Nutrition and Health Head of Department at Action Against Hunge, April 2024

Action Against Hunger | ACF-International works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

Nutrition and Health Head of Department
Job Descriptions
You’ll Contribute to Ending World Hunger By:

Leading the definition of innovative strategies as well as to represent Action Against Hunger International in a leading role in the field of Nutrition and Health in Nigeria

Key Activities in your role will include:

To provide overall technical coherence, direction and quality assurance to ACF’s Nutrition & Health programming at a national level, considering development and emergency contexts.
To represent ACF and its positioning in external coordination, donor, and technical meetings/visits on technical and operational matters.
To support programmatic integration for specific activities.
To represent and position ACF in key national and regional initiatives.
To support, follow-up and further develop the ACF Nigeria research & pilot project portfolio in the areas of nutrition-specific and sensitive programming.

Requirements
You’re a seasoned Nutrition professional:

You have an advanced University degree (Masters) preferred in human nutrition, medical sciences or social sciences.
You have a Minimum five years experience of nutrition programs
You are disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously and with minimal guidance.
You have good diplomatic and negotiation skills.
You have experience in advocacy and policy development.
You have experience with nutrition and coverage surveys, and rapid nutrition assessments.
You have proven management and coordination skills (HR, projects, and stress management).
You have proven ability to translate analysis and evaluation into operational planning and strategy
You have experience with donor communications.

Benefits
Action Against Hunger values its employees and offers a comprehensive remuneration and benefits package. These include but are not limited to: –

Health Insurance
R&R Breaks
Paid annual leave (vacation)
Training opportunities
Child allowance.

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Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

Action Against Hunger saves lives while building long-term strategies for self-sufficiency:

Lifesaving impact in 45+ countries
6,500+ field staff assisting more than 14.9 million people in 2015
35+ years of expertise in contexts of conflict, disasters and food crises

Our global efforts save hundreds of thousands of lives each year, but millions of malnourished children remain in need of lifesaving treatment.

Why Our Work Matters

Deadly malnutrition claims the lives of 1 million children each year, even though it’s:

PREDICTABLE: We know where and when to expect acute malnutrition
PREVENTABLE: We know how to help children stay healthy
TREATABLE: Therapeutic ready-to-use foods can help save millions
AFFORDABLE: Just $45 can provide a child with lifesaving treatment

You can trust Action Against Hunger. Here’s why:

Highest four-star rating from Charity Navigator, ten years in a row
Listed as an “A”-rated organization by CharityWatch
We're accountable, meeting all 20 Better Business Bureau standards
Earned Guidestar's Gold Participant Seal for our commitment to transparency
Awarded the “Best in America” seal by the Independent Charities of America

What Others Are Saying

Don’t take it from us: here’s what others have to say of our work:

“Action Against Hunger is a NGO that is action oriented. I can truthfully say that they deliver services to those in need and are very present on the ground. They make lasting positive change in the lives of people. I worked for them in four countries and have a good understanding of how they work.”

– Holimata, Great Nonprofits Review

“Action Against Hunger is in war-torn countries that many fear to tread. They are technical people… that forgo the comforts of modern life to assist local populations and refugees at the most fundamental level in the most dangerous locales. They provide nutrition, healthcare, sanitation, and food sustainability. They train populations to be self-sufficient. Although these dedicated men and women want to eliminate the need for their services, humanity is not willing and forces them to witness the most heinous actions.”

– President Nelson Mandela, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2004

“As a field worker and a partner... I recommend Action Against Hunger as an effective and important organization. Through their integrated approach and expertise in nutrition, food security and water, sanitation and hygiene they are saving lives and improving them for years to come in some of the poorest parts of the planet.”

– Water Advocate, Great Nonprofits Review, Dec. 8, 2011

“Action Against Hunger—the title speaks for itself. This is a remarkable organization with a staff of energetic, enthusiastic and deeply committed people who are determined to make a difference to the lives of thousands of people. There are millions who do not have access to clean water, food, health services or education. They are condemned to a grinding life of poverty with no choices. Action Against Hunger is changing this. Their training programs are improving the quality of life and health and, above all, bringing hope to thousands in underdeveloped countries. I commend them for their outstanding work and welcome the opportunity to express my support.”

– Desmond Tutu, Archbishop Emeritus, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2006

“I’ve been covering humanitarian crises since the early 1990s and have often been impressed by the work of Action Against Hunger. They are among the first to respond when tragedies unfold, and they work to ensure that communities have a fighting chance to get back on their feet... The nightly news can often seem overwhelming, but it’s important to remember there are effective ways to fight hunger and overcome poverty, and along with groups like Action Against Hunger, you can become part of the solution.”

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Nutrition and Health Head of Department Job Descriptions You'll Contribute to Ending World Hunger By:

Leading the definition of innovative strategies as well as to represent Action Against Hunger International in a leading role in the field of Nutrition and Health in Nigeria

Key Activities in your role will include:

To provide overall technical coherence, direction and quality assurance to ACF's Nutrition & Health programming at a national level, considering development and emergency contexts.
To represent ACF and its positioning in external coordination, donor, and technical meetings/visits on technical and operational matters.
To support programmatic integration for specific activities.
To represent and position ACF in key national and regional initiatives.
To support, follow-up and further develop the ACF Nigeria research & pilot project portfolio in the areas of nutrition-specific and sensitive programming.

Requirements You’re a seasoned Nutrition professional:

You have an advanced University degree (Masters) preferred in human nutrition, medical sciences or social sciences.
You have a Minimum five years experience of nutrition programs
You are disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously and with minimal guidance.
You have good diplomatic and negotiation skills.
You have experience in advocacy and policy development.
You have experience with nutrition and coverage surveys, and rapid nutrition assessments.
You have proven management and coordination skills (HR, projects, and stress management).
You have proven ability to translate analysis and evaluation into operational planning and strategy
You have experience with donor communications.

Benefits Action Against Hunger values its employees and offers a comprehensive remuneration and benefits package. These include but are not limited to: -

Health Insurance
R&R Breaks
Paid annual leave (vacation)
Training opportunities
Child allowance.

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