Field Nutrition Program Lead

International Rescue Committee; Bahawalnagar; On-site; PKR 1,674,000 - 2,344,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee in Pakistan's Punjab (Bahawalnagar) is seeking a Nutrition Program Officer for a four-month UNICEF-funded project. The role supports project management, field supervision, planning, and reporting.

You will coordinate with field teams, ensure activities align with work plans, monitor spending, and report progress to the Program Manager. Strong English writing, team leadership, and travel to field locations are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a social sciences/public health or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of NGO/INGO experience.
• Experience supervising field teams and managing day-to-day project implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall support to the Project Manager for management of the nutrition project.
• Ensure implementation of activities per work plans and timelines; identify gaps and propose solutions.
• Supervise field teams (Nutrition Facilitators, IYCF Counselors, Community Outreach Workers).
• Plan, monitor, and update work plans and budgets; flag deviations to the Program Manager.
• Prepare and submit regular progress reports; support donor/internal reporting as needed.
• Coordinate with MEAL, MIS, health facilities, and other stakeholders for smooth implementation.

Skills

Project management

Budget tracking

Report writing

English proficiency

Communication & supervision

MS Office

Travel readiness

Bilingual Urdu/English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Job description

The International Rescue Committee in Pakistan's Punjab (Bahawalnagar) is seeking a Nutrition Program Officer for a four-month UNICEF-funded project. The role supports project management, field supervision, planning, and reporting.

You will coordinate with field teams, ensure activities align with work plans, monitor spending, and report progress to the Program Manager. Strong English writing, team leadership, and travel to field locations are required.