Nutrition and Health Head of Department (Maternity Cover) at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under the supervision of the Deputy Country director, the position's primary responsibilities involve:
• Developing and coordinating strategies for nutrition and health initiatives,
• Encompassing long-term strategic planning and humanitarian operations.
• Collecting and analyzing data, producing reports, reviewing proposals, conducting assessments, initiating research projects, managing budgets,
• Fostering an integrated approach, and collaborating with various stakeholders.
• Overseeing the nutrition and health team, supporting their development, and managing program managers.
• Establishing partnerships with governmental and local agencies, negotiating agreements, and contributing to national strategies against malnutrition
• Representing the organization in health and nutrition matters, maintaining relations with donors, participating in networks and clusters, and disseminating information on AAH's programs in these fields.

REQUESTED PROFILE

• You hold a master degres preferably in human nutrition or medical sciences
• You have a minimum of 5 to 7 years of previous experience working with NGOs specifically in nutrition and/or health
• You Have an experience with external representation and knowledge of Nut & Health Cluster mechanisms
• You have an advanced knowledge of N&H guidelines and procedures including those of donors and international standards (e.g. SPHERE)
• You also have an Ability and a willingness to travel regularly to AAH field locations. Experience working with multiple donors (OFDA, ECHO, UNICEF, BHA, UN...) including compliance reporting and regulations