To provide technical expertise for quality Nutrition Program design and implementation for vulnerable refugee and host populations in MTI operations in Ethiopia 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Ensure that relevant crosscutting issues are strategically mainstreamed in new projects; also ensuring relevant staffs understand and are capacitated to take the issues forward.

• Build on technical knowledge, research and current/previous programming to lead design of new projects and development of proposals in close coordination with the relevant field, business development, and management staff. This includes all aspects of proposal development, such as concept notes and grant amendments. Ensure that proposals are developed in line with internal and member protocols and technical standards.

• Be fully aware of national policies, strategies and other initiatives and developments by government and other stakeholders in the area of nutrition.  Regularly assess the implications for MTI’s programme and priorities of any changes in the operating environment in this sector and report on these to the internal fora as required

• Program Implementation and Capacity Development

• Review PMT (Project management tools) including pipelines

• Identify and reinforce existing support mechanisms and work closely with local counterparts to ensure community buy-in and cultural appropriateness of activities

• Strengthen case management and referral systems

• Work with teams and communities to develop appropriate prevention and awareness-raising/behavior change strategies

• Conduct periodic visits to implementation sites to understand the reality, provide on-site advise /support and come up with recommendations for program quality improvement

• Support and guide the nutrition team to capture /document program lessons at different levels

• Provide technical advice /guidance to the nutrition team while conducting nutrition surveys, evaluations and other assessments, including in the design, conduct, analysis and write up of the reports; oversee possible consultancy work in the same if needed.

• Lead and/or contribute to regular nutrition sector updates, capacity statements, and sector representative meetings/trainings.

• Ensure the emergency nutrition program properly linked with the other sectors and other agencies implement.

• Support Nutrition staff to become leaders of Nutrition prevention and response. Depending on skill sets and required roles, trainings may include: National acute malnutrition management protocol, report writing, referral and case management, facilitation skills, mobilization, project cycle management, Nutrition software and data management, etc.

• Organize and support trainings for healthcare providers, as needed and appropriate. Contribute to information-sharing and data management systems

• Revise reports based on Donor requirements and address comments after technical

• Accompany and facilitate donor visits and provide relevant background materials.

• Maintain flexibility to take on added responsibility as and when needed

• Ensure that MTI's food security program and approach is in line with the  policies and strategies of the Government of Ethiopia's as well 

Coordination

• Ensure maximum visibility of MTI with a positive image, actively participate in Nutrition working groups and contribute to interagency initiatives, also promoting MTI as a leader agency in Nutrition

Human Resources Management

• In collaboration with the HR department, ensure support to recruitment and selection of nutrition-related staff and for all matters concerning human resources for the nutrition unit.

Financial Management

• Plan for direct program budgets, closely monitor program budgetary expenditures, follow pipeline updates from finance team, advice and guide the nutrition team as well as lead in budget revisions/realignment as may be required.

Logistics management

• Follow the logistic issues in relation to nutrition including preparing procurement plans, raising purchase orders and following the status of procurement and finally assuring the proper utilization of procured nutrition items Support the field team on the procurement process and ensure the requested materials reached to the field site timely in close collaboration with the concerned stakeholder. 

M&E

• Monitor the day-to-day implementation of nutrition program activities as per the detail implementation plan and project agreement with the donor or other implementation partners.

Security

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and policiesConsider security implications of all program activities, reviewing all new initiatives with national/ field staff and community leaders and incentive workers or volunteer

Location:Addis Office, with frequent travel (up to 60%) to project sites including Tigray Region.Work days and number of days scheduled per week: Monday-Friday, 40-48 hours/week, occasional weekends and public holidaysTravel: Frequent travel to project locations (subject to necessary approvals)

Job Requirements

EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field is required; Master’s Degree in Nutrition is an added advantage.  

• Licenses in Human Nutrition is an added advantage.

• Trainer certification in CMAM, IYCF-E, IMAM is an added advantage  

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years of experience on Nutrition Program implementation, inclusive of field-based experience in Emergency Nutrition Program is required.

• Experience in designing and implementing of Nutrition programs at the country office level is required.

• Experience working with BHA, UNHCR, WFP,UNICEF and other INGOs is an added advantage.  

• Experience in Food security activities including multi-purpose cash is and added advantage. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

• Extensive knowledge of nutrition principles, management of acute malnutrition and conducting nutrition surveys and assessments

• Skilled in conducting trainings and providing mentorship to develop a high functioning team

• Skilled in using HIS/HMIS database and making data-driven decisions

• Ability to be flexible and manage stress, especially in situations which require a high degree of diplomacy

• Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct 

Physical Condition:

• This position requires frequent travel to health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.

Work Environment: 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet. 

• The employee may be required to travel to remote areas of the world where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme hot or cold weather, and very basic living conditions.   

How to Apply

Submit your Cover Letter, CV and credential documents via email: ethiopiarecruitment@medicalteams.org