Senior Officer for Community-Based Nutrition Program

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Position Title: Senior Officer for Community-Based Nutrition Program
Location: Kabul
Country: Afghanistan
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
CTG (Creative Talent Group) is an organization that supports humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world. Established in 2006, CTG has a mission to provide rapid and cost-effective services for development and humanitarian missions. With a presence in 17 countries across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, CTG has successfully placed over 20,000 staff globally. The organization specializes in recruiting, deploying, and managing personnel with the right skills to implement various humanitarian and development projects, ensuring efficient and agile HR, logistical, and operational services that save time and money for multilateral organizations.

Job Overview:
The position of Senior Officer for Community-Based Nutrition Program is crucial in addressing the high stunting rates in Afghanistan, where 41% of children are affected. The role involves providing technical support and oversight to implementing partners in the rollout of the Community-Based Nutrition Program (CBNP), which aims to improve child nutrition through community mobilization and education. The officer will work closely with the Public Nutrition Directorate (PND) of the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) and various stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of nutrition services across all 34 provinces. This includes coordinating efforts, managing partnerships, and facilitating the integration of nutrition programs with other health initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Officer will be responsible for organizing and leading community-based nutrition technical working groups, managing partnerships with the MoPH and other stakeholders, and participating in various review and coordination meetings. The officer will monitor and supervise community-based nutrition activities, ensuring quality implementation and competency at all levels. Additionally, the role involves conducting assessments and research related to the CBNP, reviewing reports from implementing partners, and ensuring the availability of necessary community nutrition supplies. The officer will also document lessons learned from the program and communicate updates to relevant staff and NGOs. Field visits for monitoring and supervision of training programs will also be part of the responsibilities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of an MD with a diploma in nutrition and at least 5 years of relevant experience in the field of nutrition. Strong analytical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in data management are essential. The ability to work effectively in a team and manage partnerships is also required. Candidates should demonstrate excellent facilitation skills and the capacity to engage with various stakeholders effectively.

Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position includes a medical degree (MD) along with a diploma in nutrition. This combination of qualifications ensures that the candidate has both the medical knowledge and specialized training necessary to address nutrition-related issues effectively.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in the nutrition field, particularly in community-based programs. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with governmental and non-governmental organizations in implementing nutrition interventions and managing partnerships.

Languages:
Fluency in English is essential, along with proficiency in local languages, specifically Pashto and Dari. This linguistic capability is crucial for effective communication with local stakeholders and communities.

Additional Notes:
The position does not involve team management responsibilities. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as data analysis tools such as SPSS and Power BI. The recruitment process is free of charge, and CTG adheres to a strict Code of Conduct, emphasizing zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA). The specific deadline for applications has not been provided.