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FH Association is a Christian humanitarian and development organization committed to ending poverty through sustainable, community-based solutions. With over 50 years of experience serving vulnerable populations worldwide, FH Association works with local partners and stakeholders to build resilience and improve the well-being of families and communities. The organization’s values are rooted in faith, service, and innovation, and it provides a supportive and thriving work environment for its staff across the globe.
Nutrition Officer job at FH Association (formerly Food for the Hungry) | Apply Now
Karamoja, Uganda
Food for the Hungry is a Christian humanitarian aid and global development organization that designs, develops and delivers solutions for more than 50 years so that children, families and communities can flourish. Collaborating with local leaders across sectors, we co-create solutions that build resilience by strengthening mental, physical and spiritual well-being. We serve nearly 10 million people in 18 countries so that communities have the agency and resources necessary to realize their God-given potential.
Are you looking for Public Health jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Nutrition Officer job at FH Association (formerly Food for the Hungry)
Full Time
Deadline:
25 Jul 2025
Job Title
Nutrition Officer job at FH Association (formerly Food for the Hungry)
FH Association (formerly Food for the Hungry)
Job Description
Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the Nutrition Officer will play a vital role in ensuring the effective integration of health, nutrition, and climate adaptation within schools and surrounding communities. This position involves supporting the implementation of school feeding programs, enhancing dietary diversity, promoting healthy eating behaviors, and building the capacity of key actors such as teachers, school management committees, cooks, and community members. The officer will also help strengthen local systems for sustainable nutrition outcomes, ensure adherence to national policies and standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project goals.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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How to Apply
Provide technical leadership on nutrition programming and school feeding initiatives
Support the implementation of integrated nutrition, health, agriculture, and climate adaptation activities
Conduct capacity-building sessions for school staff, cooks, school clubs, and community groups
Promote the adoption of good nutrition and hygiene practices among school children and households
Collaborate with relevant government ministries and local authorities to align activities with policies
Monitor and evaluate nutrition interventions and contribute to reporting
Assist in adapting the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) nutrition curriculum
Facilitate training on home-grown school feeding and dietary diversity improvement
Strengthen community-based nutrition systems and support resilience-building initiatives
Document success stories, lessons learned, and share technical inputs for knowledge management
Maintain accurate records and ensure timely reporting of all project activities
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Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition, Public Health, Food and Dietetics, Community Nutrition, or a related field
Postgraduate qualification in Nutrition or related field is an added advantage
Experience:
At least 3 years of experience in community nutrition programs, preferably related to school feeding or food system strengthening
Experience implementing integrated health, agriculture, and climate adaptation programs
Familiarity with Uganda’s national school feeding policy, MoES nutrition curriculum, and SBCC methodologies
Proven experience in training, mentoring, and working with schools and community groups
Experience working with government bodies and international partners (e.g., WFP)
Experience working in Karamoja or a similar context is preferred
Must be able to ride a motorcycle with a valid riding permit
Competencies:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
Knowledge of gender and disability mainstreaming in nutrition programs
Ability to deliver participatory training and community engagement sessions
Integrity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to humanitarian values
