Health & Nutrition Project Manager
Starting Date / Initial Contract Details
As soon as possible 2026. Full time, 8 months (with possible extension).
Role Summary
Develop and lead the assigned health and nutrition (H&N) projects, with support from sector advisors and Project
Coordinator. Manage project activities in line with the objectives, time frame and budget with a focus on health system
strengthening, training, coordination, monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Provide technical support and leadership
to meet quality and accountability standards and pursue the development of new funding opportunities.
Project Overview
Medair Sudan is a complex and dynamic country programme due to instability related to conflict. Medair returned to
Sudan in 2020 and is currently implementing multi-sectoral projects in health, nutrition, WASH and Shelter/NFI and
CVA in vulnerable communities. There are plans to expand the current programme into new areas, as well as growing
and strengthening local partnerships.
Workplace & Conditions
Field based position in El Geniena, West Darfur, Sudan, with basic living conditions.
Key Activity Areas
• Provide strong leadership of the assigned H&N project teams. Manage the assigned H&N project(s) to meet the
project objectives within budget and within the allotted time frame and report promptly any operational concerns
to line manager and in-country H&N advisor. Identify and pursue new project and funding opportunities to expand
programming in the targeted geographical areas and sectors
• Continuously monitor and supervise H&N activities, evaluating progress through outputs and impacts using both
quantitative and qualitative data, to ensure projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and
requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards
• Provide leadership with the health, nutrition, logistics and finance staff to ensure items are procured, transported,
stored, managed and accounted for correctly.
• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships, represent Medair in meetings and networks; facilitate
partnerships, and respond to evolving project needs effectively.
• Ensure correct and timely reporting of activities according to Medair, donor and time frames and formats.
This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary.
Qualifications, Experience & Technical Competencies
• University degree in a relevant subject, preferably nutrition or public health.
• 2 years' experience working in a health/nutrition programme in a developing country, preferably in an insecure
context.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written); Arabic language desirable.
• Good computer, numerical, report writing and administration skills. Problem solving ability.
• Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards and other humanitarian guidelines and
protocols.
Behavioural Skills
• Committed to team-building and able to develop, coach and support other team members.
• Problem-solving ability, and good negotiation and communication skills.
• Able to oversee multiple tasks, prioritising and delegating as required.
• Self-motivated, energetic, hard-working, servant hearted.
Team Spiritual Life
Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, people we serve, and external contacts. Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based teams. Fully contribute to a rich spiritual team life, including team devotion, prayer, and words of encouragement.
Before you apply
Please ensure you are fully aware of the:
- Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with,Medair’s accountability policies and best practices.
- Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions).
Application Process
To apply, go to this vacancy on our Medair page. Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed. Advertised on JobUpfree.