Duties and responsibilities:
Program Planning and implementation
Participate in and develop annual, quarterly, monthly and weekly implementation plans for Health and nutrition component of GROWTH THROUGH NUTRITION
Ensure that Nutrition zonal coordinators have annual, quarterly and monthly plans by specific target areas. Mange and support zonal MNCH coordinators under his/her supervision.
Ensure that Nutrition zonal coordinators have taken the initiative to integrate quality improvement program into nutrition services.
Ensure that Nutrition zonal coordinators have closely followed up the implementation of quality improvement work plan in pilot woredas.
Ensure that continues quality improvement system in place at pilot health centres
In collaboration with Regional M&E Manager, ensure mapping, planning, quality implementation and monitoring and evaluation of the Nutrition and health components of the GROWTH THROUGH NUTRITION program
In collaboration with the regional GROWTH THROUGH NUTRITION coordinator and ensure financial plan is prepared and included in the POP.
Ensure that program requests from zonal coordinators plan is timely reviewed and submitted for approval with strong follow up on quality implementation
Technically support regional, Woreda, and local stakeholders, and partners to assess needs related to nutrition and support the implementation of GROWTH THROUGH NUTRITION in the region.
Conduct training needs assessment at woreda level to identify the gap and take action accordingly.
Support RHB/Zone health Offices in mentoring and follow-up of the trained HW and community in implementing planned nutrition activities at all level( zones, facility community)
Ensure health workers in selected health facilities for implementation of GROWTH THROUGH NUTRITION are trained as per national guideline
Ensure the provision of appropriate mentoring and on job training for Health workers at targeted Health facilities using agreed tools
Ensure that resources allocated reached the right beneficiaries, for the right objective in the right time
Ensure that all donor compliance and save the children rules and regulations are strictly followed during day to day program operations
Act as a regional focal person for SCI implemented WASH activities
Coordination and networking
Work closely with other thematic managers and senior program managers to ensure coordination
among partners, SCI nutrition and resilience projects and Growth through Nutrition technical specialists to ensure quality of project implementation and timely completion of the activities.
Ensure the integration of gender equality and women’s empowerment, a rigorous learning agenda, sustainable approaches, and most importantly convergence/overlay of multi-sector nutrition interventions (e.g. agriculture, livelihoods, education, health, humanitarian assistance) in the same geographic areas
Coordinate the activities field office Nutrition zonal coordinators ; lead monthly and quarterly regional planning and ensure that weekly schedules, logistics and travel plans are coordinated and completed timely,
Coordinate with GROWTH THROUGH NUTRITION core regional team in order to manage the project and area operations by working closely with the technical team, with zonal coordinators to ensure quality of interventions and timely completion of activities.
Ensure that Nutrition multisectoral coordination is strengthened, livelihood/agriculture team to mainstream nutrition in to agriculture and coordinated at all levels
coordinate with program activities are
Ensure GROWTH THROUGH NUTRITION program integration with other nutrition related programs implemented by the field office
Ensure that GROWTH THROUGH NUTRITION activities included in woreda annual implementation plans
Strengthen coordination and networking with feed the future partners
Staff Management, Mentorship, and Development
Mange and support zonal MNCH coordinators under his/her supervision. Ensure and manage appropriate staffing within area of responsibility
Ensure all direct reporting team have accurate and up –to- date JD
Sets standard and agreed performance objectives for all direct reports, monitor progress regularly and document
Conducts midterm and end line performance review, documents and submits to HR
Ensure all new recruited staff gets Fraud, SS and Child safeguarding training and monitor the progress
Ensure staff submit accurate time sheet on monthly basis on time
Incorporate staff development strategies and Performance Management Systems into team building process. Establish result based system and follow up.
Conduct supportive supervisions and provide responsive support as assure quality and timeliness of
activities at regional level
Ensure that Zonal Nutrition coordinators regularly report as per the required standard and receive regular feedback.
Prepare weekly/biweekly updates, monthly and quarterly ,bi annual and annual report and submit on timely manner to the regional manger
In collaboration with M&E coordinator, ensure that appropriate documentation of beneficiary profiles, inputs, trainings and nutrition and health related case stories
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor
MINIMUM QUALFICATION, EXPEREINCE, COMPETENCIES
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
BSc Degree in Health Officer, Nursing, Communications, Health Promotion.
A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in project manager position in nutrition, health or related technical areas;
Experience working effectively with local NGO/CSOs/FBOs
Proven ability to work in a team, with good communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to motivate community leaders, health extension workers, AEWs.
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
Willingness to work with district government officials, local NGO/CSOs and frequently travel to rural communities
An understanding and commitment to Save the Children values Strong results orientation
Proven ability to manage a complex and demanding workload Excellent spoken and written English and local languages
Good computer skills (particularly Excel, Word) and internet skills Female applicants are highly encourged
§ Willingness and ability to travel to all project areas in the Gedeo and Guji zone, within approved security frameworks.
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