Specialist – Health and Nutrition
Quick answer
Action Against Hunger – USA is hiring a Senior Health and Nutrition Specialist to lead integrated health and nutrition interventions at the Mantapala Rural Health Centre site.
- Role
- Specialist – Health and Nutrition
- Organization
- Action Against Hunger – USA
- Location
- Mantapala (implied by Mantapala Rural Health Centre)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Specialist – Health and Nutrition provides technical leadership and strategic oversight for integrated health and nutrition interventions in emergency and refugee contexts. This role ensures high-quality service delivery aligned with national and international standards like SPHERE and IMAM protocols. The specialist oversees program implementation, builds the capacity of health teams, manages supply chains, and coordinates with key stakeholders including the Ministry of Health and UN agencies. Additionally, the role integrates cross-cutting themes such as gender equality and safeguarding into all project activities.
What you'll do
- Provide technical oversight for CMAM, IMAM, MNCH, and PHC programs.
- Supervise and mentor health staff, nutrition teams, and community workers.
- Design and deliver competency-based training for health workers and volunteers.
- Manage supply chain forecasting and stock monitoring for essential medical items.
- Lead data analysis and reporting using DHIS2 to track key program indicators.
- Represent the organization in health and nutrition cluster meetings.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Medicine, Public Health, Nutrition, or Nursing.
- Master’s degree in Public Health or Nutrition preferred.
- Minimum 5–7 years of relevant humanitarian health and nutrition experience.
- Proven experience in CMAM/IMAM implementation and health systems strengthening.
- Experience working in refugee or emergency settings.
- Strong proficiency in DHIS2 and data analysis tools.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Action Against Hunger – USA provides all staff with an attractive salary and benefits package, including equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, or disability.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary focus of this role?
The Specialist is responsible for the technical leadership, quality assurance, and strategic oversight of health and nutrition interventions, specifically targeting vulnerable populations like children under five and pregnant women.
What are the core educational requirements?
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine, Public Health, Nutrition, or Nursing, with a Master's degree in Public Health or Nutrition being highly preferred.
Is this position remote?
No, the role involves direct oversight of implementation at Mantapala Rural Health Centre and community platforms, requiring an in-office/field-based presence.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job description, though the organization provides an attractive salary and benefits package.
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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