Position Description

HEALTH AND NUTRITION TECHNICAL COORDINATOR- SUDAN
Department SUDAN
Work Location Sudan - Port Sudan
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Work Location : Sudan - Port Sudan Type of Post : Unaccompanied
Other Possible Location :  Funding : APPROVED
Expected Travel : up to 30% Type of Contract : 
Language Requirement : English, Arabic Application Deadline : 
Employee Duration : Full-Time  

 

CARE SUDAN

Join CARE, a leading humanitarian organization with over 40 years of impactful work in Sudan. At CARE, we are committed to empowering women and girls, promoting gender justice, and driving humanitarian action and resilience building. With 150+ staff and operations in 12 locations, we are focused on making a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable communities.

ROLE SUMMARY:

As the Health and Nutrition Technical Coordinator, you will be the strategic driver and technical leader of CARE’s health and nutrition programs in Sudan. Your mission will be to ensure gender integration, technical excellence, and the highest quality of program design and implementation. You will champion health and nutrition strategies, lead project design and fundraising, and coordinate with key stakeholders to amplify CARE’s impact on the ground. This is a unique opportunity to steer meaningful projects and create positive, sustainable change.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and oversee CARE’s health and nutrition strategy, collaborating with teams, partners, and global experts.
  • Program Excellence: Establish and maintain program protocols and best practices, ensuring compliance with donor, Cluster, MoH, and CARE standards.
  • Gender Integration: Advocate and implement gender-sensitive and inclusive practices, embedding gender-based violence awareness into programs.
  • Technical Guidance: Mentor health and nutrition teams, ensuring clarity in objectives and excellence in execution.
  • Project Design & Fundraising: Lead project conceptualization, conduct situation analyses, and spearhead proposal development for new initiatives.
  • Monitoring & Reporting: Support the preparation of high-quality reports, facilitate MEAL processes, and contribute to advocacy materials.
  • External Representation: Represent CARE at national and international forums, fostering strong relationships with NGOs, UN agencies, donors, and government bodies.
  • Emergency Response: Drive the rapid start-up of health and nutrition projects during crises, ensuring timely and effective responses.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education: Master’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, or a related field is preferred. 
  • Experience: At least 5 years in humanitarian health and nutrition program management within complex environments, with a focus on emergency response.
  • Technical Expertise: Demonstrated ability in program design, research methodologies, training facilitation, and compliance monitoring.
  • Fundraising Skills: Proven success in proposal writing and securing funds from institutional donors.
  • Analytical Acumen: Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills, data analysis capabilities, and report preparation.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Knowledge of Sudan’s humanitarian context and adept at working across diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Technological Proficiency: Familiar with MS Office and relevant data analysis tools.
  • Languages: Fluency in English is essential and Arabic is p

What We Offer:

  • Impactful Work: Play a pivotal role in shaping health and nutrition strategies that empower communities and improve lives.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work with passionate colleagues, partners, and local communities dedicated to CARE’s mission.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for training, global exposure, and career advancement within a dynamic international NGO.

Join Us in Making a Difference: Are you ready to lead health and nutrition programs that transform lives and strengthen communities? Bring your expertise, leadership, and passion to CARE and be a catalyst for change in Sudan.

Apply Now and become part of a team where your skills will drive lasting, meaningful impact.

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