Nutrition Officer

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund, is a global organization that works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. Established in 1946, UNICEF is dedicated to promoting the rights of every child, which is not just a job but a calling. The organization is committed to building careers and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development, reinforcing a sense of purpose while serving children and communities worldwide. UNICEF fosters a diverse and passionate culture, providing an attractive compensation and benefits package to its employees.

Job Overview:
The Nutrition Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the preparation, planning, and implementation of nutrition programs/projects. This position is integral to enhancing the nutritional status of mothers, infants, and children in Venezuela, contributing to national development efforts. The officer will conduct situation analyses, research development trends, and provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of programming processes. The role requires collaboration with colleagues and partners to address operational issues, monitor program resources, and ensure compliance with organizational standards. The Nutrition Officer will also engage in capacity building initiatives and promote innovative approaches to achieve sustainable program results, ultimately aiming to improve social equity in the country.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support program development and planning by conducting situation analyses and updating program sector information.
• Research and report on development trends to enhance program management and efficiency.
• Contribute to the establishment of sectoral program goals and strategies through analysis of nutrition needs.
• Provide technical and operational support throughout programming processes, ensuring compliance with organizational processes.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partners to address operational issues and provide solutions.
• Monitor and report on the use of program resources, ensuring compliance with approved allocations and standards.
• Conduct regular field visits and surveys to assess program progress and provide technical support.
• Build and sustain partnerships with government counterparts and stakeholders to facilitate program implementation.
• Draft communication materials for advocacy and fundraising efforts. 1
• Identify and share lessons learned for knowledge development and capacity building.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a university degree in fields such as nutrition, public health, nutritional epidemiology, global health, or health sciences. A minimum of two years of professional experience in nutrition, maternal and child health, or public health is required. Additional experience in nutrition program development within a UN agency is considered an asset. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to UNICEF's core values of care, respect, integrity, trust, accountability, and sustainability.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree in nutrition, public health, nutritional epidemiology, global health, or a related health science field. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of nutrition programs and their impact on child health and development.

Experience:
A minimum of two years of professional experience in a developing country is required, specifically in areas related to nutrition, maternal and child health, or public health. Experience in program/project development within a UN system agency is advantageous and will be considered an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, while proficiency in English is required, with fluency being desirable. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian) or a local language is considered an asset, enhancing communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is applicable only for national personnel. UNICEF promotes a diverse workforce and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, or background. The organization offers a wide range of benefits, including paid parental leave and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct incompatible with its objectives, including discrimination and abuse. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks and must adhere to UNICEF's standards and principles. Appointments may be subject to medical clearance and vaccination requirements.