Nutrition Officer- Lower Chitral (Karimabad)

Aga Khan Rural Support Programme; Pakistan; On-site; PKR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Equal opportunity employer

Safeguarding policy adherence

Job summary

AKRSP is seeking a Nutrition Officer based in Karimabad Lower Chitral to improve maternal and child health nutrition through screening, education, and service integration under AKRSP programs.

Education required includes 16 years in Nutrition-related fields, with at least 1 year of relevant experience in screening, counselling, and implementation of nutrition initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Nutrition-related field (16 years).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in nutrition screening, counselling, and program implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead nutrition screening, counselling and education activities.
• Improve maternal and child health nutrition outcomes through AKRSP programs.
• Coordinate service integration across target regions and monitor progress.

Skills

Nutrition protocols

Community mobilization

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

16 years nutrition-related

Job description

AKRSP is seeking applications from qualified candidates to fill the position of Nutrition Officer based in Karimabad Lower Chitral. The officer will focus on improving maternal and child health nutrition outcomes through screening, education, and service integration under AKRSP programs in the target regions.

Education: 16 years of Education in Human Nutrition, Food Technology, Horticulture, Public health and related Field.

Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in nutrition screening, counselling, and nutrition initiatives implementation.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of nutrition protocols and practices.
• Strong communication and community mobilization skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in challenging environments.

Notes:

By applying for this position, the candidates give their consent for independent professional background check by AKRSP

AKRSP offers competitive remuneration and a conducive working environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply.

Our recruitment and selection policy and procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and adults in accordance with the safeguarding policy.