Nutrition Officer

Moyale, Kenya

Contracted

Experienced

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in Kenya. Our mission is to timely, effectively, and innovatively deliver humanitarian services with respect, in solidarity and accountability to our stakeholders, our communities and affected populations.   The Society is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the following position:

Position: Nutrition Officers (2)
Reporting to:Camp Manager
Location: Moyale

Job Summary
The role of this position is to provide and coordinate technical day-to-day operational support to Health and Nutrition programming in emergency and developmental projects and initiatives ensuring effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluation of community-based nutrition programmes to address emerging nutrition issues , support integration of nutrition actions in emergency preparedness and response, as well as support generation of knowledge and documentation of best practices in the field of Emergency Nutrition. The Post holder will oversee the implementation of the project initiatives in close collaboration with Regional and county teams in Marsabit County
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

To support the overall implementation of the project, including reporting, financial management and monitoring in various project sites.
Support effective integration with county health and development plans, systems and service delivery structures;
Ensure that project volunteers and staff at field level have necessary tools for implementation of the planned community work including relevant adapted IEC materials.
Maintain budget and track expenditures/transactions
Coordinate with Regional technical officers and other project officers to ensure implementation of emergency interventions and the general appeal are geared towards realizing intended health and nutritional outcomes as well as contributing to realization of overall project goals.
Participate in Health and Nutrition Technical working groups and other health forums as assigned to articulate issues related to humanitarian relief services.
Coordinate the consolidation of data generated on integrated health and nutrition outreaches as well as other nutrition assessments on a monthly basis to enhance monitoring of the health and nutrition situation and guiding response actions.
Ensure all the affected counties report on monitoring compliance with the Breast Milk Substitutes Act (2012) and its regulations (2021) and any violations identified with the relevant sector tools during emergencies.
Support the dissemination of nutrition specific sensitization packages to existing Red Cross Action Teams at Branch and Regional level to enhance their response capacity during emergencies
Coordinate with supply chain function to ensure stockpiling is carried out through prepositioning of emergency items at various warehouses for timely distribution to the affected communities
Prepare weekly updates and periodic progress reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement
Ensure project nutrition actions meet required standards and thresholds for performance and quality.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of Nutrition and Dietetics, Public health, humanitarian relief and emergency issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering
Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant documentation
Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including the ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and political issues
Demonstrated technical expertise in project planning and budgeting as well as programme monitoring and evaluation
Demonstrated competence in resource mobilization including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals
Ability to maintain high standards of personal integrity; establishing productive relationships; treating individuals with fairness and respect
Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet
Ability to monitor project against milestones, double-check the accuracy of information to discover weaknesses and strive for high-quality performance.
Ability to coordinate nutrition specific and nutrition sensitive programing for resilience building.
Ability to establish and foster Partnerships to advance the project goal and advocate for gender-sensitive programming.
A good understanding of community work, development programming, and effective project management.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience: 
  

Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics, Community Nutrition or equivalent qualifications
Demonstratable experience and understanding of Nutrition-specific and nutrition sensitive programming as well as Maternal Infant and Young Child Nutrition in Emergencies
At least two (2) years field experience, preferably 2 years’ experience with an NGO and or MoH implementing nutrition or public health programmes .
Strong background in training and commitment to capacity building.
Excellent planning and organizational skills.
Project management skills including Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
Coordination and networking
Excellent written and spoken English.
Strong computer skills, ability to work both as an individual and as a team leader, and under stress in what can be a harsh environment.

Availability and Deployment Conditions

Successful candidates should be available for immediate deployment.
Willing and able to serve for a minimum period of 30 days.
Medically fit and available to work in a remote and potentially insecure operational environment.
Able to comply with organizational security protocols and operational procedures
Please specify your volunteering experience if any (Branch and period of volunteerism)

Equal Opportunity

The Kenya Red Cross Society are equal opportunity employer and does not charge/accept any amount or security deposits from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, nationality, race, or disability.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply strictly through the link below by sharing CV and cover letter and attaching the documents below.

https://redcross.applytojob.com/apply/36Svtjou5Q/Nutrition-Officer

Valid professional practicing license
National identification document/passport copy
Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates
Testimonials, recommendations, or performance reports from previous deployments/operations, where available

To reach us not later than 3rd of November 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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