Job at UNICEF Nigeria: Immunization Officer (Health & Nutrition)

UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. We have the global authority to influence decision-makers, and the variety of partners at grassroots level to turn the most innovative ideas into reality.

UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of an Immunization Officer in D-Field Office, Bauchi.

The candidate will provide support to government and NGO focal points for Health and Nutrition programme, in the implementation of Primary Health Care projects that would result in reduction of maternal and under-five mortality in line with the Millennium Development Goals (MDG)

Minimum Qualification & Job Requirements:

• University degree or equivalent in Health, Nutrition, Medicine or a related technical field. Advanced university degree in Public Health will be an advantage.
• Minimum of two years progressive professional level experience in programme design, administration, monitoring, implementation and evaluation in the required field of work.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station and knowledge of one other UN language is an asset.
• Analytical and conceptual ability and negotiation and networking skills.
• Communication, report writing and advocacy skills
• Planning, monitoring and ability to organize work and projects.
• Ability to make timely and. quality judgments and decisions.
• Commitment to continuous learning for professional development.
• Ability to work harmoniously in an international and multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
• Computer skills in various office applications including health data software.
• Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements for any of these positions, please apply, including your Curriculum Vitae and a completed UN Personal History Form (P.11), which can be downloaded from www.unicef.org, stating telephone number, email address and detailed contact address; and quoting the vacancy number to:

The Human Resources Manager,
UNICEF, UN House,
Plot 617/618, Central Business Area,
Garki, Abuja

Note: In addition to your CV/P.II, include a one-page summary statement that describes how your experience and qualification relates to the outline above.

Deadline is 25th November 2008.

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