State Program Officer – Nutrition

Last Date for online Applications: 18th September, 2024.

Project Name: Centre of Excellence -Nutrition; PMU-PM POSHAN
Position Code: IIPHG/REC/2024-25/44
Position Title: State Program Officer – Nutrition
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Location: IIPH Gandhinagar
Duration of Position: 11 Months (extendable)

Brief on the Organization:
Indian Institute of Public Health Gandhinagar (IIPHG) is a University established under IIPHG Act, 2015 of Gujarat State. It offers courses in the field of Public Health. It also undertakes various research projects in the field of Public Health. The university is established by Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) with support from the Government of Gujarat, Department of Health & Family Welfare.

Project Brief
Gujarat State Center of Excellence for Nutrition (CoE-Nutrition) at IIPHG is supporting the state government in planning, implementing, and monitoring health and nutrition programs. CoE-Nutrition will develop a Program Management Unit (PMU) at Education department for Pradhan Mantri-Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM-POSHAN) Scheme, a flagship initiative aimed at improving the nutritional status of children aged 6-14 years in 32,332 schools across Gujarat. The PMU will provide technical assistance, policy development, capacity building, and rigorous monitoring to ensure balanced diets, enhance educational outcomes, promote social equality, and maintain high hygiene and safety standards, contributing to the holistic development of children in Gujarat.

Deliverables:
 Design and update the mid-day meal menu under the scheme to ensure it meets nutritional norms.
 Train field staff on the identification and management of malnourished children.
 Conduct research to identify gaps and program. Assist in conducting research or assessments and surveys to gather data and identify areas to strengthen the PM-POSHAN scheme.
 Monitor the quality of food and the implementation of nutritional guidelines.
 Develop monitoring frameworks, track progress, evaluate outcomes, and prepare reports, policy briefs, and other documentation to disseminate findings.
 Assist in mentoring stakeholders in the PM-POSHAN Scheme, including district, block and field-level staff and coordination among relevant departments.
 Stay updated on emerging trends and best practices in public health nutrition by participating in relevant forums, conferences, and working groups.
 Any other activities as assigned by the PI or supervisor.

Qualification:
 Master’s or PhD in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Public Health or a related field.

Experience:
 At least 2 to 3 years of experience of working in field of implementation in Nutrition and/or Public Health Nutrition.
Please share the following information along with your application:
1) Latest CV 2) Current CTC 3) Expected Salary 4) Notice Period
Last Date for online Applications: 18th September, 2024.

Remarks and How to apply:
 Interested and eligible candidates are requested to apply online at https://iiphg.edu.in/work-with-us/.
 Please highlight the Name of the Post “State Program Officer – Nutrition” Position Code: (IIPHG/REC/2024-25/44) in the subject.
 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
 Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate being called for interview.
 Candidates applying for more than one post are required to submit separate application for each post.
 Call letters to the shortlisted applicants shall be sent by email. No postal communication shall be made.
 Incomplete applications, shall be summarily rejected and no communication in this regard shall be entertained.
 No TA / DA will be paid to attend the selection process, if called for.
 Persons employed in Government/Semi-Government Organization or Educational Institutions in India must apply through proper channel.
 IIPHG reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all available positions.
 The requirements of minimum qualification and/or experience may be relaxed in the case of candidates with outstanding credentials.
 No correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding any delays, conduct & result of interview and reasons for not being called for interview.
 Women are encouraged to apply.