Senior Nutrition Specialist for IGNIT3 Project

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Nutrition International Full time

Company Overview

Nutrition International is a leading global organization dedicated to improving nutrition and transforming lives.

We make a difference by leveraging our expertise in nutrition, public health, and international development to create lasting impact.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Advisor to join our team as part of the IGNIT3 Project.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the implementation of this project, working closely with SickKids Centre for Global Child Health and WaterAid Canada.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support and coordination for the IGNIT3 Project.
  • Analyze and interpret findings from routine monitoring and research.
  • Coordinate technical advice provision by GTS or external experts.
  • Assess and monitor the project team's technical capacity and resource needs.
  • Quality assure project management activities, including consultant selection and scope of work.
  • Support design, implementation, and knowledge exchange of research studies.
  • Troubleshoot and recommend corrective actions, leveraging internal NI expertise.
  • Contribute to knowledge translation documents and peer-reviewed publications.
  • Coordinate quality assurance/technical review of knowledge products.
  • Disseminate NI's work through representation, publications, and policy advocacy.

About You

  • Postgraduate level degree in nutrition or public health, or relevant discipline with significant experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of related experience in nutrition, public health, or related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience working in programs related to child survival, health and nutrition, maternal health and nutrition, and/or adolescent health and nutrition.
  • Proven experience in quantitative and qualitative research.
  • Understanding of health systems and girls' and women's health and equity issues.
  • International development experience, preferably in low- and middle-income countries.
  • Experience with gender-responsive program design and implementation is an asset.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to travel internationally for up to 40 days per year.

What We Offer

A competitive market salary of CAD $85,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Health and dental benefits, flexible work hours, and four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays).

We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Selected candidates must have current legal entitlement to work in Canada (Permanent Residency, Current Work Permit, Citizenship, NAFTA eligibility or other reciprocal trade agreement).



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