JOB OPPORTUNITY
ENOUGH TECHNICAL ADVISOR
World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programs in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2021-2025 seek to reach 2 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Resilience and Livelihoods, WASH and Health, Child Protection and Education.
World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated, and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Enough Technical Advisor. Joining an established and experienced team. This stimulating position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, global organization. It will be based in Kigali, Rwanda, and reports to the Strategy & Program Quality Director.
Purpose of the position:
The ENOUGH Technical Advisor for Nutrition Programming is responsible for leading, coordinating, and providing technical expertise for the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of nutrition programs under the National Child Development Agency. This role requires a strong background in nutrition, public health, and child development to ensure the effective delivery of evidence-based nutrition interventions aimed at improving the nutritional status and overall health of children. Also, the role will require strong networking and coordination skills to facilitate collaboration and information sharing among public and private institutions, organizations, and individuals. The Advisor will be based at NCDA Offices and will work closely with the Steering Committee, Technical Committee, and Working Groups to ensure the successful implementation of the Nutrition activities.
% of time |
Activity |
20% |
Program Coordination & networking
|
15% |
Program development & management
|
15% |
Technical support and Capacity building
|
10% |
Monitoring and Evaluation
|
20% |
Advocacy, Policy Development and partnership
|
20% |
Communication and Visibility for ENOUGH
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Minimum education, training, and experience requirements to qualify for the position:
- Bachelor’s degree in degree in Nutrition, Public Health, or another related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in nutrition programming, preferably in child nutrition.
- Strong knowledge of national and international nutrition policies, guidelines, and best practices.
- Proven experience in program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in data analysis and report writing.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Master’s Degree in Nutrition, public health or others related discipline.
- Experience working in a governmental or international development organization.
- Knowledge of Kinyarwanda, English languages, knowledge of French is a plus, and knowledge with cultural contexts.
Salary:
The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
NB: Women are highly encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
Should you wish to apply for this position, please go:
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All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.
In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know at wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).
The closing date for submission of applications is 14th November 2024;no late applications will be accepted. World Vision is committed to adult and child safeguarding and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children and vulnerable adults. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.
Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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