Nutrition Technical Advisor - MNCH-N Program

About the role

Jhpiego, an international non-profit health organization affiliated with the Johns Hopkins University, is seeking a Nutrition Technical Advisor for its MNCH-N program in Malawi. The role provides technical expertise and leadership in designing, implementing and overseeing nutrition interventions, giving technical guidance to project staff and partners. It reports to the Project Director and Technical Director and works closely with the Senior MNH Advisor, Child Health Advisor and other technical, programmatic and operations staff.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate high-impact nutrition interventions across the continuum of care, from preconception through early childhood, supporting IYCF, CMAM, micronutrient supplementation and nutrition counseling.
• Integrate nutrition services into ANC, PNC, Kangaroo Mother Care, IMCI, ETAT and IFHOCS, and promote essential IYCF practices and growth monitoring.
• Oversee identification and treatment of moderate and severe acute malnutrition through inpatient and outpatient services, and promote iron-folate and vitamin A use.
• Support availability, procurement and use of essential nutrition commodities in line with Ministry of Health guidelines.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based training materials, job aids and mentoring tools, and provide on-the-job training, simulation and mentorship for health workers and community health workers.
• Lead the nutrition component of the project work plan, collaborate with MEL and data teams on monitoring plans, and report quarterly and annually.
• Work with the Ministry of Health and partners to strengthen integrated MNCH-N services and coordinate with other projects to find synergies.

Required profile

• Advanced degree (MPH, MSc or equivalent) in Nutrition, Public Health or Clinical field, with experience in nutrition at health center level.
• Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible experience designing, implementing and coordinating large-scale nutrition programs, preferably in Malawi or similar low-resource settings.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance and on-the-job training to health care providers and community health workers, and integrating nutrition into MNCH or primary health care programs.
• Experience working with government health structures, health facilities and local partners.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout operational sites.

Required skills

• Deep technical knowledge of IYCF, CMAM (SAM/MAM), micronutrient supplementation and nutrition assessments.
• Proficiency in developing and delivering training and mentorship programs for health workers and community volunteers.
• Strong understanding of data use for monitoring, quality improvement and decision-making.
• Knowledge of community-level nutrition approaches and referral systems for malnutrition.
• Analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently and collaboratively.

Applicants apply through the Jhpiego careers page by submitting a single document with a cover letter, resume and references by 12 November 2026. Selected candidates undergo a pre-employment background investigation.