Purpose of the post:

Under the overall guidance of the Head of UNICEF Gulu Zonal Office, and in close consultation with the Nutrition Specialist in Kampala as well as Head of Acholi and West Nile Cluster in UNICEF Zonal Office, provide overall programmatic oversight to all nutrition interventions planned and under implementation in the districts supported under Gulu zonal office with focus on districts currently affected by the South Sudan influx. The Nutrition Officer will work closely with District Health Officers DHO, UNHCR and nutrition partners in these areas. At least 60% of the time will be spent supporting the emergency districts while 40% of the time will support the regular nutrition programmes in the 4 sub regions of Bunyoro, West Nile, Lango and Acholi.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Ø Work with the district authorities and partners in the refugee affected districts to map out hard to reach areas where mobile outreach services may be needed.

Ø Ensure the functionality of all outreach posts in the settlements and host communities (should be able to provide a comprehensive package of IMAM, EPI, ANC, Vitamin A, Deworming, Iron/folate supplementation).

Ø Work with all relevant partners to ensure all children and pregnant mothers on arrival are screened for malnutrition at the reception centers.

Ø Support the Gulu zonal office to work closely with district health authorities to build capacity of community based networks for early identification and referral of cases of SAM and ensures functionality of the VHT system.

Ø Provide technical support to therapeutic feeding centers: ensure national IMAM guidelines are followed in the operations and training sessions conducted by all partners, support poor performing therapeutic feeding centers and ensure performance indicators meet the SPHERE minimum standards

Ø Establish / strengthen links between therapeutic feeding programmes and supplementation feeding centers where they exist.

Ø Monitor program implementation of partners and districts including the efficient management of supplies and other resources supplied by UNICEF

Ø Identify supply needs for UNICEF and liaise with CSD section in Kampala for timely release of supplies and support local capacity for supply forecasting and management

Ø Provide technical support in the implementation of national IYCF guidelines. Ensure trainings are consistent with the national guidelines

Ø Work with the district local governments to identify community based networks to support optimal infant and young child feeding and maternal practices.

Ø Ensure jointly monthly support supervisions for nutrition and health are undertaken by the DHT and partners

Ø Participate in all health and Nutrition coordination meetings organized by UNHCR

Ø Collect programme monitoring data and produce quality reports on programme implementation

Ø Contribute to Donor proposal writing and reports as and when required

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes

Ø University degree public health, nutrition or any other related technical field

Ø Five years of professional work experience in nutrition project administration, monitoring and evaluation, preferably with experience in the nutrition sector.

Ø Fluency in English required. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station required. Knowledge of another UN working language an asset

Ø Good analytical and conceptual thinking skills.

Ø Good communication and Net-working skills

Ø Self-awareness and self-regulation and team work.

Ø Computer skills, including internet navigation and use of various office applications.

Ø Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.

Ø Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity

Ø Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results

Ø Functional Competencies (Required): Formulating Strategies and Concepts, Analyzing, Applying Technical Expertise, Relating and Networking, Deciding and initiating action

Eligibility Criteria

Ø ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered

Ø UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ø Applications will be consideredonly if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.

Ø E-mail applications; please use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed bydocument e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.

Ø UNICEF is a smoke free environment.

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for applications: 19 June 2014. Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:

Human Resource Specialist, UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,

Plot 9, George Street, PO Box 7047, Kampala Uganda

Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org

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Job Title: Nutrition Specialist – Gender and Agriculture

FHI 360, Uganda
FHI 360 is a leading global development organization dedicated to improving lives around the world. Our professional staff includes experts in education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society and environment as well as cross-cutting experts in gender issues, research, applied science, behavior change and technology giving us the unique mix of capabilities to address today’s diverse and interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 operates from 60 oces with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. FHI 360 – Uganda is seeking qualified candidates for the following vacant position.

