Knowledge Management & Learning Advisor at Save the Children Nigeria

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Abuja FCT

Posted 2 years ago

Save the Children Programme is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Knowledge Management & Learning Advisor

Job Identification: 2303
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Team: Program Development & Quality/Monitoring Evaluation Accountability & Learning
Grade: 2
Post Type: National
Contract Length: Fixed Term
Job Category: Programme, Development and Quality
Job Schedule: Full time

About Save the Children: Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries. We save children’s lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Save the Children is working in Nigeria because one in five children in Nigeria dies before their fifth birthday. About 40% of children miss out on school and have to work to survive while nearly 2 million children have lost one or both parents to an AIDS-related disease.

Job Requirements

Requires a professional level of specialized knowledge, technical/functional skills and attention to detail to manage complex tasks, programs or projects.
At least 7 years of overall relevant professional experience, including in knowledge management & Learning.
Experience in developing/managing knowledge management systems/programmes.
Advanced experience with creating knowledge repositories on SharePoint and OneNet.
Ability to use computer systems and effectively organize information and knowledge products on internal repositories and external websites.
Familiarity with the state of the art in communication technology, including the application of Workplace to accommodate business related needs.
Demonstrated proficiency in the development and management of data bases and/or document catalogues.
Experience establishing, supporting and/ or leading communities of practice, particularly via online platforms.
Experience working in at least one of the five SCI global thematic areas preferred (Child Protection, Child Poverty, Child Rights Governance, Education, Health & Nutrition).
Excellent listening, communication, and networking skills; proven experience and effectiveness working across functional teams and in a matrixed structure; and an ability to work with diverse populations.
A track record of national and international working experience with increasing responsibilities in the development space.
Experience in leading/managing knowledge product development and dissemination. Substantial understanding of knowledge management theory, practice, and tools.
Exposure and experience in multiple international development programmes preferred.
Self- motivated and able to work with high degree of autonomy.
Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, adaptability, and ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
Ability to travel extensively to all Save the Children Nigeria locations.