• Lead operational partnerships, including inter-agency collaboration, to ensure a strong multi-sectoral response to nutrition in both emergency and non-emergency settings.
• Lead in knowledge sharing and documentation for the area office staff and stakeholders to build capacity around nutrition integration as well as approaches for supplementation and prevention of acute malnutrition aligned to the new WHO guidelines.
• Work closely with cooperating partners to improve coverage of implementation and quality of nutrition programme including identifying gaps and strengthening their capacity.

• Provide technical guidance and support on transition of nutrition management according to the new WHO recommendations for Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) management aligning with WFP standards and procedures.
• Lead the development and implementation of social behavior change communication activities for nutrition in the area office (Central).
• Collaborate with the monitoring and evaluation unit to assess the food and nutrient gap to identify multisectoral opportunities and entry points that contribute to improving the nutrition situation for households.
• Represent WFP in key nutrition technical forums and other collaborative platforms at the area office that will support the nutrition integration agenda aligned to the Country Strategic Plan and Annual Work Plans developed.
• Other as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Three (3) years post graduate relevant experience with master’s degree in nutrition, Public  Health, Food Systems and Transformation, Social Sciences or other relevant field.

OR

Five (5) years of post-graduate professional experience with a first university degree in nutrition, Public  Health, Food Systems and Transformation, Social Sciences or other relevant field.

Language: International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

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• At least four (4) years of experience working in humanitarian contexts.
• Must have operational experience supporting or managing nutrition emergency responses in different contexts, including familiarity with integrated management of acute malnutrition /community-based management of acute malnutrition, simplified approaches, and prevention programming.
• Field experience with the United Nations or non-governmental organizations (NGOs) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to strategically engage with government and partners, to develop and implement multi-sectoral programmes.
• Experience in transitioning targeted supplementary feeding programme implementation to the government will be an added advantage.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Type of Contract: Fixed Term

Duty Station: Isiolo, Kenya

Contract Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension

• Kindly note; Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• The World Food Programme DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
• WFP embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in all ways.
• All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and merit.
• Applicants profile MUST match the C.V attached. Any discrepancies between the C.V and the profile will lead to automatic disqualification.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Applications for this position will close at 11:59 p.m. (East African Time) on 3rd December 2023.

WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment

WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.

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