JOB REF: FHI 360- NS

JOB TITLE: Nutrition Specialist – Gender and Agriculture – Uganda FANTA (Kampala)

REPORTS TO: The Project Manager-FANTA

Position Summary:

The position is with the five year, USAID-funded Food and Nutrition Technical Assistance III Project (FANTA) . The Nutrition Specialist, Gender and Agriculture will provide technical assistance and support to integrate nutrition into the gender, social development and agriculture sectors in Uganda in line with the Uganda Nutrition Action Plan objectives, integrate gender considerations into FANTA’s other activities (and across sectors), provide guidance on programming that links nutrition with agriculture and/or gender and support policy development at national and sub-regional levels.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the FANTA Uganda Project Manager:

   1. Provide technical assistance to USAID/Uganda, Ministry of Gender Labor and Social Development (MOGLSD), Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF).
2. Work with gender, social development, agriculture sectors, nutrition committees and working groups to establish priorities, work plans and provide technical assistance to implement the work plans.
3. Coordinate national and sub-regional nutrition policy development by planning and facilitating meetings and workshops, providing technical updates, and developing technical resources to guide the process.
4. Support MOGLSD to integrate nutrition into the work of community development ocers, functional adult literacy and OVC program coordinators and others, as identified: Review policies and materials, develop guidelines, training materials, job aides, counseling materials, and support revision of job descriptions, and supervision materials.
5. Support MAAIF to integrate nutrition into the work of mid- level and community level extension workers, using rigorous, evidence-based approaches.
6. Make technical presentations, develop technical briefs, technical reference materials, and reports, based on evidence, as necessary.
7. Contribute to FANTA’s Nutrition Fellows Program: provide mentorship to fellows, help develop leadership training and quarterly skill-building sessions, helping build skills in nutrition/ gender and nutrition/agriculture linkages.
8. Contribute to FANTA’s Collaborating, Learning and Adapting and knowledge management activities, specifically in theareas of gender and agriculture.
9. Conduct rigorous formative research, qualitative and quantitative assessments as necessary to further understanding of gender, agriculture and nutrition linkages in Uganda.
10. Support other FANTA activities, including advocacy, communication, pre-service and in service training, as needed.
11. Participate in FANTA work planning and strategy development, reporting, quarterly and annual reporting to USAID/ Uganda and USAID/Washington.Participate in FANTA global initiatives, as requested

Requirement:

    * Master's degree in nutrition, agriculture, gender studios, or public health discipline or equivalent combination of education1 and experience.
* At least 5 years relevant work experience. Experience with gender programming and familiarity with work on agriculture and nutrition linkages.
* Experience working across sectors, multiple stakeholders and USAID funded programs preferred. Understanding of the UNAP,gender issues and other relevant policies in Uganda.
* Knowledge of state of the art, evidence based approaches to agriculture and nutrition linkages.
* Excellent written communication skills, including ability to write effectively for a range of audiences and purposes, including policy-makers, program managers and service providers. This includes the ability to make technical information accessible to non-technical audiences.
* Excellent presentation, organizational, interpersonal skills, Initiative and ability to work independently and as a team.
* Fluency in English relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office)

Experience: 5

How to apply:
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV/resume including salary requirements to:

The Associate Director Finance and Administration, Plot 15 Kitante Close, P.O Box 5768 Kampala, UGANDA or by email to: uganda-info@fhi360.org not later than November 30th, 2012.

Please specify the Job Ref Number indicated alongside the position

Deadline: 30th Nov 2012

Purpose of the Position

Under the general guidance of the Chief, Health and Nutrition (Alive Programme), you will be responsible for the overall management, development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of maternal and newborn health programme in the context of 'Keeping Children Alive'.

Key Expected Results

1. Support the development, implementation and financing of detailed sectoral work-plans and budgets for scaling-up of maternal, neonatal Survival interventions through the continuum of care encompassing maternal and new-born nutrition and HIV/AIDS intervention. Formulates and developes integrated facility- and community-basedstrategiesmethodologies and innovative approaches and implements based on results-based approach and Human Rights framework by broad participation and collaboration with internal and external partnership. 2. Establish partnerships for sustained maternal and newborn health and play a convener role in advocating for and leverage resources for a sustainable scaling-up and replication of effective and integrated maternal, neonatal and EMTCT interventions; performance-based financing of districts in the implementation of the Uganda Essential Health Package. 3. Reviews and evaluates the technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of maternal and newborn Health programmes in coordination and collaboration with government and other partners. 4. Contribute to the Situation Analysis, its periodic update, and all programme documents to formulate effective Health goals, strategy, and project planning and development, in relation to Maternal and New-born health. 5. Provides in-country technical and operational leadership and guidance to government and non-government organizations at the national, regional and provincial levels in the planning, development and scaling-up key maternal, neonatal survival interventions, including maternal and new-born nutrition and HIV interventions and applicable innovative E-health strategies and linkages with mTrac and U report 6. Undertakes field visits in order to monitor and evaluate maternal, newborn Health programme performance/implementation; identifies problems and proposes remedial action; identifies alternative courses of action, to accelerate/improve efficiency of programme delivery. Plans, organizes and conducts training and orientation activities for government personnel and beneficiaries, for the purpose of capacity building at the central and regional levels, and expansion of coverage of services. 7. In collaboration with the Nutrition and ANC/HIV/AIDS Specialists, develops the work-plan for the maternal and newborn health components of the Child Survival programme and monitors compliance to ensure that maternal and newborn HIV and nutrition intervention are integrated; objectives and targets are met and achieved. Ensures training needs are met, and provides on-the-job training. 8. Coordinates with Operations/Supply staff on supply and non- supply assistance activities. Approves disbursement of funds ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and those activities are within established plans of action, and the programme budget allotments. 9. Coordinates activities and exchanges information/ideas with other programmes, to contribute to achievement of overall country programme objectives. Participates in establishing effective monitoring, information and reporting systems, and in the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation. 10. Participates in the preparation of all programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

