Nutritionist at Tzu Chi Foundation

Tzu Chi Foundation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tzu Chi Foundation Singapore is seeking a Nutritionist to support Active Ageing Centres, delivering nutrition education, assessments, and personalized interventions to seniors in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct health promotion, counselling, and care plans, work across community locations, and contribute to preventive health and quality of life for older adults. This role requires strong communication and willingness to travel between centres.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, or a related discipline.
• Registration with SNDA or relevant accreditation will be an advantage.
• Experience in nutrition counselling or community-based nutrition services.
• Strong knowledge of healthy ageing, chronic disease management, malnutrition prevention, and health promotion.
• Experience working with seniors and multidisciplinary healthcare teams is preferred.
• Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel between community locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver nutrition education and wellness programmes for seniors.
• Conduct nutrition screening and assessments to identify risks and provide dietary recommendations.
• Develop and implement nutrition care plans for seniors with chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals for integrated care and referrals.
• Provide nutrition services at Active Ageing Centres and community outreach locations.

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, or a related discipline

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Nutritionist to join our Community Care team. As a Nutritionist in our Active Ageing Centres, you will play a key role in promoting preventive health and active ageing among seniors through nutrition education, dietary assessments, and personalised nutrition interventions. Working closely with an integrated healthcare team comprising medical doctors, TCM physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, you will support seniors in maintaining optimal health, managing chronic conditions, and enhancing their overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Health Promotion \& Education

Design and conduct nutrition and wellness programmes for seniors. Deliver talks and workshops on topics such as healthy eating, hydration, chronic disease prevention, food safety, weight management, and healthy ageing. Develop educational materials and resources for seniors and caregivers. Conduct healthy eating campaigns and cooking demonstrations. Support national health and wellness initiatives within the community.

Nutrition Assessment \& Intervention

Conduct nutrition screening and assessments to identify risks such as malnutrition, frailty, sarcopenia, obesity, and nutrition-related conditions. Provide individual nutrition counselling and dietary recommendations. Develop and implement nutrition care plans for seniors recovering from illness, surgery, or unintended weight loss. Monitor clients' progress and adjust interventions as required. Support seniors with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidaemia, kidney disease, and osteoporosis.

Integrated Care \& Collaboration

Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals in case discussions and care planning. Work closely with the Integrated Health Team to provide personalised, holistic care for seniors. Facilitate referrals to relevant healthcare and support services when necessary.

Community Outreach

Provide nutrition services at Active Ageing Centres and community-based outreach locations. Participate in community engagement activities, workshops, and wellness events.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food \& Nutrition, or a related discipline.

Registration with the Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association (SNDA) or relevant professional accreditation will be an advantage.

Experience in nutrition counselling, preventive health programmes, or community-based nutrition services.

Strong knowledge of healthy ageing, chronic disease management, malnutrition prevention, and health promotion.

Experience working with seniors and multidisciplinary healthcare teams is preferred.

Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Willingness to travel between community locations as required.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5.30pm Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for community programmes and workshops.

The seeds of Tzu Chi’s Great Love from Taiwan took root on the shores of our island more than 20 years ago. Tzu Chi’s work in Singapore started with the Mission of Charity and the goal of relieving poverty, before gradually expanding into the Missions of Medicine, Education, Humanistic Culture, and Environmental Protection over the years.

Vision 2030

Illuminate Lives! Sow Seeds of Great Love in Singapore! Charity – Provide timely and fitting support for the needy Medicine – Establish a patient-centric medical network with quality healthcare services. Education – Cultivate a holistic educational methodology with a focus on character development through inculcating values. Humanistic Culture – Create inclusive media platforms to spread positive messages and enhance the wellbeing of the community. Environmental Protection – Propagate eco-friendly practices and vegetarianism towards a healthier lifestyle and sustainable planet.

Five Core Values

Nurture the spirit of sincerity, integrity, faith, and steadfastness within our character. Serve mankind selflessly with the spirit of loving-kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity. Demonstrate sincerity and love by treating everyone with equality and respect; be appreciative of the opportunity to serve. Observe the Ten Precepts of Tzu Chi, practise self-reflection and self-improvement, and work unitedly to accomplish organisational goals. Foster enthusiasm in lifelong learning, encourage innovation and adopt best practices in addressing societal needs.