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Nutrition and Infectious Disease Specialist in Washington, D.C.

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FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.  We seek qualified candidates for the position of Nutrition and Infectious Disease Specialist in Washington, D.C.
 
Position Description:
 
FANTA works to improve nutrition and food security policies, strategies, and programs through technical support to the U.S. Agency for international Development (USAID) and its partners, including host country governments, international organizations, and NGO implementing partners. Focus areas for technical assistance include maternal and child health and nutrition, HIV and other infectious diseases, food security and livelihood strengthening, and emergency and reconstruction. FANTA develops and adapts approaches to support the design and quality implementation of field programs while building on field experience to improve and expand the evidence base, methods, and global standards for nutrition and food security programming. The project, funded by USAID, is a 5-year cooperative agreement. 
 
The Nutrition and ID Specialist will work closely with members of FANTA’s Nutrition and Infectious Disease cluster, as well as country-based staff, to provide programmatic and technical support for USAID-supported activities, especially those related to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The Nutrition and ID Specialist will be responsible for providing technical assistance to USAID, PVOs, host governments, and other Cooperating Agencies on nutrition and ID policies, programming, and strategies. The Nutrition and ID Specialist will provide technical assistance in nutrition and ID to multiple countries in sub-Saharan Africa. He/she will collaborate with other FANTA staff on ID and related issues and assist with the coordination of FANTA’s activities in these areas.  Specific duties include 
 
  • Backstop FANTA staff in up to three sub-Saharan countries to strengthen the integration of nutrition into HIV and other ID services. Technical assistance at the country level may include supporting the development of strategies on nutrition and HIV/TB; preparing guidance for nutrition care in HIV/TB and other clinical settings; organizing training of trainers on nutrition counseling; and developing food security assessment tools for the HIV and ID context. The Specialist may be required to manage these activities at all levels, including design and planning, liaising with USAID, contracting consultants and partner organizations, implementing activities, preparing written products, and reporting results.
  • Provide assistance to USAID, PVOs, host governments, and other cooperating agencies and donors to improve their food, health, and nutrition policies and strategies.  Participate in the review of USAID policy and strategy documents to ensure effective integration of nutrition and ID activities into Agency and Mission strategic plans and results frameworks across different programs. 
  • Coordinate efforts to develop, revise, and support national strategies and tools for the quality improvement (QI) of nutrition assessment, counseling, and support (NACS) of PLHIV. Such efforts may include: reviewing approaches for QI of NACS by PEPFAR implementing partners; identifying promising practices for NACS of PLHIV; and developing an evidence-based model for NACS guided by theories of social and behavior change communication.
  • Work with FANTA project management and communications staff to provide input to work plans, budgets, and quarterly and annual reporting.
 
Global Activities:
  • Work with the FANTA Senior Nutrition and HIV Advisor, Nutrition and HIV Advisor, and Nutrition and Infectious Disease Advisor, and other and HIV Specialists as needed to respond to requests from USAID Missions and the USAID Bureau for Global Health for information and reporting related to nutrition and ID. This may include preparing reports and other documents related to project progress and impact as required by USAID.
  • Act as a technical resource to USAID and respond to requests for technical information and assistance on food and nutrition, including the use of ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) and other specialized food products, for people with HIV and other infectious diseases.
  • Coordinate with FANTA partners (e.g., universities, research institutions, and regional organizations) to track progress, review results, and address challenges for joint activities related to nutrition and ID.
  • Review, revise, and adapt technical guides and reports, presentations, and responses to requests for information from USAID prepared by FANTA regional and field staff, consultants, and partners. 
  • Represent FANTA at meetings with stakeholders related to HIV and AIDS, infectious disease, and food and nutrition, as needed.
  • Perform other job-related activities as assigned.
 
Minimal Requirements:
  • Advanced degree (Master or PhD), in nutrition, public health, or other related field. Experience with USAID-funded activities, especially with PEPFAR activities, is essential.
  • At least 7 years of experience in international nutrition and/or infectious disease is required. This can include experience in child survival, health, HIV prevention or care and support, nutrition, food security programming, or monitoring and evaluation.
  • Field experience in developing countries (sub-Saharan Africa desirable) is essential. Previous work in partnership with ministries of health, national AIDS commissions, or other national and local organizations is essential.
  • Experience with USAID and PVO or NGO programs is highly desirable.
  • Experience with WHO, UNICEF, or WFP programming is desirable.
  • Strong analytical skills are essential. Ability to undertake problem analyses and organize diverse information in a systematic way
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral/written communication, and organizational skills
  • Excellent English and fluency in spoken French is desirable. Fluency in written French is preferred.
  • Ability to work with others to translate technical materials into practical tools and approaches and to communicate these options using print, electronic, and presentation services
  • Ability to write concisely and clearly in English is essential (writing sample will be required). Superior presentation skills, both written and oral
  • Ability to work in a team consisting of people with different technical backgrounds and with people with varying levels of technical training
  • Demonstrated managerial, leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to facilitate relationships and interact smoothly and effectively with clients and colleagues
  • Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
 
Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
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