Health and Nutrition Specialist (UNICEF Accelerate)

UN Children's Fund - UNICEF

Volunteer Closes 05 Sep 2026 14 days left

Overview

Support the implementation of the Health and Nutrition workplan aligned with the Multi-Country Programme, conduct data analysis, and provide technical support to primary health care services.


Key Responsibilities
  • Support implementation of the Health and Nutrition workplan aligned with the Multi-Country Programme
  • Conduct data analysis and situation assessments to inform planning
  • Strengthen routine monitoring, including field visits and reporting
  • Provide technical support to primary health care services, including maternal, newborn and child health
  • Strengthen service delivery quality, including immunization and community-based services
  • Support development of policies, guidelines and use of data for decision-making
  • Support implementation of core nutrition interventions (IYCF, micronutrients, undernutrition management)
  • Contribute to multi-sectoral coordination for nutrition outcomes
  • Support behaviour changes and community engagement initiatives
  • Maintain partnerships with government ministries and stakeholders
  • Support engagement with development partners and preparation of reports and briefs
  • Contribute to coordination and joint programming initiatives
  • Document programme results and lessons learned
  • Support evidence generation and communication products
  • Contribute to visibility of UNICEF-supported results
Required Experience
  • 3 years
  • Experience in programme management, monitoring and reporting
  • Technical expertise in health systems strengthening and/or nutrition programming
  • Experience in donor engagement and partnership management
  • Strong communication and coordination skills
  • Ability to work in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
  • Experience in small island or fragile contexts is an asset
Qualifications

Master's degree in public health, nutrition, epidemiology, medicine or related disciplines.

Other Details
Languages Required
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
12 months (with possibility of extension)
Work Modality
Onsite
Remuneration
Not specified
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