Nutrition Cluster Coordinator

A Nutrition Cluster Coordinator position is currently open at UNICEF with the duty station in Somalia. With 6 - 7 years of experience required, this position is suited for mid-to-senior level professionals in Health/wash. The application deadline is Feb, 27 — early applications are encouraged. Task description Under the overall direction of the Representative and working closely under the supervision of Chief of Nutrition, the IUNV will facilitate the processes that will ensure an efficient, effective, and well-coordinated response to the humanitarian crisis by building relationships with stakeholders and support the overall coordination of the Nutrition sectoral response and inter-sectoral collaboration by undertaking the following deliverables and outputs: Cluster Coordination: • Works with UNICEF to ensure a coordination mechanism is established and maintained that facilitates the effective achievement of the cluster functions (as outlined by the IASC Reference Module) and the requirements of the HPC (HNO, HRP and CCPM), and which builds on pre-existing coordination structures where appropriate and furthers the development of current or future national and subnational capacities. • Works with UNICEF on the functioning of any sub-national or hub Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group where they exist, ensuring alignment of work and priorities, effective communication, reporting, engagement and coordination between the levels. • Ensures appropriate coordination and builds partnerships with all relevant sector stakeholders including government counterparts and national authorities, local, national and international organizations and affected populations. • Build complementarity of partner actions within the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group, pro-actively negotiating with a wide range of partners to avoid and resolve duplication and gaps and taking action to resolve any conflict or systemic challenges arising from within or beyond the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group, • Coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders across all sectors, including through inter-cluster coordination fora, developing cross-sectoral relationships as appropriate. • Ensure that monthly national Nutrition Cluster meetings are held and documented, Support and track monthly state, regional, and di === Skills & Qualifications === Assignment requirementsRelevant experience 7 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level Master's degree in Nutrition, public health, food sciences, other related social sciences or other social fields, or any other relevant specialization Competencies and values • Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organizing • Professionalism • Self-management Skills and experience • A minimum of 7 years professional relevant experience related to humanitarian support and coordination, particularly in the area of Nutrition • Professional experience in Nutrition-related programme planning and management. • Professional experience in the area of Nutrition Cluster/Sector/Working Group coordination. • Experience in emergency response in international settings; • Relevant experience in programme management in Nutrition related areas in a UN system agency or organization is --- About Somalia --- Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Caafimaad • Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda

Assignment requirementsRelevant experience 7 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level Master's degree in Nutrition, public health, food sciences, other related social sciences or other social fields, or any other relevant specialization Competencies and values • Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organizing • Professionalism • Self-management Skills and experience • A minimum of 7 years professional relevant experience related to humanitarian support and coordination, particularly in the area of Nutrition • Professional experience in Nutrition-related programme planning and management. • Professional experience in the area of Nutrition Cluster/Sector/Working Group coordination. • Experience in emergency response in international settings; • Relevant experience in programme management in Nutrition related areas in a UN system agency or organization is considered an asset. • Experience in humanitarian contexts is required with experience in development contexts an added advantage. • Fluency in English (knowledge on local language is an asset) Area(s) of expertise Agriculture, Crisis and emergency response, Development programmes Driving license -

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