Nutritionist

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of eradicating hunger and improving nutrition. WFP is recognized for its efforts in providing food assistance and is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, highlighting its significant contributions to global humanitarian efforts. The organization values diversity and inclusion, ensuring that its workforce reflects the communities it serves, and promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background.

Job Overview:
The Nutritionist position at WFP is crucial for supporting and managing nutrition programs that address the nutritional needs of beneficiaries in Niger. The role involves providing technical advice and guidance on nutrition strategies, design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design, and implementation. The Nutritionist will work closely with various stakeholders, including government bodies, to strengthen national nutrition initiatives and develop policies that align with international standards. This position requires a proactive approach to ensure effective delivery of nutrition programming, particularly in emergency and non-emergency settings. The Nutritionist will also be responsible for preparing reports, conducting assessments, and representing WFP in technical discussions at various levels, thereby contributing to the overall mission of improving nutrition and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Nutritionist will have a range of responsibilities, including:

• Providing technical advice to Regional Bureaus (RBs) or Country Offices (COs) on nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive program and policy issues.
• Supporting the development of national government policies related to nutrition and contributing to the creation of action plans, protocols, and guidelines.
• Collaborating with procurement, logistics, finance, and other program units to ensure effective design and delivery of nutrition programming.
• Facilitating operational partnerships and inter-agency collaboration to enhance the multi-sectoral response to nutrition challenges.
• Preparing accurate and timely reports that contribute to the knowledge base for decision-making.
• Conducting and communicating nutrition situation assessments to stakeholders.
• Representing WFP at various meetings to advocate for nutrition interventions and explore collaboration opportunities.
• Building the capacity of WFP staff, partners, and national governments to address nutrition issues.
• Supporting monitoring and evaluation efforts, providing analysis" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">technical analysis, and guiding junior staff in complex queries. 1
• Contributing to emergency preparedness actions and acting in an emergency response capacity as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition, Food Technology, Medicine, or a related field. Additionally, fluency in both French and English is required, with a proficiency level of C. The role demands at least five years of postgraduate professional experience or seven years of experience post-Bachelor's degree. Candidates should have a strong background in developing nutrition policies, conducting nutritional assessments, and implementing nutrition programs, particularly in food security or health contexts. Experience in both emergency and development settings is highly desirable, as is experience working with governments and in multiple countries.

Educational Background:
The educational requirements for this position include an advanced university degree in relevant fields such as Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition, Food Technology, or Medicine. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of nutrition programming and policy development, as well as for effectively addressing the nutritional needs of diverse populations.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of postgraduate professional experience in nutrition-related fields, or seven years of experience if the candidate holds only a Bachelor's degree. This experience should include working with governments on nutrition policy development and program implementation, conducting nutritional assessments, and analyzing data to inform program recommendations. Candidates with experience in both emergency and development contexts, as well as those who have worked in multiple countries, will be given preference.

Languages:
Fluency in both French and English is mandatory for this position, with a proficiency level of C in both languages. This bilingual requirement is crucial for effective communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, partners, and beneficiaries. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is fixed-term for a duration of 12 months. The role is based in Niamey, Niger, and is classified at the NOC grade level. WFP offers a competitive compensation package and emphasizes the importance of a diverse and inclusive work environment. The organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Candidates are encouraged to submit a complete application, including a professional CV and cover letter, and to ensure that their profiles are accurate and up-to-date.