Created in 1979, Action Against Hunger | Action Contre la Faim (ACF) is an international humanitarian organization fighting against hunger in the world. Its mission is to save lives eradicating hunger through the prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition, in particular during and after emergency situations caused by conflicts and natural disasters. Today, Action Against Hunger is a major player in the fight against hunger in the world. Structured ... on an international network, it provides a coordinated response in nearly 50 countries. Its priority is to have effective actions in the fields and testify about vulnerable population. Since the reasons for hunger are many, its response is multi-sectoral based on solid expertise. Action Against Hunger started its work in Nepal from 2005 and has been operational in different parts of the country addressing undernutrition through integrated approach following the Nepal Government’s Multi-Sector Nutrition Plan. Currently operational in 4 districts (Nawalparasi East, Nawalparasi West, Nuwakot and Rasuwa), it is fighting hunger through different interventions viz. Advocacy, Food Security & Resources of Existence, Mental Health & Child Care practices, Nutrition & Health, Research, Risk & Disaster Management and WASH.
View Company ProfileSenior Programme Officer - Nutrition & Health
Job summary
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No. of Vacancy
: 1 -
Job Type
: Contract -
Offered Salary
: Negotiable -
Gender
: Both -
Career Level
: Senior Level -
Experience
: 2 Years -
Apply Before
: 2019-11-08 Closed
Job Description:
Contract Type : Fixed Term Contract
Contract duration : Short term with possibility of extension
Duty Station : Nawalparasi base office
Vacancy Ref: ACFNNHNAWSPO
- Involve in overall preparation and planning of the nutrition and health activities in the district
- Ensure coordination, communication, linkages and social mobilization
- Team management
- Ensure proper logistics, transport and supply chain management
- Involve in recording, documentation and reporting
- Provide supportive supervision and monitoring of programme activities in different clusters
- Support in managing administration and finance activities
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Significant experiences in Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) / Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM) programme and Nutrition in Emergency (NiE)
- Strong computer literacy and expert knowledge of database and spread sheet applications such as excel is essential, statistical and other M&E applications software e.g. ENA, SPSS etc.
- Excellent interpersonal, networking, negotiation and communication skills
- Sound Nepali and English communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work in diverse environment with short deadlines and intense pressure
- Sensitive and responsive to Gender, Age Diversity and Social Inclusion
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
- Innovative problem solver
- Results oriented
- Strong analytical skills
- Training/capacity building skill
- Ability to conduct/organize workshops and meetings independently
- Willing to travel in programme Municipalities
- Two wheelers with driving licence is required
Education + Experience:
Master’s degree in public health, nutrition, development studies, nutrition and dietetics, social science, nursing or relevant discipline with at least two years of experience in nutrition and health specific programme – or - Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline with at least four years of experience in nutrition and health specific programme.
Apply Instruction:
Interested Nepali applicants with suitable skills are requested to submit a motivation letter, updated CV with two referees through email: recruitment@np-actionagainsthunger.org by 7th November 2019 by 5 pm.
The Vacancy Reference (ACFNNHNAWSPO) must be mentioned in the subject otherwise the application will be disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process. Action Contre la Faim Nepal reserves the right to reject any or all applications. Telephonic enquiries will not be entertained.
Action Contre la Faim is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people with disabilities and members from disadvantaged /underrepresented ethnic groups.