Nutrition Specialist

The Nutrition Specialist will: Supervise IYCF activities in static and mobile Baby Corners Build strategic partnerships on field Supervision and technical support for field staff and Officers in charge Submit ad hoc nutrition and health report to the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer To support technically each Public Health Field Officer in improving their performance Under delegation from the Project Manager, coordinate AVSI’s activities with other health stakeholders in Marjayoun, Bent-Jbeil and Nabatiyeh Assist Program Manager in the development and/or procurement of guidelines and supplies required for program activities Continually assess and adjust program design and interventions with Program Manager in order to address ongoing needs of the population Participate in the liaison with local authorities, NGOs and other stakeholders under delegation from the Project Perform any other relevant duties as required     Preferred Requirements: Degree in management or administration of health systems / public health (a master degree is a plus); at least three (3) years of experience in the health system Excellent planning and organizational skills At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar role in the development and humanitarian sector with an international NGO working with and through partners Computer skills and report writing experience Experiences in health education and nutrition Networking and team building skills will be required. Mother tongue Arabic speaker Good knowledge of English and/or French language – spoken and written skills. Valid driving licence (2 years minimum) willing to travel locally (Nabatiyeh, Marjayoun, Bent-Jbeil districts)