IsraAID is inviting experienced humanitarian and development professionals to apply for the position of Programme Manager – Regional Nutrition Programme, based in Nairobi, Kenya (Hybrid). The full-time role offers an opportunity to lead the implementation of a multi-country nutrition programme designed to strengthen community nutrition systems across East Africa while working closely with governments, UN agencies, NGOs, and regional partners.
The position is part of IsraAID’s Integrated Community Nutrition Management Programme, a regional initiative beginning in Kenya and Uganda with plans for future expansion across the region.
About IsraAID
Founded in 2001, IsraAID is an international humanitarian non-governmental organization headquartered in Israel. Operating in more than 60 countries, the organization responds to emergencies while supporting communities to recover, rebuild resilience, and strengthen preparedness for future crises.
Its programmes span emergency response, public health, psychosocial support, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), education, protection, and long-term community development.
About the Regional Nutrition Programme
The Integrated Community Nutrition Management Programme is implemented in partnership with Edesia and a wide network of governments, United Nations agencies, community organizations, and development partners.
The programme addresses both acute and chronic malnutrition among:
- Children under five years
- Pregnant women
- Lactating mothers
- Other nutritionally vulnerable populations
Key programme components include:
- Community-based management of acute malnutrition
- Preventive nutrition services
- Community nutrition surveillance
- WASH rehabilitation
- School-based nutrition screening
- Caregiver education and support
- Digital Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems
- Nutrition supply chain strengthening
- Multi-sector referral pathways
Key Responsibilities
The Programme Manager will oversee the day-to-day coordination and delivery of the regional nutrition programme while ensuring implementation remains aligned across Kenya, Uganda, and future programme countries.
Primary responsibilities include:
Programme Management
- Coordinate regional programme implementation across multiple countries.
- Develop and monitor workplans, budgets, and implementation schedules.
- Track programme progress and resolve operational bottlenecks.
- Support programme scale-up and transition planning.
- Manage the full project lifecycle from planning through reporting and close-out.
- Develop concept notes, implementation plans, and programme materials.
Technical Coordination
- Support quality implementation of nutrition interventions.
- Coordinate integrated programming across nutrition, WASH, education, and protection.
- Ensure technical guidance, tools, and standard operating procedures are consistently applied.
- Promote evidence-based programme adaptation and continuous quality improvement.
Operations and Supply Chain
- Coordinate with logistics and procurement teams on nutrition commodities.
- Monitor supply chain performance and operational readiness.
- Track budgets, procurement activities, and programme resources.
- Support risk mitigation and operational planning.
MEAL and Reporting
- Collaborate with Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning teams.
- Produce timely donor and internal reports.
- Monitor programme performance using data and field feedback.
- Promote learning, documentation of best practices, and adaptive programme management.
Partnerships and Representation
- Coordinate with governments, implementing partners, donors, UN agencies, and community organizations.
- Represent IsraAID in programme coordination meetings.
- Strengthen partnerships that support effective programme delivery.
Risk and Compliance
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.
- Monitor programme risks and recommend mitigation measures.
- Support country teams with structured programme management and decision-making.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, International Development, Project Management, Social Sciences, Humanitarian Affairs, or a related discipline.
- Master’s degree is considered an advantage.
Required Experience
Candidates should have:
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in humanitarian or development programme management.
- Experience managing or coordinating nutrition or health programmes.
- Demonstrated experience in programme planning, implementation, reporting, and partner coordination.
- Experience working in complex humanitarian settings.
Desired Skills
Successful applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong project planning and coordination abilities.
- Budget monitoring and programme management skills.
- Experience working with MEAL systems.
- Knowledge of nutrition programming and integrated humanitarian interventions.
- Understanding of supply chain and logistics coordination.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities within a regional programme.
Ethical Standards
IsraAID maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward misconduct, including Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA). Successful candidates will undergo declarations and reference checks relating to safeguarding and professional conduct.
The organization is also committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, gender, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Professionals with strong programme management experience and a passion for improving nutrition outcomes across Africa are encouraged to apply for this opportunity to contribute to a growing regional initiative focused on community resilience and sustainable health systems.
Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Minimum 5–7 years
