RAMP Nutrition and Research Specialist
Quick answer
Action Against Hunger-USA is hiring an in-office RAMP Nutrition and Research Specialist based in South Sudan to lead a multi-million-dollar randomized controlled trial focused on preventing malnutrition relapse.
- Role
- RAMP Nutrition and Research Specialist
- Organization
- Action Against Hunger-USA
- Location
- Northern Bahr el Ghazal or Warrap, South Sudan
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The Nutrition and Research Specialist serves as the in-country lead for Action Against Hunger's flagship 'RAMP' project in South Sudan. This role involves coordinating a multi-million-dollar operational pilot and randomized controlled trial aimed at preventing malnutrition relapse. The specialist oversees project operations, including ethical compliance, staff management, budget oversight, and collaboration with government and UN stakeholders. The position is based in the Northern Bahr el Ghazal or Warrap states and requires extensive field engagement.
What you'll do
- Lead and coordinate the RAMP pilot and clinical research study in South Sudan.
- Oversee project budget, procurement, and supply chain management.
- Ensure strict adherence to research protocols, ethical standards, and data quality.
- Manage and provide capacity building for a large multi-disciplinary team.
- Engage with government ministries, UN agencies, and donors to align project goals.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in public health, nutrition, epidemiology, or nursing.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in humanitarian nutrition programs.
- Proven experience with CMAM programming and operational research.
- Strong background in staff supervision and large-scale budget management.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is based in the field, specifically in the Northern Bahr el Ghazal or Warrap states of South Sudan.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the primary qualifications for this position?
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess at least eight years of experience, with a focus on nutrition programming in humanitarian contexts and research oversight.
Is this a remote position?
No, this is an in-office, field-based role that requires regular attendance and travel to sub-offices.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action Against Hunger-USA's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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