Programme Assistant (Nutrition) - SC5 - Hyderabad & Kashmore, Sindh

World Food Programme - WFP

Staff Closes 14 Aug 2026 13 days left

Overview

Support the implementation of programme activities, primarily for the Benazir Nashonuma Programme, in WFP-assisted districts. The role involves coordination with government departments and partners, ensuring the supply of food, and assisting with monitoring and reporting.


Key Responsibilities
  • Keep close and timely coordination with government departments, Cooperating Partners, and field coordinators.
  • Maintain liaison with Department of Health, LHWP, BISP Taluka/District office, and nutrition/BNP partners.
  • Ensure smooth functioning of the Facilitation Centre, provide technical backstopping and guidance.
  • Ensure uninterrupted supply of Specialized Nutritious Food (SNF).
  • Assist in development of quarterly and monthly distribution plans and generation of CRNs.
  • Facilitate training/orientation and capacity building sessions.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for resolving complaints and addressing queries.
  • Provide timely assistance and escalate issues.
  • Maintain information records and monitoring plan documentation.
  • Assist the M&E unit in monitoring BNP activities and addressing monitoring findings.
  • Submit narrative reports on a weekly basis.
  • Conduct Quality benchmark Checklist of Facilitation centers on a quarterly basis.
  • Conduct periodic monitoring trips, spot checks, and prepare progress reports.
  • Conduct Periodic Post Distribution Monitoring, Distribution Monitoring, and structural assessment of Facilitation Centers.
  • Ensure compilation of data and support analysis and preparation of reports.
  • Support PO on the Community Feedback Mechanism.
  • Complete all mandatory training.
Required Experience

At least 5 years of work experience in nutrition and public health in emergencies, with a minimum of 2 years specifically in CMAM or stunting prevention projects in the province.

Qualifications

Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate or a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Political Science, Economics, International Relations or other related field is desirable.

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English, Urdu and regional languages (desirable).
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
12 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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