Program Officer

6 days ago

Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan Nutrition International Full time

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Title: Program Officer (Zinc Program), Pakistan

Location: Islamabad, Pakistan

Deadline for submission: April 20, 2025

About us

Nutrition International (NI) is a global organization dedicated to delivering proven nutrition interventions to those who need them most. Working in partnership with countries, donors, and implementers, our experts conduct cutting-edge nutrition research, support critical policy formulation, and integrate nutrition into a broader development agenda. For more than 30 years now, we have focused on delivering low-cost, high-impact nutrition interventions to people in need, driven by our mission to achieve a world where everyone, everywhere, is free from malnutrition and able to reach their full potential. Our work is guided by a dedicated and talented team of experts working globally, regionally and within countries to end malnutrition worldwide.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.

About you

You should have a Master's degree in Social Sciences, Public Health and/or a related field. A minimum experience of around 4 to 6 years, working in the Public Health Sector is required, experience of working in similar diarrhea management program with Zinc & LOORS would be an added value. You will also come with a demonstrated knowledge and understanding of government policies and programs to address nutrition in Pakistan.

Fluency in English and Urdu is a prerequisite.

About the role

The key objective of this position is to provide support for planning, implementation and monitoring of the Zinc Program to improve the uptake of Zinc and LOORS through a variety of activities which include advocacy, capacity building, supplies, raising awareness etc. Under the guidance and supervision of the National Program Officer, Child Survival and Development (NPO-CS&D), the Program Officer will be responsible for the successful implementation of the Zinc program – ensuring the program is delivered on time, within budget, and to a quality standard. In this role you will be responsible to:

  1. Develop Annual Implementation and spending plans as per the approved project document.
  2. Develop the detailed yearly, quarterly & monthly plans to ensure implementation of the project based on AIP & ASP.
  3. Support the NPO-CS&D to clearly articulate the need for the project and the problem it aims to solve or the opportunity it seeks to capitalize on.
  4. Support the NPO-CS&D to identify, assess, and plan for potential risks that could impact the project's success. Develop mitigation strategies.
  5. Foster strong partnerships with the DoH, relevant directorates, other government departments, Non-Governmental Organizations, donors and other stakeholders working in nutrition sector, academia, and research institutes.
  6. Maintain constant liaison & work closely with the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP), M/o NHSR&C along with provincial health departments. Provincial health department includes working with programs such as the Integrated Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition (IRMNCH&N) Program, Directorates of Nutrition, Family Planning, and Primary Healthcare (FP&PHC) in all provinces, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB). The Program Officer (PO) will also engage with key stakeholders, including UN organizations, international NGOs and implementing partners.
  7. Advocacy with the provincial governments on allocation of adequate funds for the procurement of Zinc & LOORS for diarrhoea management.
  8. Undertake regular monitoring visits to the districts as per monthly plan to provide technical support to the implementing partners and share visit reports.

For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description

What we offer

Nutrition International offers a highly competitive market pay, including health and wellness benefits, medical insurance, accidental insurance plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment. Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodation due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.

How to apply?

Nutrition International is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

To apply please click on the Apply Now button to submit your application.

The closing date for receiving applications is April 20, 2025.

Only short-listed candidates will receive an acknowledgment and will be called for personal interactions. The starting salary for this position is PKR 26,04,700 /- per annum. We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

NI is a non-smoking work environment.

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