Nutrition Programme Support

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, reflecting its significant contributions to global humanitarian efforts. The organization values diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of their background or identity. WFP is dedicated to fostering a healthy and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and contribute to the mission of saving and changing lives.

Job Overview:
The Nutrition Programme Support position is designed to provide essential support to nutrition programs and activities aimed at meeting the nutritional needs of affected populations in Sierra Leone. The incumbent will work closely with the Head of Nutrition within the Country Office’s Programme Unit, contributing to the development and management of nutrition projects that align with WFP's broader nutrition policies and guidelines. This role involves project management support for specific nutrition initiatives, ensuring that they are executed in a coordinated manner that complies with WFP standards. The position also requires the development and coordination of data gathering and monitoring systems to maintain high-quality standards, as well as tracking and analyzing data to inform reporting activities. The incumbent will liaise with various stakeholders, including implementing partners, to ensure effective collaboration and timely project delivery. Additionally, the role includes supporting capacity building efforts for WFP staff and partners, advocating for nutrition requirements in emergency preparedness actions, and providing technical guidance to junior field staff. Overall, this position plays a crucial role in enhancing the nutritional landscape in Sierra Leone, particularly in addressing malnutrition and promoting dietary diversity.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The key accountabilities for this position include:

• Contributing to the development of nutrition projects and activities, ensuring alignment with WFP's nutrition policies and guidance.
• Providing project management support for specific nutrition projects, ensuring compliance with WFP standards and procedures.
• Developing and coordinating data gathering and monitoring systems to maintain rigorous quality standards.
• Tracking and analyzing project data to contribute to management and donor reporting.
• Liaising with internal and external partners to monitor ongoing projects and ensure effective collaboration.
• Supporting the identification of potential partners and partnership negotiations.
• Assisting in capacity building for WFP staff, partners, and national government in nutrition preparedness and response.
• Contributing to emergency preparedness actions and acting in an emergency response capacity as needed.
• Ensuring adherence to donor funding agreements and project-specific deliverables. 1
• Providing technical guidance to junior field staff to ensure compliance with corporate standards and donor requirements. 1
• Conducting supportive field visits and technical backstopping missions at least quarterly.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for this position include:

• Advanced University degree in Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition, Food Technology, Medicine, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in public health, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, or nutrition programs.
• Proven experience in identifying and defining nutrition issues within a specific context.
• Knowledge of nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive programming approaches.
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and provide technical supervision to junior staff.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in a relevant field such as Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition, Food Technology, Medicine, or other related disciplines. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of nutrition programs and the health implications of food security.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in public health, food security, or nutrition programs. This experience should include identifying and defining nutrition issues within a specific country or context, demonstrating the ability to analyze and address complex nutritional challenges effectively.

Languages:
Fluency in English (level C) is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
This position is open to Sierra Leone Nationals only, and qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. The role is full-time, and WFP offers a competitive compensation package based on the contract type and the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. The application deadline is set for 10 November 2025 at 23:59 GMT. WFP is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. All employment decisions are made based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications, ensuring an inclusive work environment free from discrimination and harassment.