State Youth Leaders at Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN)
The Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) is a non-governmental, non-profit making coalition, made up of organizations with a shared vision to transform Nigeria into a country where every citizen is food and nutrition secured.
About the Role
The Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) invites Expressions of Interest from qualified and passionate young leaders to serve as State Youth Leaders under the Youth Leaders for Nutrition (YL4N) Project.
- The SUN Civil Society Network Youth (SUN-CSN Youth) is the national youth network operating under the Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN), established in line with the SUN 4.0 Strategy to strengthen meaningful youth engagement, leadership, advocacy, and accountability in advancing nutrition outcomes.
- This is a part-time, hybrid leadership opportunity designed for young professionals who are passionate about nutrition, youth development, policy engagement, and community action while maintaining other academic or professional commitments.
Key Responsibilities
Successful applicants will:
Provide leadership and coordination for Youth Advocates within their state.
Lead the planning and implementation of state-level advocacy and engagement activities.
- Coordinate community nutrition dialogues and stakeholder meetings.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with government institutions, civil society organizations, development partners, and community leaders.
- Support the onboarding, mentoring, and supervision of Youth Advocates.
- Ensure timely documentation, monitoring, and reporting of state activities.
- Represent the SUN-CS Youth Network Nigeria in approved state-level engagements.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be between 18 and 30 years old.
Reside in the state for which they are applying.
- Demonstrate leadership experience in youth engagement, advocacy, public health, nutrition, community development, or related sectors.
- Have experience managing projects, teams, volunteer groups, or community-based initiatives.
- Possess strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Be able to commit the required time to effectively deliver the responsibilities of this part-time, hybrid role.
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants with the following will have an added advantage:
Background in Nutrition, Public Health, Agriculture, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related disciplines.
- Previous experience working with CSOs, NGOs, youth networks, or development partners.
- Experience in advocacy, facilitation, project coordination, or policy engagement.
What Successful Applicants Will Gain
Opportunity to lead youth-driven nutrition advocacy within their state.
- Access to leadership development and capacity-building opportunities.
- Exposure to high-level stakeholder engagement and policy processes.
- Networking opportunities with national and international partners.
- Recognition as a State Youth Leader within the SUN Civil Society Youth Network Nigeria.
Equal Opportunity
The SUN Civil Society Youth Network Nigeria is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Young women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Available Positions (Volunteer Part-Time Youth Leadership)
- Lagos State – 1 Position
- Kano State – 1 Position
- Ebonyi State – 1 Position
- Federal Capital Territory (FCT) – 1 Position
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to:
using the position as subject of email.
Interested applicants should:
Upload an updated CV (maximum two pages).
Submit a motivation statement (maximum 500 words) explaining:
- Why you are interested in the role;
- Your leadership and advocacy experience;
- How you intend to strengthen nutrition advocacy in your state.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a virtual interview.
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