Nutrition Manager at the International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nutrition Manager

Requisition ID: req41338
Location: Zamfara, Nigeria
Sector: Health
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics or Nursing or Medical Doctor with strong Nutrition Background from a recognized University.(Masters in Public Health (MPH)/Nutrition preferred)
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in nutrition, public health, nutrition planning and management and/or in relevant areas of maternal, infant and child nutrition care at program management level is required.
• Knowledge in computer statistical packages such as SMART and basic data analysis skills.
• Experience in designing and implementing nutrition surveys and other methodologies.
• MUST be registered by Nigeria  Nutritionist and Dietitians Institute or other relevant Bodies, such as SQUEAC, SLEAC surveys techniques.
• Experience in managing a nutrition program in emergencies or among refugee/ displaced populations is an added advantage
• Excellent management skills
• Ability to write clear and concise reports and proposals and to meet required reporting deadlines.
• Able to work independently while being a strong team player.
• Experience supervising health staff in a complex setting; ability to support and build staff capacity.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to live and work under pressure in an unstable security environment.
• Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Power-point, Epi-Info/SPSS, Outlook and the internet.
• Fluency in English. Skill in local  languages an advantage.

Working Environment:

• The position will be based in Zamfara State, Nigeria. The situation in northwest Nigeria continues to be volatile and the security phase is orange or red depending on location.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.