Associate Manager, Food Security and Nutrition at eHealth Systems Africa

Purpose of Position

• The Associate Manager, Food Security and Nutrition, under the leadership of the Program Manager, will support strengthening of the eHA food security and nutrition program area. S/He will work in close collaboration with project and other cross-functional teams within eHA to design, develop, implement, and oversee strategies and programs aimed at addressing food security issues and promoting improved nutrition across target populations at national and sub-national levels. This role requires a deep understanding of food systems, nutrition science, and public health principles, as well as strong leadership and project management skills.

What you'll do

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:
• Provides eHealth Africa Senior Management and Program Management Team with strategic guidance on food security and nutrition.
• Develop and implement comprehensive food security and nutrition strategies in alignment with organizational strategic goals and objectives.
• Conduct assessments and research to identify food security gaps and nutrition needs within the community/population served.
• Design and manage programs and initiatives to improve access to integrated nutrition services , reduce food insecurity, and promote healthy eating behaviors.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to leverage resources and support for food security and nutrition program initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of food security and nutrition interventions, collecting and analyzing data to inform decision-making and program improvement.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, research, and best practices in food security, nutrition, and public health, and integrate relevant findings into programmatic efforts.
• Represent the organization in relevant forums, conferences, and partnerships related to food security and nutrition advocacy and policy development.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other communications to share program outcomes, achievements, and lessons learned with internal and external stakeholders.
• Active participation in relevant national and regional technical working groups and other stakeholder meetings
• May frequently travel between organization work-sites. Some international travel may be required.
• Adheres to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct, applicable policies & procedures, as well as ethical standards of the field.

Who you are

• A Master’s degree in nutrition, public health, agriculture, food systems, or a related field. Relevant professional certification would be an added advantage
• Minimum of 7 years relevant experience, at least 3 years in a managerial role; NGO experience is required
• Strong knowledge of nutrition programming, food systems, and public health principles, particularly as they relate to addressing malnutrition, food insecurity and promoting healthy eating behaviors.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven experience in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation, with a track record of achieving measurable outcomes and impact.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with experience using relevant software and tools.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with a passion for addressing social determinants of health and advancing health equity.
• Excellent analytical (qualitative and quantitative) skills and communication (written and verbal) skills, including the ability to prepare and present compelling presentations and program planning and memo documents
• Strong organizational, analytical, reasoning, and research skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills with creative thinking capabilities
• Ability to work independently on complex projects and proactively manage projects with minimal supervision
• High level of confidentiality and knowledge of research ethics
• Strong leadership skills, including good problem-solving skills and the ability to inspire confidence in teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communications with a strong aptitude for succinctly presenting thoughts and ideas to senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Action-oriented and resilient in a fast-paced environment.