Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Dakar, Senegal
Deadline for submission: May 26, 2021
About us
At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference.
Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 400 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.
If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.
Know our team
.Nutrition International’s Program Operations Unit is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of Nutrition International’s core program interventions including program development, design, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting, and grant management, including setting annual operational planning, budgeting and review processes. The unit comprises a global team of professionals located in our 10 core countries across Asia, Africa and our headquarters in Ottawa, Canada. Currently, Nutrition International is seeking applications for Senior Program Officer, Adolescent and Women Nutrition and Health to be based in Dakar, Senegal.
About you
You will have a master’s degree in Reproductive Health, Public Health, Community Health, Nutrition or Nursing/Midwifery. At least 5 years’ experience in maternal health, midwifery, or public health. Experience of reproductive health programs, in supervising MNH programs, and in program/project implementation/supervision, monitoring and evaluation. Experience with micronutrient supplementation programs for pregnant mothers is desirable. Excellent interpersonal, IT, teamworking, and presentation skills. Fluent in written and spoken English and French and ideally Wolof.
About the role
In this role you will be:
What we offer
A competitive market pay, health and dental benefits and pension plan, flexible work hours, work from home, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays) and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment. Read more to know more about us Top Employers of National Capital Region 2020.
This contract is up to June 2024 position with a possibility of extension subject to funds availability and other factors. Selected candidates must have current legal entitlement to work in Senegal. We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.
For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description,Please click on the Apply button below to submit your application.