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Duty station(s): 1 Fort Portal RRH and 1 Kabale RRH.
Salary scale: U2.
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Post: Principal Nutritionist - 2 Posts (1 Fort Portal RRH and 1 Kabale RRH)
Reference: HRM 72/173/01 - MoH/RRH
Salary Scale: U2
Reports to: Senior Executive Consultant
Qualifications: i. Bachelor of Science Degree in either Human Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Science and Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field from a recognised University/Institution. ii. Master of Science Degree in either Human Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Science and Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field from a recognised University/Institution. Experience: At least six (6) years working experience, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Senior Nutritionist in Government.
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Demonstrable qualities of leadership and integrity. Duties and
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a) Plan, coordinate, supervise, monitor and evaluate nutrition services. b) Provide technical guidance on nutrition service delivery. c) Develop and implement nutrition work plans, budgets and programmes. d) Supervise, mentor and appraise nutrition staff. Page 12 of 62
e) Provide technical guidance on management of acute and chronic malnutrition and nutrition-related conditions. f) Coordinate nutrition research and utilisation of nutrition data. g) Coordinate and facilitate continuing professional development for nutrition staff. h) Ensure adherence to professional standards and ethical requirements. i) Manage and account for allocated resources. j) Prepare and submit periodic nutrition reports. k) Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Salary disclosed: U2