Associate Nutrition and Food Security Officer

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Juba (South Sudan)

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Application deadline 3 years ago: Tuesday 2 Feb 2021 at 23:59 UTC

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This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

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Eligibility criteria

Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations.

Description of task

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Senior Public Health Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Associate Nutrition and Food Security Officer will: oversee and supervise the nutrition and food security issues, provide technical guidance to partners, monitor and evaluate the program in refugee operation in Juba, South Sudan. The incumbent will work very closely with UNHCR partners, other UN agencies, government counterparts and donors thus need to demonstrate strong coordination, representational, networking and negotiation skills.

Key functions include:
Assess the nutrition and food security needs and map resources and capacities, together with partners in order to propose technical solutions and strategies, prioritize needs and provide the most appropriate and timely response to refugees and other persons.
Provide technical leadership, technical support and guidance to implementing and operational partners, including on the integration of a nutrition component into the overall primary health care programmes and curative services
Monitor and evaluate nutrition and food security programmes against UNHCR and international standards to ensure that programmes are evidence-based and implemented in a comprehensive and cost-effective manner; this will include data analysis, interpretation and monitoring of programme impact.
Coordinate Nutrition and Food Security programmes at Juba level supporting the various field locations; and work in a coordinated approach in co-operation with governments, other UN agencies, UNHCR partners, and other humanitarian partners.
Support the formulation and submission of projects proposals including budget to respond to the assessed and prioritized needs in collaboration with partners and UNHCR programme
Work closely with UNHCR programme, field and protection staff to identify priority nutrition issues and key data requirements for programme planning and monitoring to ensure that minimum UNHCR and international standards are being met.
Assess the training needs of nutrition and / or health workers on nutrition and develop a relevant training programme targeting them.
Build the technical capacity of UNHCR partners including training and inclusion of nutrition and food security into cross cutting issues such as HIV/AIDS.
Ensure that the UNHCR responsibilities and obligations in the WFP/UNHCR `Memorandum of Understanding’, and the nutrition components of UNHCR/UNICEF Letter of Understanding are implemented.
In collaboration with the country office, WFP and partners, coordinate and provide technical support to Joint Assessment Missions (JAMs), nutrition surveys, food security assessments as well as implementation of the JAM and nutrition survey recommendations.
Ensure regular updates and share information within UNHCR as well as with relevant stakeholders on the nutritional status and needs of the Jam Jang refugee operation
In collaboration with World Food Program, participate in the joint Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM), Food Basket Monitoring (FBM) as well as General Food Distribution (GFD).
Contribute to standard setting and monitoring of nutrition and food security programme, and maintain a sound surveillance system through the health and nutrition information system, Middle Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) screening and none-Health Information System (HIS) programs systems
Submit regular nutrition reports including weekly updates, monthly, mid-year, and annual reports, as well as other reports when required.
Advocate, inform, and communicate amongst stakeholders to ensure that refugee nutrition issues are addressed and that the nutritional needs and status of refugees and other persons of concern to UNHCR are appropriately documented and disseminated.
Support the prioritization of the Nutrition and food assistance strategy and participate in the programming cycle to draw proposals and budgets related to nutrition and food assistance.
Perform any other duties required by the supervisor.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required degree level:

Bachelor degree or equivalent

Education - Additional Comments:

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or equivalent) in a relevant area Human Nutrition, Food Security or scientific related field

Required experience:

36 Months

Experience remark:

At least 3 years of professional work experience ((2 years with Advanced University degree) at the national and/or international level in nutrition, food security , or public health-nutrition components; experience with refugee settings is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization;
Proficiency in computer software such as MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, ENA, Nutval, Epinfo
Confirmed experience in nutrition and food security programme implementation, monitoring and coordination

Language skills:

English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
Arabic(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge

Area of expertise:

Monitoring and evaluation, Food safety and nutrition

Area of expertise details:

professional work experience ((2 years with Advanced University degree) at the national and/or international level in nutrition, food security , or public health-nutrition components; experience with refugee settings is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization;
Proficiency in computer software such as MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, ENA, Nutval, Epinfo
Confirmed experience in nutrition and food security programme implementation, monitoring and coordination
Demonstrated experience of the latest developments and technology in Nutrition and food security (e.g. CMAM, IYCF, Use of Food supplementation products,SMART survey methodology, Cash/Voucher programming, Nutrition and other sectors (Public health, WASH, Livelihood etc.) linkages.
Demonstrated experience in organizing and conducting nutrition and food security related training activities
Proven technical expertise in the area of nutrition and food security assessments including multi indicator surveys, rapid screenings and assessments
Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
Sound security awareness;
Have affinity with or interest in assistance of refugees and other affected populations volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.
Driving license required: No

b) Competencies and values:

Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNHCR; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNHCR procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented;
Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNHCR in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority;
Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues;
Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities;
Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;
Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary;
Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNHCR ’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

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Competencies values:

Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Knowledge Sharing, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Technological Awareness, Working in Teams