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Senior Nutrition Officer

Islamic Relief Worldwide

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Health Care

Public Health

Dekasuftu

5 years

1 Position

2025-05-07

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2025-05-15

Required Skills

identify nutritional properties of food

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Fields of study

Nursing Science

Public Health

Applied Human Nutrition

Full Time

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Job Description

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IR/INT/EXT/VN/011.25

April 30, 2025

Post Title:  Senior Nutrition Officer 

Report to:  Area/Project Coordinator    

Duty Station:  Somali Regional State, Dekasuftu 

Salary:  As per the organization’s scale

Required:   One

Duration: 10 months 

Introduction

Islamic Relief is an international relief and development charity founded in 1984 with its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. As well as responding to disasters and emergencies, Islamic Relief promotes sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities - regardless of race, religion or gender. The office officially started operation in Ethiopia in 2004. Islamic Relief Ethiopia (IRE) is operational in the Somali Regional State with a base office in Jigjiga, Hargelle, Elkere, Bare, GG and Dekasuftu, Afar Regional State; Ewa, Awra and Gulina; Oromia regional State, West Harergeye, Chiro and Meayso Woredas, Borena zone, Yabello, Dubluk, Dire and Elewaye woredas and an additional operational office in Addis Ababa. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.islamic-relief.org/work-with-us

Job Summary 

The Senior Nutrition Officer undertakes Nutrition component of the project towards quality implementation to  improve  assess of nutrition services by maternal and children, strengthening nutrition service delivery sites, re-instating/establishing Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Coordination/linkages, planning and facilitation of training workshops, coaching and mentoring, and influence and facilitate change through high level interpersonal and communication skills. Senior Nutrition Officer will also lead the planning, implementation and coordination CMAM and IYCF Responses. It is envisioned that this will first be achieved through a hands-on approach that will require outstanding skills in planning and facilitation of training workshops, coaching and mentoring, and an ability to influence and facilitate change through high level interpersonal and communication skills.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Participates in the projects detailed implementation plans (DIP), at the start-up and reviews, to ensure nutrition responsive project planning

  • Lead the planning, implementation and coordination key nutrition messaging for pregnant and lactating women (PLW) and to equitably reach a critical mass PLWs.

  • Lead and coordinate the CMAM + IYCF capacity building supports for the staff on Nutrition components of the project.

  • Participate in the development and facilitation of CMAM + IYCF training for partner and staff development on nutrition specific initiatives.

  • Counseling and sensitization activities on malnutrition prevention

  •  Ensure the compilation of attendance lists and project documentation when required. 

  •  Support monitoring activities by providing the supervisor with data and updated information from the field.

  • Works with the relevant government structures to facilitate nutrition-related activities and monitoring in the operational areas

  • Field visits and provision of nutritional and technical support to project beneficiaries.

  • Documents and shares lessons/results of nutrition work and strategies within CMAM + IYCF Response  

  • Enhance the awareness and knowledge of traditional leaders/influential on women empowerment.

  • Support development facilitators to promote Basic nutrition education. 

  • Perform other duties assigned by the Field supervisor 

Job Requirements

Personal Specification 

Formal Education/Qualification and Work Experience 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing or similar fields

  • Minimum 5 years field level NGO experience in development and humanitarian settings, including significant experience in managing CMAM and IYCF programs and other nutrition project.

Skills and Competences

  • Substantial experience of community-based nutrition projects and familiarity with the area is desirable

  • Ability to plan, implement and organize work independently with appropriate follow-through while paying close attention to detail and show initiative in completing tasks and projects in a timely manner

  • Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce project reports

  • Demonstrated ability for leadership and independent decision making 

  • Strong interpersonal skills & excellent team player.

  • Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali language (Mandatory)

  • Previous NGO experience in related position.

  • Computer skills (Excel, Word, power point Office Package)

  • Firm belief in teamwork, participatory approach and sustainable development.

  • Committed to work with rural poor and willing to work under pressure

  • Experience in working in a team environment and in training delivery in nutrition projects

Additional Responsibilities 

  • This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other related tasks as required and communicate progress and achievement of the specific assigned task 

  • Conduct all duties in a professional manner following Islamic Relief staff regulations 

  • Handle multiple tasks on an on-going basis, and adapt to a shift or change in priorities, including the ability to work a flexible work schedule as needed to meet deliverable deadlines

  • Draft agendas and record minutes of staff meetings and answer office correspondence

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunity

Islamic Relief and Islamic Relief staff considers the welfare and protection of children, young people and people at risk to be paramount to the organization. And must adhere to the principle of ‘do no harm and leave no one behind.’ It is critical we do not expose communities or staff we work with to the risk of harm through our interventions.  Islamic Relief have a number of related policies which also describe standards in behavior expected from the organization, its staff and representatives towards each other and those we serve. Islamic Relief is committed to responding swiftly, appropriately and constructively to any and all information children, young people and people at risk have disclosed.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. We participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme and will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and child abuse during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment before signing the contract agreement.

Islamic Relief believes everyone has the right to be safe, respected and valued regardless of who they are or their circumstances, and an equal employment opportunity to all candidates and qualified applicants, we do not discriminate on the base of age, sex, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability status and diversity. 

Islamic Relief has a zero tolerance towards all forms of violence, sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

IRE highly encourage female applicants to apply for this position. Our organization is committed to promoting gender equality and diversity in the workplace. IRE believe in creating an inclusive working environment where all individuals, regardless of their gender, have equal opportunities for professional growth and development.

IRE value the contributions and unique perspectives that women and persons with disability bring to our organization and are committed to providing a supportive, working environment. IRE believe that by promoting gender equality, we can enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of our programs.

If you are a qualified female candidate with a passion to join our team, we encourage you to submit your application. IRE look forward to considering your candidacy and working together to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

How to Apply

Application Procedures

  • Interested candidates are required to submit a complete Job application form stated with the duty station that you are applying for with all required supporting documents (updated CV, copy of credentials and testimonials) through  eth.recruitment2@islamic-relief.org.et.

  • You can access the Job Application Form with THIS LINK. Failure to follow the instructions will invalidate your application.

  • The closing date for the application is May 14, 2025.

  • Due to the high volume of application, we regret that we will be able to contact only the shortlisted candidates.

Disclaimers:

  • Islamic relief does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process, including the application, interview, offer and contract stages.

  • Please be advised that Islamic Relief will verify the authenticity and accuracy of all educational documents. Any misrepresentation or falsification of documents will result in automatic disqualification of the application and may lead to legal action, if applicable.

Fields Of Study

Nursing Science

Public Health

Applied Human Nutrition

Skills Required

identify nutritional properties of food

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