NUTRITION OFFICER – CARE International in Zimbabwe 158 views

Job Description

CARE is a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to fighting poverty and
social injustice with a special emphasis on women and girls. CARE began working
in Zimbabwe in 1992 in response to severe regional drought and has since
expanded programming to address longer-term development issues. The
organization seeks to recruit outstanding candidates who are known for their
excellence, professionalism, integrity and who are committed to providing
support to the country office. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for
the position posted below:
Position: NUTRITION OFFICER
Base station: MUTARE
ABOUT THE PROJECT
CARE Zimbabwe and its program partners, will implement a European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO) funded project to provide emergency assistance to the most vulnerable households affected by drought in priority districts of Zimbabwe. These organizations
will collaborate to deliver integrated support to the most at-risk households in Gokwe North and Mutare Districts. The assistance will include food voucher aid to address immediate food needs during the peak lean season spanning four months, coupled with initiatives aimed at preventing undernutrition, facilitating referrals, enhancing institutional capacity for community management of acute malnutrition, and facilitating mobile community.

POSITION SUMMARY
Dedicated and experienced Nutrition Officer to play a crucial role in developing,
implementing, and evaluating nutrition programs to improve community health
outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES
The roles and responsibilities of a nutrition officer will include the following:
• Assessment and Planning: Conducting assessments of nutritional needs within the
community or target population. Developing nutrition programs and interventions based
on assessment findings.
• Nutritional Counselling: Providing individual or group counselling on nutrition, diet, and
healthy eating habits. Offering guidance on meal planning, portion control, and dietary
modifications.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitoring the nutritional status of individuals or groups
over time. Evaluating the effectiveness of nutrition programs and making adjustments as
needed.
• Education and Training: Conducting educational sessions on nutrition and health for
community members, healthcare providers, or other stakeholders. Training staff or
volunteers on nutrition-related topics and best practices.
• Collaboration: Collaborating with healthcare professionals, community organizations,
and government agencies to coordinate nutrition initiatives.
• Advocacy: Advocating for policies and programs that address food insecurity,
malnutrition, and other nutrition-related issues. Raising awareness about the
importance of nutrition for overall health and well-being.

Qualifications and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, Public Health, or a related field; Master’s degree
preferred
• Registered Dietitian (RD) certification is a plus
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in nutrition programs, preferably in public
health or community settings
• Strong knowledge of nutrition guidelines, best practices, and public health
nutrition issues in Zimbabwe
• Excellent analytical and data management skills
• Proficiency in nutrition-related software and tool