Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Title: National Program Manager – Large Scale Food Fortification, Bangladesh
Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Deadline for submission: March 9th, 2025
About us
Nutrition International (NI) is a global organization dedicated to delivering proven nutrition interventions to those who need them most. Working in partnership with countries, donors, and implementers, our experts conduct cutting-edge nutrition research, support critical policy formulation, and integrate nutrition into a broader development agenda. For more than 30 years now, we have focused on delivering low-cost, high-impact, nutrition interventions to people in need, driven by our mission to achieve a world where everyone, everywhere, is free from malnutrition and able to reach their full potential. Our work is guided by a dedicated and talented team of experts working globally, regionally and within countries to end malnutrition worldwide.
If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.
About you
You should have a master’s degree in public health, international development, public policy or a similar field with an added value of having degree in Food Technology, Food Engineering from a recognized university along-with minimum 8-10 years working experience in public health in an international development organization or government institution and/or are funded by international donors.
Fluency in English and Bangla (reading, writing & oratory skills) is a prerequisite for this position.
About the role
Primarily responsibility of this position is to develop and ensure successful implementation of the overall Large Scale Food Fortification (LSFF) program in Bangladesh including context-specific technical and management support, strategic and operational plan, documenting and disseminating NI’s work related to food fortification program and beyond. In this role youwill be responsible to:
- Develop LSFF programs strategy in line with government programs. Responsible for overall understanding on Bangladesh work environment and policies related to nutrition and LSFF that may affect current or future programs
- Develop idea/ concept note etc. and support in proposal development for LSFF program in Bangladesh.
- Identify the need and work closely with country team, NI’s Ops team and External Relations team in developing advocacy strategies for LSFF program.
- Maintain good working relationships with and knowledge of the work of other in-country partners engaged in LSFF program
- Coordinate with key stakeholders at national and subnational level, including but not limited to the Ministry of Food, Ministry of Women and Children Affairs, Ministry of Industries, Directorate General of Food, Department of Women Affairs, Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation (BSCIC), Institute of Public Health Nutrition (IPHN), World Food Programme (WFP), Bangladesh Fortified Rice Mills Association, Bangladesh Salt Mill Owners Association and other INGOs and NGOs
- Supervise the work of the Program Officer(s), Program Assistant(s) and partner agencies, including overseeing the development of work plans, assessment of training needs, reviewing monthly financial settlements and other human resource requirements such as hiring of extenders, field consultants from time to time.
For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description
What we offer
Nutrition International offers a highly competitive market pay, including health and wellness benefits, medical insurance, accidental insurance plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.
Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodation due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.
How to apply?
Nutrition International is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
To apply please click on the Apply Now button to submit your application.
The closing date for receiving applications is March 9th, 2025.
The starting salary for this position is BDT 24,39,744/- per annum. Only short-listed candidates will receive an acknowledgment and will be called for personal interactions. We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
NI is a non-smoking work environment.