Nutrition Intern-Helen Keller International

Specific Goals

1. Ensure the project’s successful implementation:

• Collaborate with the Nutrition Program Manager to develop a comprehensive monthly activity work plan and consistently monitor progress.
• Provide support to the Nutrition Program Manager in creating high-quality monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual reports.
• Integrate the project plans into the County health and nutrition annual work plan (AWPs) for seamless coordination.
• Actively participate in county planning and coordination meetings to foster effective communication.

2. Monitor project progress and document achievements:

• Track and assess project performance while meticulously documenting the accomplishments.
• Capture compelling human interest stories and identify best practices from the project’s execution, facilitating learning and replication in other project areas.
• Conduct day-to-day monitoring of the project’s activities and offer constructive feedback to enhance its performance.
• Plan and execute project data reviews, documented findings and recommendations, and collaborated with counties to implement agreed-upon actions.

3. Organize project coordination forums with internal and external stakeholders:

• Engage in technical working groups and coordination forums with stakeholders at the county level.
• Establish efficient communication channels and foster collaboration with County and sub-county health management teams.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, public health, or an equivalent field.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English and Swahili.
• Possess a solid understanding of vitamin A supplementation and deworming program policies and strategies in Kenya.

Competencies

• Proficient in data analysis and adept at producing high-quality reports.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, overseeing multiple responsibilities while setting clear objectives.
• Skilled in using computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Exhibits creativity, an open-minded approach, flexibility, and a strong drive for self-learning.
• Works well within a team, displaying excellent interpersonal skills.

The application deadline is 31st July 2023.

Method of Application