Nutrition SpecialistLocation: Patna He/ She will work under the daily supervision of
the Chief of Field Office or Programme Manager, and take sector specific
guidance from the Child Development and Nutrition Section in Delhi. Major Duties and Responsibilities 1. Analyses and recommends policies, systems of
management, risk allocation and coordination systems around the Child
Development and Nutrition programme. 2. Convenes strategic partnerships to impact on
overall policies for Child Development and Nutrition, to support programmes and
resources in the States Interacts
with national and international agencies, missions and commissions, on the
management of the Child Development and Nutrition programme. Participates in
meetings with Ministries/Departments of Women and Child Development, Health and
Family Welfare (and others as needed), responsible for programme/project
review, and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements. Fosters
partnerships for Child Development and Nutrition in the state with government,
other agencies, professional bodies, technical institutions and NGO networks in
the state.Assists in the development and/or introduction of new approaches,
methods and practices in project management and evaluation. 3. With guidance from the Child Development and
Nutrition Section (Technical Centre of Excellence), proposes designs for the
Child Development and Nutrition Programme.
When agreed, prepares, implements, monitors and evaluates the UNICEF
assisted Child Development and Nutrition programme or specific project(s)such
as community based early child care models, interventions to address
micronutrient malnutrition and ICDS systems quality improvement. This includes
the effective design, implementation and monitoring of Child Development and Nutrition interventions
in integrated and other intensive districts.
Analyzes and evaluates data and/or takes corrective action when
necessary, to meet programme/project objectives. Contributes to and enables the
concurrent monitoring and reporting on performance indicators of the Integrated
Child Development Services (Government flagship programme), accreditation
systems and /or UNICEF–NGO managed programmes under the Project Co-operation
Agreement. Integrates input/advice from the Child Development and Nutrition
Section (Technical Centre for Excellence) in Delhi. 4.
Facilitates
the review of systems and capacity related to delivery of services for Child
Development and Nutrition, and the interventions to improve such systems and
capacities.Undertakes field visits to monitor programmes (including cash and
supply assistance), as well as conducting periodic programme reviews with
government counterparts and other partners. Identifies and recommends necessary
action for adjustments in the Child Development and Nutrition programme.
Provides advice and assistance to government officials and other partners such
as the World Bank, World Food Programme, Micronutrient Initiative in the
planning and management of programme/projects.Contributes to the preparation of
the Situation Analysis, led by SPME, by compiling data, analyzing and
evaluating information, and writing the Child Development and Nutrition chapter
of the Analysis. 5.
Responsible
for the development of the Child Development and Nutrition work plan, and
ensures compliance with specific assigned objectives. Provides guidance and
support to subordinate staff to manage and implement projects. 6.
Assists
government authorities, in partnership with
training institutions, to plan and organize capacity building
programmes. Identifies training needs for the purpose of capacity building and
sustainability of programme/projects. Provides technical expertise as required,
facilitates learning exchanges as well as policy influencing. 7.
Proactively
collaborates within the state and/or sector with programme colleagues to give and receive
knowledge and assistance. Pooling resources for more effective
programming.Assists in development of appropriate communication and information
strategy to support and/or advocate development of the Child Development and
Nutrition programme. Facilitates the planning and formulation of Behaviour
Development/Behaviour Communication Change initiatives in state institutions,
to enable more effective change in key care behaviours related to Infant and
Young Child Feeding and family care practices.Supports/undertakes research that
provides tracking on social inclusion in Child Development and Nutrition
interventions. 8.
Coordinates
with the Operations/Supply staff/programme support on supply and non-supply
assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and Government
accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, as per UNICEF rules and
procedures monitors and submits financial status reports to Senior Programme
Officer or Representative as required. 9.
Writes
programme/project inputs for donor proposals, status reports required for
management Board, donors, budget review, programme analysis, annual reports,
case studies, etc. Qualifications, Skills And Attributes b) Work
Experience
c) Languages d) Competency Profile: iii) Functional Competencies (Required) Technical
Knowledge a) Specific Technical
Knowledge Required(for
the job) • Advanced
knowledge of one or more of the technical areas of UNICEF programmes. • Advanced
Technical Knowledge of theories, principles and methods in one of the following
areas: * Public Health & Nutrition, International
Health & Nutrition, Public Health & Nutrition Policy and Management,
Population and Family Health & Nutrition, Public Health Preparedness,
Health Emergency Preparedness * Nutritional Epidemiology, Nutrition Research,
Biostatistics, Biochemistry, Socio-medical Sciences, * Health & Nutrition Education, Health &
Nutrition Promotion and Disease Prevention, Educational Interventions in Health
& Nutritional Care
b) Common Technical Knowledge
Required(for the job group) [ ] Knowledge of theories and practices in: • Child and
Maternal Nutrition and Health • Nutrition and Health Promotion and Disease
Prevention • Public
Health and Nutrition
• Educational Interventions in
Health and Nutrition Care •
Environmental Health and Nutrition •
Health and Nutrition Education • Knowledge
Management • Computer
software application, including word processing, spreadsheet and corporate
software packages General knowledge of: •
Methodology of programme/project management •
Programmatic goals, visions, positions, policies and strategies in
Nutrition • Knowledge of global health and nutrition
issues, specifically relating to children and women, and the current trends,
methods and approaches. • Policies
and strategy to address national and global health and nutrition issues,
particularly relating to conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery. • Emergency programme policies, goals, strategies and approaches. • Core
commitments for children in emergencies (for all Emergency positions) • Government development plans and policies • UNICEF
Board endorsed policy papers and agency-wide programmes impacting on nutrition
results, e.g. Ending Child Hunger and Under-nutrition, UNICEF Joint Health and
Nutrition Strategy • Office work plan
c) Technical Knowledge to be
Acquired/Enhanced (for
the Job)[ ] • Knowledge
of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes • UN
policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the
responses. •UN common approaches to programmatic issues and
UNICEF positions • UN security operations and
guidelines.
d) Other skills and attributes: ·
Current
knowledge of development issues, strategies, as well as programming policies and procedures in
development cooperation. ·
Drive for
results. ·
A strong
familiarity as to how public administration systems affect delivery of results
for children ·
Understanding of
social mobilization and behavior change communication ·
Understanding of
the importance and role of partnerships. ·
Proven ability
to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas, as well as to impart
knowledge and teach skills. ·
Analytical, negotiating,
communication and advocacy skills. ·
Report writing ·
Computer skills,
including internet navigation, and various office applications. ·
Applications consisting of a cover letter and an
up-to-date CV should be sent to nonprofitjobs@abcconsultants.netby 16thJanuary2013. In order to ensure that your
application is sorted correctly, please clearly mention the title and location
of the post in the subject line of your e-mail/application. Only
applications of short listed candidates will be acknowledged. These vacancies
are open to Indian Nationals only.
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 organizations 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
organization. UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process including application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training etc. UNICEF is a non-smoking working environment.
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