Deadline: 1 Feb 2013
World Vision International is seeking for an Emergency Health & Nutrition Manager and invites applications from qualified and deserving candidates for this job/vacancy. The location of this job will be based in Angola. Please note that this position is on contractual basis for a period of 1 year. This position is accompanied-family-Spouse with children.
Purpose of Position
To develop and grow the WVA Health and Nutrition Program with effective management of existing grants, reporting and coordination with government and corporate donors.Provide technical expertise in the area of child nutrition, health sector emergency response, malaria, mother/child health, HIV and AIDS and neglected tropical diseases. Provide representation, attract new funding sources, write program proposals and present to government and corporate donors. Assume responsibility for the emergency health response of the WVA program.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required
- Proven experience of project management in Angola or Southern Africa countries.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in health, nutrition and program management.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Proven experience and track record.
- Knowledge of MS Office, Word, Power Point and Excel. Knowledge of statistical programs (EPInfo) is desirable.
- Willingness to travel as needed to manage the health program in the field.
- Ability to work in and contribute to team building environment and develop the capabilities of Angolan staff.
- Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments and hardship conditions with limited resources.
Preferred
- Fluency in English and Portuguese.
- Masters in public health, nutrition or appropriate health qualification.
- Experience of emergency response in the area of health and nutrition.
How to Apply
- Online
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