Advanced university degree in Public Health and Nutrition (preferably with specialized training in public health and nutrition planning, maternal, newborn health and nutrition education , health care system management, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunization, or epidemiology), Child Development , Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines.* Eight years of professional work experience at the national and international levels in planning, programming, implementation monitoring and evaluation of maternal and newborn health and HIV/AIDS programmes relevant to child survival, health & nutrition care. Professional work experience in a managerial position, or a technical expert position in health, nutrition, and newborn survival & health care. Developing country work experience and background/familiarity with Emergency. Fluency in English. Knowledge of another UN language and local language of duty station is an asset *A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking. Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals. Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear. Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives. Analyzes and integrates diverse and complex quantitative and qualitative data from a wide range of sources. Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of individuals across organizational departments. Identifies urgent and potentially difficult decisions and acts on them promptly; initiates and generates team- and department-wide activities. Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

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Nutrition Specialist, IMAM and NACS (Technical Officer III)
Nutrition Specialist, IMAM and NACS (Technical Officer III)
Country: Uganda
Req ID: 2823
National Only:

Description

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 ofNutrition Specialist, Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM) and Nutrition Assessment, Counseling, and Support (NACS) in Kampala, Uganda.
The duration of this project is February 8, 2012-February 7, 2017. The period of this position will be July 1, 2012 through September 30, 2013, with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.
Position Description:
The Nutrition Specialist, IMAM and NACS will provide nutrition technical support to USAID/Uganda, the government of Uganda and implementing partners. The technical support will focus on IMAM and NACS. S/he will work closely with other FANTA staff in-country to implement the FANTA work plan and may support other initiatives. The Nutrition Specialist will work to strengthen capacities of partners to integrate and scale up IMAM and NACS approaches, using a health systems strengthening (HSS) approach. S/he will coordinate in-country IMAM and NACS technical support provided by FANTA, in close coordination and communication with USAID/Uganda.
The Specialist will participate in FANTA’s global CMAM, NACS and nutrition capacity development initiatives and discussions upon request.
The Nutrition Specialist, IMAM and NACS will facilitate a process for IMAM and NACS harmonization and strengthening. Additional responsibilities may include:
Strengthening MOH leadership and governance:
* Facilitate the process of harmonization and integration of IMAM and NACS in the national health system, based on the HSS approach.
* Participate relevant technical working groups and collaborate with multi-sectoral nutrition implementing partners.
* Support the MOH to strengthen national capacity for IMAM and NACS technical leadership and coordination at the national, sub-national and district levels for planning, training, and implementing IMAM and NACS.
* Facilitate development of integrated IMAM and NACS annual workplans for MOH, USAID and partners.
* Collaborate with the FANTA Nutrition Specialist on national and sub-national level advocacy and awareness raising
* Coordinate the dissemination and application of the national IMAM and NACS guidelines, training materials and job aids.
* Facilitate inclusion of IMAM and NACS into national guidelines, strategies and workplans.
* Facilitate national and sub-national contingency planning. Strengthen and support the MOH in mobilizing resources for IMAM and NACS services
Strengthening national nutrition information system:
* Facilitate the establishment of a national and sub-national monitoring and evaluation system for IMAM and NACS
* Develop and/or strengthen the use of IMAM and NACS quality improvement, costing and coverage tools for improved community outreach.
* Support the implementation of the monitoring activities
* Support the national and sub-national IMAM and NACS data repository and monitoring and evaluation systems as part of the national nutrition information system.
* Facilitate a review of IMAM/NACS implementation and integration in Uganda with actionable recommendations.
* Facilitate and participate in operational research related to IMAM and NACS, and share results for program and policy planning and decision making.
Strengthening of human resources:
* Adapt training packages to the Ugandan context for IMAM and NACS (and UNAP) for the relevant multi-sectoral audiences, e.g., district development officers.
* In collaboration with national training institutions and implementing partners, facilitate the integration of IMAM and NACS in the pre-service curricula and develop training materials for pre-service education
* Work with national training institutions to co-facilitate and participate in IMAM and NACS training for facilitators, health managers and health care providers and facilitate internships at the national and sub-national levels.
* Strengthen capacities for the use of IMAM and NACS tools including user’s guide and training materials, and tools for costing, coverage assessment, quality improvement, capacity assessment and strategy development, social and behavior change and communication.
* Work with local partners to improve access to information and peer-exchange of experiences at the national and sub-national levels.
Strengthening access to service delivery:
* Support the set up of learning sites for IMAM and NACS, linking with UNAP implementation.
* Support the refinement and strengthening of a sustainable community outreach system for IMAM and NACS, linking with UNAP and existing community-based initiatives.
Strengthening access to supplies:
* Facilitate the scale up of national production of ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) and of improved fortified blended foods, and explore opportunities for the use of other lipid-based nutrient supplement products
* In collaboration with partners, explore sustainable options for supply management systems for IMAM and NACS.
Other Responsibilities
* As needed, provide technical support to the MOH on acute malnutrition in relation to the overall nutrition policies and activities.
* Draft quarterly and other reports as needed on project activities.
* Collaborate with FANTA staff on other nutrition-related issues to support roll out of the FANTA work plan.

