Child Survival Advisor Save the Children
South Africa - Pretoria
Job Purpose
To lead the implementation of the programme health strategy for the country programme, and to provide technical expertise with particular reference to HIV/AIDS and other health issues affecting children under the age of 5 years.
Key accountabilities
• Establish and lead the implementation of the country health strategy, consistent with annual and strategic plans
• Serve as the principal technical expert for all matters related to health issues of children under five, particularly regarding HIV/AIDS
• Advocate for policy and practice that will support the effective implementation of the country health strategy at local, provincial and national level
• Provide technical input into the development of relevant concept notes, funding proposals (including budgets) and donor reports.
• Represent the organisation at local, regional and global and external health workshops and forums.
Person specification
• At least a Masters degree in a relevant discipline (MPH or similar)
• 10 years of professional experience of which at least 6 should be in a similar position which dealt extensively with HIV/AIDS, nutrition and general health in a child survival context, specifically for the under 5 population.
• Extensive experience in community-based operation and practice of health systems
• A thorough knowledge of the South African governmental health system at national, provincial and local levels is a prerequisite as well as ability to liaise and coordinate with government, local NGOs and communities
• Extensive experience in advocacy and contribution to policy development and implementation both internal and external to the organisation.
Job Purpose
To lead the implementation of the programme health strategy for the country programme, and to provide technical expertise with particular reference to HIV/AIDS and other health issues affecting children under the age of 5 years.
Key accountabilities
• Establish and lead the implementation of the country health strategy, consistent with annual and strategic plans
• Serve as the principal technical expert for all matters related to health issues of children under five, particularly regarding HIV/AIDS
• Advocate for policy and practice that will support the effective implementation of the country health strategy at local, provincial and national level
• Provide technical input into the development of relevant concept notes, funding proposals (including budgets) and donor reports.
• Represent the organisation at local, regional and global and external health workshops and forums.
Person specification
• At least a Masters degree in a relevant discipline (MPH or similar)
• 10 years of professional experience of which at least 6 should be in a similar position which dealt extensively with HIV/AIDS, nutrition and general health in a child survival context, specifically for the under 5 population.
• Extensive experience in community-based operation and practice of health systems
• A thorough knowledge of the South African governmental health system at national, provincial and local levels is a prerequisite as well as ability to liaise and coordinate with government, local NGOs and communities
• Extensive experience in advocacy and contribution to policy development and implementation both internal and external to the organisation.
How to apply
To apply, send a motivation letter detailing your experience in each of the key accountabilities above and a comprehensive CV to dhopwood@savethechildren.org.za
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