Recent Vacancies at Save the Children, 17th July, 2019

Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Each year, we and our partners reach millions of children in communities around the world. Join our dedicated and diverse staff in their work to improve the well-being of children everywhere. We are recruiting to fill the position below:       Job Title: Driver Job ref.: 19000261 Location: Ogoja, Cross River Employee Status: Fixed Term Role Purpose

• The driver is responsible for the safe driving of Save the Children International vehicle, staff and Assets
• The Driver will ensure cleaning, proper maintenance of vehicles in compliance with the Driver’s handbook and safe driving standards, ensuring the vehicle is fuelled in time for trips and the proper management of the fuel supply for that vehicle
• The driver should do so in accordance with SCI policies and procedures.

• Maintain the vehicle log and fuel consumption documentation
• Keep the Vehicle Documents Folder up-to-date:
• Support the Head Driver with the Vehicle Usage report, including trip use, mileage and fuel consumption.
• Maintain a valid driver license, registration and valid permits all the time

• Ensure that all vehicle journeys are authorized in advance by Line Managers.
• Ensure that all vehicle journeys are to be recorded in the log book at the start and completion of the journey
• Ensure that the keys and vehicle documents are kept in a secure place when the vehicle is not in use.
• Ensure that s/he wears the vehicle safety belt and all passengers also wear seat belts before driving the vehicle.

• Ensure that the line manager is immediately informed of any accidents, the Accident report is filled immediately and the accident reported to the police as soon as possible.
• Ensures the safety of passengers at all times
• Safe transport of all staff, equipment, and materials
• Save the Children International has a no passenger policy – this relates to all non-agency personnel and is for reasons of safety, the continuance and equity of the programme.
• Save the Children International may give lifts to agency and Governmental staff on occasion for the benefit of the programme – see passenger policy for details.
• SCI reserves the right to refuse entry to a vehicle any staff member without identification documents or who cannot be identified by SCI staff.
• In the event of a medical emergency lifts may be given on prior approval of the programme manager – see passenger policy for details.

• Check the vehicle prior to its use in the morning and after use
• Check the vehicle before departing from work.
• Check, on taking over a vehicle, that the items listed on the Vehicle Check List and the items listed in the Vehicle Tools and Materials Inventory are present and in full functioning order.

• A driver is to check for vehicle defects and damage to the vehicle and ensure that he reports them to his line manager. After consulting a mechanic, the line manager will make the decision as to whether the vehicle should be taken off the road for repair.
• Report and supervise all maintenance and repair needs of assign vehicle.

• The driver is responsible for ensuring that his vehicle is kept clean on the outside and inside at all times. The driver is also to keep the vehicle tidy and ensure that all rubbish is removed from the vehicle after a journey.
• The driver is to ensure SCI visibility protocols are adhered to at all times.

• Follow and abide by the traffic rules, SCI regulations, driver safety manual and any other instructions given by the Line Manager
• Maintain all vehicle’s safety equipment, as per vehicle safety kit, in liaison with the logistics officer – including first aid kit, communication equipment, tow rope and fire extinguisher
• Work after duty hours or holidays as and when required and with prior notice from line manager
• Perform any other relevant and appropriate requested by the Line Manager

• Ability to multi-task and work calmly under pressure is essential for this position.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in insecure environments is critical.
• Some practical experience of user vehicle maintenance.
• Must know the road terrain in Cross River and Benue
• A full and clean Driving License
• Should have minimum 3 years experience of professional driving.
• Prior experience as a driver in an international NGO, UN agency or private company

• A reliable, polite and professional attitude to ensure SCI is perceived as such.
• Working knowledge of the Save the Children Emergency Manual, Sphere, and Convention on the Rights of the Child.
• Strong oral and written English language communication skills required.
• The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult and frustrating working circumstances is required.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work
• An ability to work with minimum supervision
• A systematic approach to work
• Must be computer literate
• A people orientated person who enjoys working in a team
• A keen interest in self development

• Save the Children International is inviting applications for an anticipated project. Selected applicants will be given a provisional offer letter and confirmed once the project is awarded.

• Support the implementation of high quality nutrition project in the State, ensuring national protocols and agreed strategies are followed.

• Reports to: Project Director (Matrix to Senior Nutrition Advisor)
• Staff directly reporting to this post: TBC

• Supported by the CO Nutrition team, provide technical guidance for the implementation of nutrition interventions on the project, ensuring interventions meet internationally recognised and Save the Children’s quality standards as well as National guidelines and protocols.
• Lead on the training of project and government staff on nutrition or other related topics.
• Work closely with LGA and State Government to efficiently meet deliverables.
• Support the PD to ensure the project meets or exceeds agreed targets by working with the MEAL team and PD to analyse project data and ensure its use for decision making.
• Effectively manage all key risks related to the programme especially in relations to the performance pay clause.
• Support the production of timely high quality reports and documentation both to meet donor and internal demands.
• Create and maintain good relationship with key players in the nutrition sector, State and LGA levels (Government, development agencies, other organizations and research institutes) and represent Save the Children’s nutrition work as necessary.
• Support recruitment of technical staff, as necessary.
• Participate in National and State level technical meetings related to nutrition programmes, as necessary.
• Contribute to the development and review of nutrition related documents at both state and national levels (guidelines, policies, etc.) providing technical inputs in line with Save the Children position paper, policies and evidence based programme expertise.
• Collaborate with the CO technical team to ensure cross learning among projects.
• Monitor that accountability mechanisms for adults and children are planned for and correctly implemented.
• Observe principles of child rights programming inform in all activities related to nutrition programming including design, analysis, implementation and M& E with a particular focus on gender and diversity, children’s participation.
• Ensure programme implementation demonstrates high levels of commitment to Save the Children and our vision, mission and values in order to ensure the objectives of your role and the country programme are met.
• Ensure the effective and efficient use of all Save the Children resources and ensure safety in the workplace.
• Comply with the requirements of Save the Children’s Policies (including Chid Safeguarding and Fraud) to ensure maximum protection for children.
• Provide information and other communication materials for effective support of other departments by meeting service requirements.

• Master's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Nutrition, Medicine, Sociology, MBA)
• Demonstrated working experience in development projects.
• At least 5 years experience on Nutrition programming.
• Familiarity with analytical tools and ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical approaches for operational work.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) in English. Knowledge of other Nigerian languages will be an asset.
• Demonstrated experience of working with national and/or State level government structures to strengthen the capacities.
• Self-motivated and results orientated.
• Highly numerically articulate with a track record of data manipulation and use of spreadsheets and reporting systems.
• Proven ability to motivate and develop others
• Highly diplomatic and emotionally intelligent
• Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy-in
• Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles

• Experience managing projects with a focus on behaviour change and procurement and supplies would be an asset.
• Experience on donor funded projects.

• Accuracy and timeliness in all areas of responsibility
• High level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations
• Holds self and others accountable

• Creating best-in-class EA function
• Future-orientated, thinks pro-actively

• working effectively with stakeholders to achieve common goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

• Designing more effective admin and value for money systems
• Willing to take disciplined risks

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.