Position Title: Nutrition Supervisor
2026-02-24        Paktika       Full Time        40
Job Location: Paktika
Nationality: National
Category: Health Care
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Based on the project budget
Vacancy Number: ATOA-HER-005
No. Of Jobs: 1
City: Sharna
Organization: ATOA
Years of Experience: 3 years’ experience in management, implementation, and supervision of Community-based
Contract Duration: 10 Months
Gender: Male/Female
Education: MD degree, preferably with a postgraduate qualification in the field of Public Nutrition.
Close date: 2026-02-24

About ATOA:

AidTrends Organization Afghanistan (ATOA) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to advancing health, economic empowerment, and Private Sector Development (PSD). Established in 2012, we work at the intersection of Healthcare Delivery, Community Empowerment, and Systems Strengthening, partnering with governments, donors, and private sector actors to deliver integrated solutions that strengthen health systems, empower women and youth entrepreneurs, and promote inclusive, sustainable economic growth.

We operate at the intersection of Health, Livelihoods, and Enterprise Development, recognizing that resilient communities require both well-being and economic opportunity. The purpose is to serve our community in alignment with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. 

  1. No Poverty 
  2. Zero Hunger 
  3. Good Health 
  4. Quality education 
  5. Gender Equity 
  6. Economic growth 
  7. Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions 

ATOA designs, develops, and implements programs centered on these six core areas, while also addressing three key issues that are integrated into our core programs.

Job Descriptions:

Job Purpose:

As a Nutrition Supervisor, he is involved in supporting and implementing nutrition programs and initiatives in the region. Below are the main responsibilities.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for developing nutrition programs and initiatives that align with local health priorities and international guidelines.
  • Participate in the conduct of studies and surveys where appropriate.
  • Ensure proper communication, coordination, and harmonization of tools with the different stakeholders involved in health and nutrition activities in the province.
  • Ensure the establishment of nutrition monitoring activities and train health staff in case detection and referral systems.
  • Establish both Stabilization Centers, Supplementary feeding programs, and Outpatient therapeutic programs in line with the national guidelines.
  • Enhance the technical and nutrition management skills of staff through formal and informal training in conjunction with other coordinators.
  • Train and support TOA health facilities staff and partners in case management of severe and moderate malnutrition per national guidelines
  • Assist health facilities' staff in the implementation of the referral and surveillance systems.
  • Manage nutrition staff effectively, including appropriate and systemic delegation.
  • Coordinate and support the provincial teams, ensuring that the individuals work effectively together and achieve the program objectives.
  • Supervise the overall activities of nutrition teams with particular emphasis on the screening activities of acutely malnourished children.
  • Attend nutrition cluster meetings as needed.
  • Attend nutrition coordination meetings at different levels.
  • Represent ATOA’s nutrition work to local stakeholders, the MoPH, international donors, UN agencies, and NGOs as required.
  • Analyze nutrition screening data, compile reports, and share reports, both with the MOPH and with agencies within existing coordination mechanisms.
  • Study the nutritional condition of the women and children in the target areas and recommend the expansion of therapeutic and supplementary feeding programs if required.
  • Submit relevant reports of activities to the relevant line manager.
  • To carry out any other duties and responsibilities assigned
Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

  • MD degree, preferably with a postgraduate qualification in the field of Public Nutrition.
  • 3 years’ experience in management, implementation, and supervision of Community-based health programs.
  • Fluency in Pashto, Dari, and English languages
  • Proven ability in management and supervision
  • Possess negotiation skills.

Other skills required:

  • Efficient, result-oriented, and excellent management capabilities.
  • Ability in problem-solving and conflict resolution.
  • Capacity to perform effectively under pressure and harsh conditions; ability to handle.
  • confidential and politically sensitive issues responsibly and maturely.
  • Excellent capacity development and teamwork skills; cross-cultural and gender sensitivity.
  • Ability to travel throughout the country.
  • Respect the confidentiality of the organization.
Submission Guidelines:

Submit your CV to the email address below without delay. Make sure to include the job title in the subject line to streamline the review process. 

Submission Email:

haroon@atoa.ngo

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