Nutrition Officer (Gubio) at the International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to some of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises, helping individuals survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, IRC provides lifesaving care and long-term support to refugees displaced by war or disaster.

Currently operating in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, the organization works to restore safety, dignity, and hope to millions of people globally.

• Under the supervision of the Nutrition Manager, the Nutrition Officer will oversee all NHF project activities within the assigned Local Government Area (LGA).
• The role requires ensuring integrity, transparency, and commitment in project implementation.
• Responsible for managing all nutrition-related activities across IRC-supported OTPs in the assigned LGA.
• Will supervise SMOH OTP staff and Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) and report directly to the Nutrition Manager.

Program Management, Technical Quality, and Strategy

Nutrition program management:

• Support planning and implementation of project activities at field level to improve access to quality nutrition services.
• Coordinate with LGA authorities and review technical reports from implementing partners.
• Track project performance against targets and recommend improvements to ensure objectives are met.
• Conduct periodic progress analysis at LGA level and promote learning through documentation of best practices.
• Identify gaps in OTP services and implement corrective actions.
• Provide capacity building and on-the-job coaching for facility staff in CMAM and IYCF practices.
• Oversee quality implementation of nutrition programs in IRC-supported facilities.
• Lead assessments ensuring inclusion of women and girls’ perspectives in program design.
• Ensure accurate data collection, reporting, and timely generation of nutrition reports.
• Support facility-level reporting through LGA health authorities and HMIS systems.
• Ensure project visibility in line with communication strategies.
• Collect stories and visual evidence demonstrating project impact.
• Monitor performance of supported facilities through regular field visits.
• Track work plan progress and participate in review meetings with LGAs and partners.
• Coordinate needs assessments and capacity-building plans.
• Act as liaison between IRC, LGAs, and implementing partners.
• Promote collaboration among communities, government structures, and stakeholders.
• Foster inter-program linkages and contribute to protection and disaster risk reduction integration.
• Collaborate with sectors such as Environmental Health, Health, Women Protection & Empowerment, and Child Protection.
• Participate in proposal development, budgeting, and implementation tracking.
• Develop and manage nutrition work plans aligned with grant objectives.
• Coordinate project reporting, including mid-term and final reports.
• Conduct nutritional surveillance using methodologies such as SMART, LQAS, and SQUEAC.
• Support community-based management of acute malnutrition and follow-up care.
• Coordinate CHV training programs and curriculum development.
• Assist in managing nutrition emergencies and disaster preparedness initiatives.
• Promote infant and young child feeding best practices.
• Oversee growth monitoring and MUAC screenings at community level.
• Participate in research, surveys, and KAP assessments.
• Supervise IRC and MOH staff to ensure efficient performance.
• Monitor staff performance and provide feedback.
• Oversee staff training programs and coordinate with consultants.
• Address personnel issues and support solutions.
• Participate in recruitment processes when required.
• Monitor procurement and use of project materials and supplies.
• Evaluate project implementation against objectives and frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and development.
• Directly supervise nutrition staff.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Coordinator.

Key Deliverables

• Provide regular project updates including security situations, field reports, and training reports.
• Share updates on assessments and capacity-building outcomes.
• Develop success stories highlighting project impact.
• Report security changes affecting implementation and staff safety.
• Support visibility strategies for project awareness.
• Report challenges, gaps, and proposed solutions.
• Ensure effective data flow and reporting processes.

Program Development / Grant Management

• Contribute to proposal design, planning, and drafting.
• Support donor reporting requirements.
• Develop and monitor expenditure plans and budget utilization.
• Ensure compliance with IRC financial procedures and donor requirements.
• Oversee timely submission of all internal and donor reports.

Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development

• Recruit, supervise, and build team capacity.
• Develop remote management strategies for team strengthening.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and structured performance feedback.
• Maintain professional team relationships and strong team spirit.
• Manage attendance, leave, and timesheet processes.
• Conduct regular staff meetings and performance reviews.
• Implement development plans and career growth initiatives.
• Address performance issues in collaboration with HR.
• Promote staff well-being and work-life balance.
• Support staff career development and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with IRC HR policies and standards.

Research, Learning and Analysis

Monitoring Nutrition program implementation:

• Monitor project implementation and provide real-time support to field teams.
• Conduct regular data analysis and follow-up actions.
• Provide technical oversight in data interpretation.
• Promote integrated programming for improved community impact.

Coordination & Representation

• Represent the program to local government and partner agencies.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, NGOs, and partners.
• Attend relevant meetings and represent IRC priorities.
• Facilitate field visits for internal and external stakeholders.

Education:

• Health professional qualification (Nutrition and Dietetics, MD, or RN with MPH preferred) with strong nutrition background.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and ability to work independently under pressure.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in managing and implementing nutrition programs.
• Experience in team leadership and staff management.
• Experience in outbreak response interventions.
• Ability to work with displaced populations across diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Experience in donor reporting and proposal development.
• Experience in general management including finance, HR, and logistics.

Demonstrated Technical Skills:

• Experience in situation analysis, health assessments, monitoring & evaluation, and program implementation.

Demonstrated Managerial/Leadership Competencies:

• Experience with remote management.
• Strong flexibility, diplomacy, and ability to work under pressure.

Interested and qualified candidates should visit the official application portal by clicking the apply button below.