the local language is an added advantage.
Benefits
- A competitive market pay, health benefits, pension plan, flexible work hours, vacation, support for learning and development opportunities and health and wellness.
- We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Category: Programs
Contract Duration: 2 Years (with potential for renewal)
Deadline:
- 4th September, 2026
How to Apply
Interested applicant can apply via this link
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