NUTRITION ADVISOR FOR FEWS NET 8

3 weeks ago

Arlington VA USA, United States Tetra Tech, Inc. Full time
Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Nutrition Advisor position for the FEWS NET 8 (Famine Early Warning Systems Network) Decision Support Contract. This position will be based in Arlington, Virginia. Hybrid and remote options are available.

Position Description/Summary: FEWS NET is dedicated to delivering early warning of hazards, food insecurity, vulnerability, and famine to the US Government, USAID, national governments, and various regional, international, and non-governmental organizations. FEWS NET 8 will continue the critical work that FEWS NET has delivered for over 30 years, emphasizing global coverage and innovation in food security monitoring and assessment. Managed from a headquarters office in Washington D.C., FEWS NET 8 will extend its reach beyond traditional geographical limitations, providing decision support services for over 30 presence countries and global early warning of food security and humanitarian crises.

The Nutrition Advisor will spearhead the assessment of nutrition programs relevant to FEWS NET operations and will identify opportunities to better integrate nutrition-sensitive approaches into programming and prioritization efforts. The individual will advocate for comprehensive nutrition-sensitive approaches within FEWS NET decision-support functions and closely related food security programming.

Responsibilities:

* Lead the development and implementation of nutrition assessment methodologies to identify malnutrition risks and needs among target populations.
* Design nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive interventions to address the identified needs, ensuring alignment with global standards and best practices.
* Collaborate with other team members to integrate or flag nutrition considerations within relevant food security and livelihood programs.
* Develop training materials and conduct capacity-building sessions on nutrition for project staff, partners, and stakeholders.
* Stay informed on the latest research and developments in the field of nutrition, translating new evidence into practical programmatic actions.
* Advocate for the importance of nutrition within the context of food security, raising awareness among communities, partners, and policymakers.
* Lead the preparation of nutrition-related content for reports, policy briefs, and advocacy materials.
* Provide technical guidance and support to field teams in the implementation of nutrition assessments and interventions.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

* Minimum graduate degree in a relevant field such as nutrition, international development, agriculture, or a related field.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in nutrition-sensitive programming and assessment, preferably within the food security and early warning domain.
* Strong understanding of USAID policies and procedures.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
* Experience working in a multicultural and diverse environment.
* Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages such as French or Spanish is advantageous.
* Current U.S. work authorization is required at the time of application.

To be considered, please submit the following:

* Cover Letter
* CV

Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Tetra Tech International Development is committed to safeguarding and technical excellence in equality and social inclusion. Our team of dedicated Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GYSI) advisers work closely with our staff and partners to share international norms and best practices to improve the livelihoods of the world's most marginalized groups. Tetra Tech International Development is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that aim to expand inclusion and an authentic sense of belonging to all our staff regardless of background.

Reasonable Accommodations:

We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech's Disability Assistance Page or contact our Global Talent Operations team. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees - 27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans employer.

ARD 188

U.S. Teams and Clients

Proposal and tender opportunity

Agriculture and Food Security (International Development)

Additional Information

* Organization: 188 ARD

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