Nutrition Supervisor (TSFP Project)

Scope of work:

The Nutrition Supervisor is responsible for smooth implementation of Nutrition program in the province as well as to analyses the nutrition data collected from the targeted health facilities. Also he/she will strengthen a good relation and coordination with all stake holders such as PHD, UNICEF, WFP, etc.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Have Medical Degree from a recognized university
At least one-year experience in Nutrition program.
Being oriented with BPHS and EPHS program 
Previous experience in Laghman will be an advantage
Good communication skills (written and spoken) of Pashto, Dari & English
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Demonstrated skills in health management
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Good supervisory, leadership, analytical and trouble shooting skills Computer skills at operator level, especially with Ms. Office package
Be an Afghan citizen.

Main Responsibilities:

To asses and evaluate that nutrition health activities are in accordance to plan and regulations,
To improve quality of complementary foods and prevent anemia
Develop action plan for effective monitoring of nutrition status in health facilities.
To apply national treatment guideline and policies of nutrition at health facility level
To ensure the existence of growth m monitoring tools, IMAM (Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition) supervision and Sufficient drug supply of malnutrition.
Ensured activities aimed at public nutrition, including assessment of nutrition status in the province
Ensured preventive activities of malnutrition are based on the BPHS and MOPH guidelines
Endured screening and monitoring of under-5 children and PLW (Pregnant and Lactating Women) at health facility level
To ensure the existence of IEC (Information Education Communication) material for awareness of community
Promote good coordination with other SCA units in the office.
Monitor implementation of the program in the field.
Any other task assigned by the line manager

Application Procedures:

Interested qualified candidates should submit a full CV (maximum four pages) with a cover letter explaining their motivation in applying for the job and highlighting their relevant skills and experience;
To apply online please send your application / CV to vacancies.mlo@sca.org.af
Candidates may also submit applications by letter (hard copy) directly to the SCA HRM Unit in either Kabul, Ghazni, Kunduz, Wardak, Taloqan, Mazar-e-Sharif, Laghman or Jalalabad;
Academic certificates or references need not to be submitted at this time. These will be requested if called for interview.
Application without proper job number/post title and after closing date will not be accepted.
Only short-listed candidates will be invited for written test and interview.

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