Senior expert en Nutrición
Quick answer
UNICEF is hiring an in-office Senior Nutrition Expert in La Paz, Bolivia, paying a monthly stipend of 18.510 BOB to lead technical assistance for maternal and child health and nutrition programs.
- Role
- Senior expert en Nutrición
- Organization
- UNICEF
- Location
- La Paz, Bolivia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- 18.510 BOB monthly stipend, plus a 350 USD settling-in grant and a resettlement allowance of 823 BOB per month of service.
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
UNICEF is seeking a Senior Nutrition Expert to provide high-level technical assistance in Bolivia to address childhood malnutrition, including chronic undernutrition, anemia, and rising obesity. The role involves coordinating with the Ministry of Health, managing sector-wide programs, and supporting the development of public health policies and maternal-infant health strategies. The successful candidate will work at both national and subnational levels to monitor progress, lead capacity-building initiatives, and facilitate multi-stakeholder partnerships. This position is a significant opportunity to drive impactful change within the framework of the 2023-2027 country program.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain a mapping of nutrition sector stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance for maternal-infant health planning and evaluation.
- Coordinate with the Ministry of Health on healthy food policies and breastfeeding initiatives.
- Monitor progress of national and municipal nutrition programs.
- Lead the integration of child-focused approaches in intersectoral nutrition spaces.
What it takes
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- 15 years of professional experience in public health.
- 10 years of professional experience in the field of nutrition.
- 7 years of experience implementing health strategies for children and adolescents.
- 3 years of experience working within the national health system (e.g., SEDES/Health Networks).
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Monthly stipend of 18.510 BOB, a settling-in grant of 350 USD, and a resettlement allowance of 823 BOB per month of service.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in La Paz, Bolivia, which serves as the administrative capital and provides a dynamic urban environment for international cooperation.
What is the compensation for this role?
The position provides a monthly stipend of 18.510 BOB, along with a 350 USD settling-in grant and a resettlement allowance of 823 BOB per month of service.
What are the key professional requirements?
Candidates must hold a Master's degree and possess at least 15 years of public health experience, including at least 10 years specifically in nutrition and 3 years working with the national health system.
How do I apply for this position?
The provided job description does not specify an application deadline or a link; interested candidates should monitor the official UNICEF or UN Volunteers portal for instructions.
How to apply
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