Technical Advisor I, Nutrition
Country: | Rwanda |
Req ID: | |
National Only: | Yes |
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally-driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states, and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Technical Advisor I, Nutrition in Kigali, Rwanda
Position Description:
Technical Advisor I, Nutrition will be a senior level member of the project team and will work with the private agricultural sector, government, regional and local partners, non-governmental organizations, community organizations, and others to design, implement and monitor nutrition behavior change strategies to improve nutrition outcomes.
The Technical Advisor I, Nutrition provides nutrition technical and scientific leadership to those designing and implementing technical strategies, programs or tools that increase dietary diversity among pregnant and lactating women, and children. Provides technical advice based upon expertise and knowledge of evidence-based methods and strategies, current practice, and established operational and research standards to ensure quality and rigorous design of nutrition specific and nutrition sensitive interventions. Provides guidance to ensure that program implementation adheres to appropriate technical standards and guidelines and that programs are technically sound.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Provides technical assistance, direction, and support related to the development and implementation of strategies to increase dietary diversity and improve nutrition in all phases from formative research through design, implementation, and evaluation.
Responds to the specified deliverables and goals of contracts and grant agreements, ensuring achievements in a timely manner and in full support and compliance with FHI 360 contractual agreement.
Provides technical leadership in the development and implementation of work plans and related activities. Drafts quarterly and annual reports, and all other reporting requirements as needed.
Liaises with and manages partner organizations involved in country program activities and assists in the implementation of project activities.
Minimum Requirements:
5-10 years of experience in implementing and managing international health/development, nutrition programs, and projects in developing countries, with experience working in Rwanda.
Specific Knowledge Requirements:
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360’s Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements to MaSmith@fhi360.org January 13th, 2018. Please specify source in your application.
AA/EOE/M/F/V/D