Food Security & Nutrition Program Manager
Save the Children
Manage a $20M food security and nutrition program in humanitarian emergencies across Sub-Saharan Africa. Responsibilities: design and implement nutrition interventions, manage food distribution, lead needs assessments, coordinate with clusters, supervise field teams, report to donors. Requirements: Master's in nutrition, food security, public health; 6+ years humanitarian experience; knowledge of CMAM, SMART surveys; experience with USAID/DFID; English and French required.
### Strategic Analysis
This role is pivotal in addressing global food insecurity and malnutrition, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa where emergencies exacerbate vulnerabilities. Managing a $20M program, the Food Security & Nutrition Program Manager ensures life-saving interventions for children and communities. Strategic value lies in integrating nutrition-specific and sensitive approaches, leveraging CMAM and SMART surveys for evidence-based programming. Coordination with clusters and donors like USAID/DFID ensures alignment with global humanitarian standards and funding priorities. By leading needs assessments and supervising field teams, the manager bridges gaps between resources and impact, directly contributing to SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 3 (Good Health). In a landscape of protracted crises, this role is critical for resilient recovery and sustainable development.