Technical Officer - Nutrition
Juba
- Organization: WHO - World Health Organization
- Location: Juba
- Grade: Mid level - P-3, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
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Occupational Groups:
- Nutrition
- AF_SSD South Sudan
- Closing Date: Closed
In the context of the Health Emergencies Incident Management System (IMS), at the country level, the incumbent will provide technical expertise to the team members, national authorities, related health and non-health partners in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of nutrition programmes and activities throughout the full cycle of the incident, in line with WHOâs related policies and strategies.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
During deployment, the duty station may change, and duties may be modified, based upon the technical needs of the Programme.
1. Advise on the planning, formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of nutrition programmes and activities, in compliance with WHO's overall strategy, and guidelines.
2. Support strengthening nutrition surveillance, identify the constraints and gaps and provide technical solutions to improve the system.
3. Develop response strategies and action plans based on the nutrition situation in the affected areas, in collaboration with partners.
4. Provide technical support to monitor the implementation of specific activities related to nutrition to improve data collection and reporting at all levels.
5. Strengthen the coordination of the prevention and control of malnutrition, including enhanced support to government systems, and referral systems.
6. Support the development of a strategic plan to strengthen the capacity building of health professionals involved in the management of malnutrition, where appropriate.
7. Ensure the nutrition programme pursues equitable access to emergency assistance particularly for affected and vulnerable populations, with a view to integrating gender equality and equity across all aspects of the incident nutrition programme, including supplementation and food fortification with essential micronutrients, IYCF, treatment cases of severe acute malnutrition, and other community nutrition programmes.
8. Represent WHO in the interagency Nutrition Cluster and contribute to the development and implementation of interagency SMART surveys and other nutrition assessment tools.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential\: First University Degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas\: Public Health & Nutrition, International Health & Nutrition, Nutritional Epidemiology, Nutrition policy or development studies, Health & Nutrition Education, Nutrition Promotion and Disease Prevention, or other closely related field of study to nutritional issues.
Desirable\: Advanced University degree (Masterâs level or above) in any of above disciplines. Post graduate studies or specialized training in emergency management, international aid or humanitarian principles.
Experience
Essential\: At least five years of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in development and management of nutrition programmes. Related working experience in outbreaks and/or health emergency operations in the area of nutrition. Experience in developing and promoting collaborative actions with national authorities.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of international public health with focus on nutrition.
Independent judgment; the ability to anticipate new trends in the field of nutrition, and take actions accordingly.
WHO Competencies
1. Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond
2. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
3. Ensuring the effective use of resources
4. Teamwork.
WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 59,151 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
· A written test may be used as a form of screening.
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