The Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) initiative is a 5-year aid programme which operates alongside the PRRINN programme that focuses on strengthening routine immunization in four Northern Nigerian States. The MNCH programme aims to address the unacceptable high rates of maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality in selected Northern Nigerian States. This programme is funded by the Norwegian Government in partnership with the UK

Department for International Development (DFID) and is operated by a consortium of three organizations, namely: Health Partners

International UK, Save the Children, UK and GRID Consulting Nigeria.

The Safety and Logistics Officer (SLO) will be based in each of the programme offices. This officer will report directly to the State Team

Managers in coordinating general programme logistics in the state and to the Chief Safety and Logistics Manager on general state safety, logistics, coordination and management. The SLO will maintain close relationships with security operatives in the State and LGAs; coordinate logistics activities; including travel arrangements, hotel reservations, booking of venues for workshops, airport pick-ups and provide detailed updates on on-going and proposed programme activities in the state as well as weekly and monthly comprehensive security reports to the Chief Safe

Interested candidate(s) must hold a degree in management, logistics or other related disciplines.

A minimum of 5 years‘ experience in a similar role is required for this position.

A good knowledge of the Northern region and ability to communicate fluently in Hausa language is essential for this position. 5/he must have good management, interpersonal and coordination skills. Previous experience in a similar role is mandatory for this position.