Minimum Requirements:
Master’s in Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition and Public Health, plus a minimum of 10 years of related work experience at the national and international level; equivalent combination of education and work experience. Minimum 7 years technical and programming experience in IMAM/CMAM programs, in with additional expertise in community health and nutrition activities, including IMCI, essential nutrition actions, nutrition assessments, monitoring and evaluation, and behavior change communication. Experience with USAID-funded programs required. Experience working in Uganda and other countries preferred. Experience in building capacity of partner organizations. Experience with nutrition information systems Knowledge of health systems strengthening theory and approaches. Excellent written and spoken English is required. Ability to solve problems creatively. Ability to multi-task and work as a member of a team. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and manage a variety of tasks with accuracy. Excellent facilitation skills. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with government partners, UN agencies, PVOs, and other partners. Ability to translate technical information into practical guidance and tools and effectively communicate these using print, electronic, and presentation media.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
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Nutrition Specialist, IMAM and NACS (Technical Officer III)
Nutrition Specialist, IMAM and NACS (Technical Officer III)
Country: Uganda
Req ID: 2823
National Only:

Description

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 ofNutrition Specialist, Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM) and Nutrition Assessment, Counseling, and Support (NACS) in Kampala, Uganda.
The duration of this project is February 8, 2012-February 7, 2017. The period of this position will be July 1, 2012 through September 30, 2013, with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.
Position Description:
The Nutrition Specialist, IMAM and NACS will provide nutrition technical support to USAID/Uganda, the government of Uganda and implementing partners. The technical support will focus on IMAM and NACS. S/he will work closely with other FANTA staff in-country to implement the FANTA work plan and may support other initiatives. The Nutrition Specialist will work to strengthen capacities of partners to integrate and scale up IMAM and NACS approaches, using a health systems strengthening (HSS) approach. S/he will coordinate in-country IMAM and NACS technical support provided by FANTA, in close coordination and communication with USAID/Uganda.
The Specialist will participate in FANTA’s global CMAM, NACS and nutrition capacity development initiatives and discussions upon request.
The Nutrition Specialist, IMAM and NACS will facilitate a process for IMAM and NACS harmonization and strengthening. Additional responsibilities may include:
Strengthening MOH leadership and governance:
* Facilitate the process of harmonization and integration of IMAM and NACS in the national health system, based on the HSS approach.
* Participate relevant technical working groups and collaborate with multi-sectoral nutrition implementing partners.
* Support the MOH to strengthen national capacity for IMAM and NACS technical leadership and coordination at the national, sub-national and district levels for planning, training, and implementing IMAM and NACS.
* Facilitate development of integrated IMAM and NACS annual workplans for MOH, USAID and partners.
* Collaborate with the FANTA Nutrition Specialist on national and sub-national level advocacy and awareness raising
* Coordinate the dissemination and application of the national IMAM and NACS guidelines, training materials and job aids.
* Facilitate inclusion of IMAM and NACS into national guidelines, strategies and workplans.
* Facilitate national and sub-national contingency planning. Strengthen and support the MOH in mobilizing resources for IMAM and NACS services
Strengthening national nutrition information system:
* Facilitate the establishment of a national and sub-national monitoring and evaluation system for IMAM and NACS
* Develop and/or strengthen the use of IMAM and NACS quality improvement, costing and coverage tools for improved community outreach.
* Support the implementation of the monitoring activities
* Support the national and sub-national IMAM and NACS data repository and monitoring and evaluation systems as part of the national nutrition information system.
* Facilitate a review of IMAM/NACS implementation and integration in Uganda with actionable recommendations.
* Facilitate and participate in operational research related to IMAM and NACS, and share results for program and policy planning and decision making.
