Medair Nutrition Project Manager Job 2015

Job Description

Medair

Vacancy: Nutrition Project Manager, South SudanKey Responsibilities

Manage the emergency nutrition project(s) in order to meet the project objectives within a set budget and within the allotted time frame

Provide strong leadership of the emergency nutrition project(s)

Contribute to development and implementation of an appropriate and effective nutrition strategy

Set clear objectives and indicators for nutrition assessments and interventions

Continuously monitor and supervise emergency nutrition activities and evaluating progress

Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability in all aspects of the project

Decide on new activities and new project sites and provide input regarding future project growth and changes

Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities according to the set formats, timeframes and standards

Develop and maintain appropriate, regular, transparent and supportive communication structures with all the stakeholders involved

Develop and maintain good relationships with all the nutrition actors to ensure good cooperation and partnerships

Staff management including line management, recruitment, training, coaching and performance management

Drafting and managing the nutrition budget

Ensure nutrition supplies and equipment are ordered on time to ensure adequate stock

Responsible for ensuring field team compliance with security procedures

Minimum Requirements

Degree in Nutrition and/or or related field

2 years working in a nutrition programme in the context of a developing country and in a similar capacity

Excellent communication skills (oral & written), fluent in English, Arabic an added advantage

Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Word and Excel, computer programmes

High sense of responsibility, good organisational, coordination and problem solving skills

Flexibility and willingness to work extended and irregular hours due to emergencies

Good interpersonal skills, team player and able to work in a diverse cultural environment

How to Apply

Applications including a detailed CV with full contact details of three referees and a cover letter describing how you consider yourself suitable against the key responsibilities should be sent to: jobs-sds@southsudan.medair.org

Application deadline: 5th August 2015

Only short listed candidates will be contacted