Nutrition Project Officer at We Effect

We Effect is a development organisation founded by the Swedish cooperative movement in 1958 to support the development of democratic organisations and societies. In our international development cooperation programmes, we are applying a human rights-based approach supporting people living in poverty to secure their rights.

We Effect works in around 20 countries in Asia, Europe, Latin America and Africa through our regional offices in partnership with local CSO’s, farmer organisations, cooperative federations and other democratic organisations. For more information, see www.weeffect.se/www.weeffect.org/ https://latin.weeffect.org/

Position: Nutrition Project Officer
Location: Lilongwe, Malawi
Project: Nourishing Futures – Empowering Malawi’s Civil Society for Sustainable Nutrition

Main Roles and Responsibilities of the Nutrition Project Officer

• Provide technical guidance for project design, planning, and coordination.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to align project goals.
• Develop and follow up on project plans and ensure timely reporting.
• Manage day-to-day project activities in collaboration with partner organizations.
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to technical standards.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor progress and address challenges.
• Develop training materials and facilitate workshops for stakeholders.
• Capacity building of local civil society organizations (CSOs).
• Serve as the primary contact between the project team and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with governmental and non-governmental organizations for support.
• Develop advocacy strategies targeting CSOs, policymakers, and local communities.
• Engage with food processors to promote adherence to food fortification standards.
• Implement a Planning Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (PMEAL) system.
• Analyze project results for evidence-based decision-making.
• Manage project budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Provide regular financial updates to senior management and donors.
• Maintain detailed records of project activities and generate reports for stakeholders.
• Document lessons learned to improve future project activities

Qualifications for the Nutrition Project Officer

• Education: a minimum of university degree (Master’s degree added advantage) in human nutrition, Public Health.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in managing nutrition programs, with expertise in food fortification and project management. Knowledge and experience in infant food nutrition and advocacy and capacity building of local CSOs will be an added advantage.

• Project Coordination: Proven experience in coordinating international donor-funded projects.
• Quality Assurance: Experience in conducting quality assurance on reports and program documents.
• Capacity Building: Background in providing capacity strengthening, mentoring, and support to organizations.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Strong knowledge of planning, monitoring, evaluation methodologies, and data analysis.
• Data Skills: Familiarity with statistical packages and qualitative data analysis software.
• Communication: Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Financial Management: Skills in budget analysis and financial management.
• Driver’s License: Holder of a valid driver’s license.

Method Of Application

Eligible Candidates meeting the above requisites for respective vacancy should submit their application with up to date CVs, with full contact details of at least three traceable professional referees, no later than 3rd January 2025 to [email protected]. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We Effect is an equal opportunity organization and female candidates are encouraged to apply. We Effect wants to be alerted on suspected discrimination, corruption or other serious misconduct during the recruitment process. To make us aware, do not hesitate to use our Whistleblowing System.