Section Head of the Health and Nutrition

Sundus Gulf; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health consultancy in the UAE is seeking a Section Head of the Health and Nutrition in Abu Dhabi. This role involves promoting healthy lifestyles among children, developing awareness materials, and leading national health initiatives. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in health and nutrition, proficiency in English and Arabic, and strong program supervision skills.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in health and nutrition.
• Ability to promote a healthy lifestyle, especially for children.
• Experience in developing awareness materials.

Responsibilities

• Promote a healthy lifestyle for children.
• Develop awareness materials annually.
• Supervise the development and implementation of health programs.
• Coordination with health and educational authorities.
• Lead national awareness initiatives.

Skills

Language Proficiency: English

Language Proficiency: Arabic

Program Supervision

Public Speaking

Job description

JPC - 5229 - Section Head of the Health and Nutrition

Job Location : Abu Dhabi

Position Type : 12 months Contractual renewable

Total Experience : 5-10 years

Language Proficiency : English / Arabic

Job Responsibilities :

To promote a healthy lifestyle for children. Number of awareness materials developed or updated annually (printed / digital). Percentage of initiatives implemented in cooperation with health or educational authorities. Percentage of programs and initiatives that involved children's opinions. Planning and Policies Participation in developing the strategic framework to enhance children's physical and nutritional health, and contribute to updating national policies and initiatives related to healthy lifestyles and preventive nutrition, in alignment with the Child Rights Law and the ministry's strategy in supporting early childhood years. Review of legislation and policies supporting the safety of children in educational and community environments, and propose necessary amendments in coordination with relevant health and educational authorities. Designing and Activating Awareness and Health Programs Supervise the development and implementation of community programs that enhance awareness of proper nutrition concepts, physical activity, and obesity prevention among children, ensuring messages are directed in a way that fits various social and cultural groups. Lead national awareness initiatives that highlight the advantages of breastfeeding and the risks of unhealthy dietary patterns and introduce practices.