Strengthening of human resources:
* Adapt training packages to the Ugandan context for IMAM and NACS (and UNAP) for the relevant multi-sectoral audiences, e.g., district development officers.
* In collaboration with national training institutions and implementing partners, facilitate the integration of IMAM and NACS in the pre-service curricula and develop training materials for pre-service education
* Work with national training institutions to co-facilitate and participate in IMAM and NACS training for facilitators, health managers and health care providers and facilitate internships at the national and sub-national levels.
* Strengthen capacities for the use of IMAM and NACS tools including user’s guide and training materials, and tools for costing, coverage assessment, quality improvement, capacity assessment and strategy development, social and behavior change and communication.
* Work with local partners to improve access to information and peer-exchange of experiences at the national and sub-national levels.
Strengthening access to service delivery:
* Support the set up of learning sites for IMAM and NACS, linking with UNAP implementation.
* Support the refinement and strengthening of a sustainable community outreach system for IMAM and NACS, linking with UNAP and existing community-based initiatives.
Strengthening access to supplies:
* Facilitate the scale up of national production of ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) and of improved fortified blended foods, and explore opportunities for the use of other lipid-based nutrient supplement products
* In collaboration with partners, explore sustainable options for supply management systems for IMAM and NACS.
Other Responsibilities
* As needed, provide technical support to the MOH on acute malnutrition in relation to the overall nutrition policies and activities.
* Draft quarterly and other reports as needed on project activities.
* Collaborate with FANTA staff on other nutrition-related issues to support roll out of the FANTA work plan.

Minimum Requirements:
Master’s in Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition and Public Health, plus a minimum of 10 years of related work experience at the national and international level; equivalent combination of education and work experience. Minimum 7 years technical and programming experience in IMAM/CMAM programs, in with additional expertise in community health and nutrition activities, including IMCI, essential nutrition actions, nutrition assessments, monitoring and evaluation, and behavior change communication. Experience with USAID-funded programs required. Experience working in Uganda and other countries preferred. Experience in building capacity of partner organizations. Experience with nutrition information systems Knowledge of health systems strengthening theory and approaches. Excellent written and spoken English is required. Ability to solve problems creatively. Ability to multi-task and work as a member of a team. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and manage a variety of tasks with accuracy. Excellent facilitation skills. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with government partners, UN agencies, PVOs, and other partners. Ability to translate technical information into practical guidance and tools and effectively communicate these using print, electronic, and presentation media.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
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Job Title: Senior Program Manager - Food Security & Nutrition

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in Uganda is seeking highly qualified senior candidates with 8+ years professional experience and at least 3 years experience managing large USAID funded development programs for the following positions in response to the recently released RFA “Sustainable Responses for Improving the Lives of Vulnerable Children and their Households Program (SCORE):

Will lead a team responsible for enabling vulnerable households to improve food security and nutrition.

* Masters degree in Public Health, Nutrition, International Development, or related field;
* Proven track record in designing and implementing sustainable nutrition programs, including programs serving persons living with HIV; and
* Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with proven food security strategies, including increased productivity and yield are requirements for the position

Note: These positions are contingent upon CRS being awarded the contract and acceptance of candidate by donor.

Please submit cover letter, CV, as well as three work references (names and contact information only) to jobs@ug.earo.crs.org by January 24, 2011

Only selected candidates that meet the requirements will be notified.