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GIRLS’ EDUCATION AND WOMEN’S EMPOWERNMENT AND LIVELIHOODS FOR HUMAN CAPITAL PROJECT (GEWEL 2)
The Government of the Republic of Zambia is implementing the GEWEL 2 Project with support from the International Development Association (IDA) and the Global Financing Facility under the auspices of the World Bank.
The Project Development Objective (PDO) statement is to promote human capital development and productivity among poor and vulnerable girls and women, while strengthening adaptive social protection delivery systems.
The Ministry of Health will implement the nutrition component of the programme at Community and Health Centre Levels, while other Ministries will implement other components of the GEWEL2 Project. In this regard, the Ministry of Health with the support of World Bank is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the under listened vacant positions:
JOB TITLE: NUTRITION SPECIALIST
DUTY STATION: MINISTRY OF HEALTH HEADQUARTERS, LUSAKA
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Nutrition Specialist will be reporting to the Project Coordinator and shall be responsible for:
i. Ensuring that the nutrition components of the Project is fully and timely implemented as well as meets its objective while remaining in full compliance with the national and World Bank instruments that govern Project implementation.
ii. Guidelines and Technical Assistant (TA)
a) Ensure availability of guidelines for nutrition interventions;
b) Lead the implementation of nutrition project development planning and management in the PIU;
c) Provide TA, Support and supervise tasks related in (a) and (b) at national and subnational levels;
d) Organize and contribute to implementation of support missions.
iii. Capacity Building
a) Proactively organizes the enhancement of capacity of self and the staff at national and sub-national levels through training and self-learning:
b) Develop and undertake training of staff and volunteers in nutrition activities of the Project;
c) Organize planning, training, peer support and mentorship for PIU, national and subnational staff;
d) Provides nutrition technical support to non-PIU staff and stakeholders at all levels (national, provincial and district as may be required)
e) Ensure availability of relevant training materials and job aids for reference at service points
iv. Planning
a) Ensure availability of planning guides for nutrition interventions
b) Ensure effective planning and implementation of the planned activities
c) Set and review targets for all indicators to ensure realism against project timeline, implementation progress, and deliverables;
d) Verify whether the proposed activities are well aligned with the National policies and World Bank guidelines;
e) Provide support to the PIU in the planning of nutrition project activities; and
f) As requested, participate in relevant meetings, seminars, symposiums, and workshops.
v. Nutrition Data collection, management, and analysis for Reporting
a) Review and improve data collection protocols including source, methodology, responsibility, and timing of indicator monitoring and reporting.
b) Support development of tools for collecting and analyzing nutrition data
c) Lead reporting on nutrition interventions in the PIU and preparation of nutrition component reports (Semester, Mid-term, Completion);
d) Lead the consolidation of the nutrition subcomponent reports in Project reports (Semester, Mid-term, Completion); and
e) Produce other reports as relevant to ensure compliance with Project reporting requirements;
vi. Supplies and commodities
a) Plan for procurement and supply of Multiple Micro- Nutrients Supplements (MMS) and Multiple Nutrient Powders (MNP) to Project districts;
b) Ensure procurement of nutrition supplies conforms to World Bank procurement guidelines; and
c) Monitor the supply systems for nutrition products and track the utilisation at district level.
vii. Technical support, supervision and mentorship
a) Plan and undertake TSS in the subnational levels
b) Plan and undertake mentorship to staff in the subnational levels
viii. Quality Assurance and Improvement
a) Review and evaluate the quality of project implementation
b) Plan and support implementation of QA/QI activities in the districts
viii. Communication
a) Support project Visibility and Communication Strategy (VACS); develop a mechanism for sharing nutrition information generated by the M&E system.
b) Design and maintain a stakeholder database in collaboration with safeguards specialists and the Communications Assistant.
c) Report on the project progress in TWGS and prepare reports for the PSC and ICC and other relevant platforms
xi. Carry out other tasks as deemed necessary by the PIU
QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate must have:
a) A full Grade Twelve (12)/Form 5 School Certificate with a minimum of five (5) ‘O level credits or better including English Language and Mathematics,
b) Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition from a reputable and recognized University.
c) A Master’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition or Public Health from an accredited university will be an added advantage.
d) Must be a registered member of relevant regulatory body.
EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCES
i. At least ten (10) years of relevant experience in the above areas of which five (5) years should be at Senior Management with experience in multi- sectoral implementation of nutrition interventions including policy strategic analysis, stakeholder engagement and project management in public health nutrition;
iii. Proven experience in leading multi-stakeholder work plans and results-based management; Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
iv. Computer literate with skills in Excel, Word, Power point,
V. Ability to provide direction, vision, coach/mentor team members, sound judgment, issue & conflict resolution, and effective decision making;
vi. Ability to improve performance and satisfaction, team building, build and manage interpersonal relationships, influence, and win respect, role modelling and fairness;
vii. Ability to actively listen, adapt, persuade, and transform.
vill. Ability to get things done, managing deliverables and milestones on time/within budget/meeting project needs; and
ix. Ability to work in multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary teams and in a fast-paced environment.
Application Mode
a) All applications should clearly state the position being applied for on the envelope and must be lodged directly with the Ministry of Health to the address below:
The Permanent Secretary- (Administration)
Ministry of Health
Ndeke House
P.O. Box 30205
LUSAKA
b) All interested persons meeting the above qualifications and experience should send their written applications with certified copies of their National Registration Card, academic and professional qualifications, proof of membership to relevant regulatory body (where applicable), latest practicing license and a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three references including their contact numbers to the address given above.
Electronic applications will NOT be considered.
c) The closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 15th November, 2024. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Dr. George Sinyangwe
Permanent Secretary- Donor Coordination
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
