On behalf of the IASC Humanitarian Coordinator in South Sudan and UNICEF as the lead agency for the IASC Nutrition Cluster and in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, the Nutrition Cluster Coordinator will facilitate a timely and effective nutrition response in South Sudan and ensure that the capacity of national institutions is strengthened to respond to and coordinate emergency nutrition interventions that demonstrate results and impact achieved.

Eligibility Criteria

Education:

Advanced University degree in any of the following fields: Public Health, Nutrition or a related technical field.

Work Experience:

Minimum of eight years with significant professional experience working in emergency contexts preferably UN or NGO experience at a senior programme management level. Proven experience in strategic coordination, managing partnerships and knowledge of management tools and methods for effective coordination is critical.

Language Proficiency:

Fluency in English (verbal and writing) and another UN language preferred.