Nutrition Humanitarian Support Personnel

PURPOSE:

Help meet the immediate survival needs and reduce suffering in conflict or disaster affected populations during an emergency. HSP are expected to be deployed in the field, either in an emergency or roving capacity, and must be able to deploy to the site of an emergency within 72 hours of notification.
HSP are deployed to either support existing country programmes in their emergency response, or initiate a new programme in the crisis zone. The overall responsibility of the Team is to rapidly and effectively support the on-site humanitarian response to meet the immediate needs of the affected population.
During emergency deployments, HSP will work under the direction of UNICEFs Country Management Team and will report to the Chief of Nutrition in the Country Office.

Responsible for / support the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of UNICEFs emergency response in activities and results related to Nutrition; ensuring overall efficiency, effectiveness and delivery of results in accordance with UNICEFs (CCCs) and national and international humanitarian standards.
HSP will support UNICEFs emergency response in crisis situations, through deployment to affected Country Offices, in full contact and consultation with Regional and Country Offices, and in close collaboration with HQ. Provide support to implementation of emergency programmes.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Emergency Response
Under the technical guidance of the chief of Nutrition Programme or Nutrition Manager, and the direct supervision of the head of UNICEF field office, the selected candidate will:

• Provide technical assistance to assess the women and child nutrition situation.
• Develop strategies and implementation frameworks (revised annual work plan) in consultation with key partners such as the UN partners (WFP, WHO), the MOH and NGO Partners
• Provide technical assistance to government officials and partners in the delivering a comprehensive package of nutrition services (e.g. infant and young child feeding practices, micronutrient supplementation, treatment of acute malnutrition) as per national/international standards.
• When countries have not been cluster activated the candidate will provide technical support to the Government to ensure adequate coordination with key stakeholders
• Support country teams with the identification of key partnerships for implementation of priority actions
• Follow up on implementation of the revised nutrition AWP
• Undertake frequent field visits to all affected sites to monitor implementation of activities
• Identify opportunities and constraints and any adjustments needed
• Monitor and document the current nutrition situation to feed into project proposals and reporting documents.

Non-Emergency (While not deployed)

• Provide support as required to the UNICEF office in the home country or to the NYHQ.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced university degree in Public Health and/or Medical Sciences.
• Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in humanitarian situations in developing countries in the field of nutrition in emergencies
• Fluency in English (verbal and written) and French.

Communication - Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing; effectively presenting thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise, and readily understood manner. Listen to and acknowledges others' perspectives and views.

Builds, maintains, and leverages a diverse network of contacts, strategic partnerships and alliances with donors, as well as other UN Agencies, NGOs, intergovernmental organisations, international financial institutions, media and civil society.

Team Leadership - Energizes, inspires, and develops others by creating a shared vision, demonstrates model performance and professionalism, and recognizes and rewards results.

Cooperates and works effectively with others in the pursuit of common goals respecting different gender, culture, opinions, values, perspectives, ideas, skills, expertise, knowledge, and experiences

Judgement - Able to make effective, realistic, and impactful decisions based on limited information and time, logical inferences, experiences, and the consideration of implications, alternatives, and consequences.

Flexibility - Works effectively on multiple assignments simultaneously in an emergency setting and adapts to changing demands and circumstances; adaptable and ready to travel with little or short notice.

Managing stress - Performs effectively in unstable, uncertain, or potentially dangerous environments while maintaining physical and mental health.

Core Values:

• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Integrity

Core Competencies:

• Communication
• Working with People
• Drive for Results

REMARKS:
* This is a consultant position. The contract may be renewed after the initial period based upon performance and funding situation.
* HSP will be based in the home country and competitive salary will be offered.

How to apply:

This is an SSA position.

How to apply:

If you would like to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, please apply to the link below no later than 2 July 2014.

https://careers.unicef.org/posting_apply?param=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9NTNBM...

If you have not yet registered with UNICEF Employment, please click on the link below and complete the Registration form. https://careers.unicef.org/registration

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.