Purpose: To manage and responsible for the successful implementation of WV NER Nutrition Pilot Program in Sindhupalchowk District through the Partner NGO.  

Job Responsibilities: 

• Develop a project work plan
• Orientate Social Mobilisers, Field Officer, Heath Officer and Project Coordinator on intervention and project design
• Coordinate with DME Officer and Accountability Officer for recruitment of participants into study and data collection
• Conduct a short literature review of nutrition based programs and research in Nepal and abroad
• Lead focus group discussions in Sindupalchowk to collect rich information about cultivation and eating practices of pregnant women
• Train, support and monitor Social Mobilizers and PNGO Officers to implement intervention and collect appropriate data
• Write analysis report from literature review and FGD results
• Submit report to Sindhupalchowk DC and Health Advisor on a bi-weekly basis.
• Input data to spreadsheet on a bi-weekly basis
• Work with DME to analyzes results
• Write final research report etc.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience required:

• Masters of Public Health or Nutrition preferable, at least three years’ work experience, preferably within an NGO or in a field setting.
• Good knowledge on the latest development thinking on Health and Nutrition programming, especially around behavior change and gold   standards
• Clear and concise writing and analytical skills to capture data and write report
• Basic understanding program cycle including project planning, design, monitoring, evaluation and experience working on grant funded programs
• Experience of working with consultants / advisors, including from other countries as well as with Government officials
• Have positive learning attitude and concern for the poor and vulnerable people with a high level of integrity and honesty, self-motivation, confident and independent.
• Understanding of interagency standards such as MISP, Mental Health Guidelines, Gender guidelines etc.
• Strong background in Nutrition programming and research is desirable.
• This position will be based in Sindhupalchowk but will require regular travel to Kathmandu (up to 30%) to ensure technical collaboration with Health Sector Manager and support functions.  

TO APPLY,

Candidates fulfilling the criteria and interested in working with us need to send their updated CV/Resume by 13 March 2016 to the email [email protected]

Only short-listed candidates will be called for the subsequent selection procedure. 
WVI-NER reserves all rights to qualify/disqualify applications in any case.
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