Program Officer, Nutrition PINGS

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Senegal – Kaffrine-Kedougou / Kolda

Deadline for submission: June 3rd, 2022

About us

At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference.

Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 600 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.

Know our team

Nutrition International’s Program Operations Unit is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of Nutrition International’s core program interventions including program development, design, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting, and grant management, including setting annual operational planning, budgeting, and review processes. The unit comprises a global team of professionals located in our 10 core countries across Asia, Africa and our headquarters in Ottawa, Canada. Nutrition International is seeking applications for Program Officer, Livelihoods – PINGS Project to be based in Senegal – Kaffrine-Kedougou / Kolda.

About you

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or other related field from a recognized university or an acceptable combination of education and experience.

3 years’ experience working in nutrition,3 years’ experience supporting nutrition project

Experience working with the Microsoft Office

Ability to plan and organize work to meet deadlines, and to accommodate to new situations within the organization (flexibility)

Ability to work under pressure, Strong numerical skills, Excellent interpersonal skills, Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, Attention to detail, Integrity and teamwork

About the role

In this role, you will be

As part of the Zonal Coordination Team, the Program Officer – Nutrition will provide support to the regions in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of gender-responsive nutrition interventions targeting women, adolescent girls, and children under five years of age.

The Program Officer – Nutrition will work closely with health districts and academic inspectorates (Ministry of Education) to design and implement gender-responsive action plans that include essential nutrition and SRH services and improve the delivery and access of these services to women and adolescent girls.

S/he will also ensure environmental considerations are integrated into nutrition interventions to reduce the environmental impacts in targeted communities.

What we offer

A competitive market pay, health and dental benefits and pension plan, flexible work hours, work from home, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.

Selected candidates must have a current legal entitlement to work in Senegal. We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.

For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description. Please click on the Apply button below to submit your application.