Nutrition Manager (Public Health)

TL;DR

Nutrition Manager (Public Health): Managing IRC Ethiopia nutrition activities in regional states with an accent on emergency nutrition response and development projects. Focus on coordinating multi-sectoral integrated approaches, capacity building for field teams, and ensuring compliance with donor regulations.

Location: Onsite in Ethiopia (Regional States)

Company

International humanitarian non-governmental organization responding to the world's worst humanitarian crises to restore health, safety, and economic wellbeing.

What you will do

• Lead emergency and non-emergency nutrition teams operating under the assigned Field Office.
• Coordinate integrated program implementation with WASH, ERD, and protection sectors to maximize effectiveness.
• Conduct nutrition field assessments, analyze reports, and provide technical guidance for emergency responses.
• Manage project budgets and implementation plans to ensure full compliance with donor regulations.
• Prepare regular technical updates, weekly/monthly reports, and contribute to proposal development.
• Collaborate with the MEAL team to track project indicators and utilize data for program improvement.

Requirements

• Degree or Master's in health fields such as public health, nursing, or midwifery.
• Minimum 3-4 years of work experience in nutrition programs at INGOs, including clinical and community-based programs.
• Practical experience in managing nutrition emergency and development programs.
• English proficiency is mandatory.
• Certification in CMAM/IMAM and IYCF.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of the local language.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to gender equality with parental leave and gender-sensitive security protocols.
• Inclusive work environment focusing on team engagement and professional conduct.
• Opportunity to work within a global team structure during critical humanitarian crises.