Created in 1979, Action contre la Faim is a non-governmental organization that fights against hunger. Its charter of humanitarian principals- independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, transparency – has been part of its identity for more than 40 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of under-nutrition, particularly during and after emergency situations linked to conflicts or natural disasters. Action contre la Faim focuses its actions on 5 main areas of expertise: Nutrition and Health – Mental Health, Psychosocial Support and Protection – Food Security and Livelihoods – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Advocacy. In 2021, Action contre la Faim provided aid to 25 million people in more than 46 countries worldwide. www.actioncontrelafaim.org
RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the deputy country director, you will ensure the development and implementation of Afghanistan mission Nutrition and Health strategy, and coordinate/technically support the implementation of quality nutrition and health programs. You will be in charge of the following missions:
– Design, develop, and evaluate the strategy and actions in the field of nutrition and health,
– Monitor and coordinate programmes in the fields of nutrition and health,
– Manage the Nutrition and Health team in the country office if any and be the Technical/Support Manager of the Nutrition and Health Program Managers,
– Develop and launch programmes in collaboration with governmental and local agencies,
– Represent Action Against Hunger and its positioning in the field of nutrition and health,
REQUESTED PROFILE
You hold a Bachelor’s degree in nursing and midwifery, combined with substantive work with an international experience,
You have 5 years of experience minimum in similar position with INGOs,
A previous experience with ACF is an asset,
You have an advanced knowledge of donors’ guidelines and procedures (ECHO,BMGF,GFFO, UNICEF),
You are Fluent in English (professional English needed),
You have an excellent drafting and written skills,
SPECIFIC CONDITIONS / SALARY
– 12 months fixed term contract under French or Ukrainian labor law
– Remuneration package and competitive benefits
ACF is committed to people with disabilities and actively fights against all forms of discrimination.
