Analyst, Nutrition Program

Job Description

This position will be based in Tamale and will require extensive travel across the northern regions in Ghana.

Responsibilities
Support the Senior Program Manager in providing Technical Assistance to the Ministry of Health/Ghana Health Service on the review of CMAM guidelines, training manuals and protocols.
Execute the day-to-day activities for the RUTF program with focus on the northern sector of Ghana.
Work with Regional Health Directorates and selected facilities during program implementation.
Coordinate nutrition program implementation in the northern regions.
Conduct baseline assessment and mapping of CMAM sites in-country.
Support capacity building of healthcare workers on management of acute malnutrition.
Support government to develop e-learning modules for capacity building on management of severe acute malnutrition.
Track and assess program deliverables in line with program outputs.
Support grant proposal writing for future nutrition-related opportunities.
Provide input and periodic updates to donors and partners on project activities.
Perform other responsibilities, as assigned by the Country Director.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, public health, epidemiology, social sciences, or related fields.
Up to 5 years’ experience working in public health supporting MOH programs.
Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience working and communicating with government officials and multilateral organizations.
Experience in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting for public health projects.
Willingness to travel.
Advantages
Experience living or working in Ghana and within the health system.
Demonstrated experience working in MNCH& N programs.
Experience with project coordination.
Knowledge in procurement and supply chain management.