Job Description
The IRC lead a multi-agency program of operational research to develop a simplified combined protocol for the treatment of severe and moderate acute malnutrition (Combined Protocol for Acute Malnutrition Study- ComPAS). The ‘Combined Protocol’ was tested in a rigorous RCT in in two countries: South Sudan and Kenya. The IRC is recruiting a Nutritionist to be part of the Team to advance this protocol through and operational Pilot in West Pokot County. He/she will be part of the team implementing COMPAS. Working under the guidance of the Nutrition Officer. The Nutritionist will be responsible for the day-to-day liaison and implementation of the pilot and other nutrition activities at subcounty level Support on going Nutrition interventions that are not limited to COMPAS pilot implementation, MIYCN activities & Family MUAC Approach.
Key Responsibilities
In support of the nutrition officer plan and support the MOH on staff training and COMPAS pilot, distribution of MUAC tapes to families in the targeted areas.
In collaboration with the ministry of health conduct trainings to M2MSGs on MIYCN practices.
In collaboration with MOH Train community health workers including CHEWs and CHVs on family MUAC and COMPAS approach.
Support the nutrition officer in the development of wok plans for the activities to be implemented.
Plan and conduct trainings on Growth Monitoring Promotion (GMP), IMAM and MIYCN to other mainstream health professionals.
Support the MoH nutrition teams to offer support through counselling to individuals with medical conditions including Comprehensive Care Clinic clients.
Compile and submit donor and IRC Nutrition Program weekly, biweekly, and monthly reports of all the activities implemented,
Support the nutrition officer in Monitoring budget spending in line with spending plan and ensure diligence in grants utilization including timely spending and value for money.
Liaise with supply Chain Department in logistical program supplies, procurement, and monitor supply control.
Support MOH on DQAs
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Hold a minimum of Diploma in Food Nutrition and dietetics from recognized institution.
Must be registered with KNDI
Experience/Competence
Minimum 1year experience within an INGO/NGO in implementing emergency community nutrition.
Experience of Maternal infant and young child nutrition with strong BFHI/BFCI approaches
Experience in nutrition survey and assessment
Proven analytical, communication/ negotiation skills and ability to think strategically.
Experience in report writing and excellent computer skills.
Ability to work in hardship areas (previous experience in a camp setting will be an added advantage)
Fluency in Pokot desirable
Flexible and positive personality
Strong planning and implementation capacity
Confident and capable negotiator, communicator, and networker.
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