Career Opportunity at Nutrition International
Consultancy Opportunity: Nutrition Systems Integration
Organization: Nutrition International
Position: Consultant – Post-Pilot Revision of the Nutrition Systems Integration Approach and Tool
Location: Fully Remote (No travel anticipated)
Duration: 3–4 months (Maximum 28 working days, part-time)
Start Date: 16 November 2026
Application Deadline: 25 September 2026 at 23:59 (Ottawa Time)
About the Role
Nutrition International developed the Nutrition Systems Integration Approach and Checklist to support context-specific, integrated, and evidence-based nutrition programming across government and development partner platforms.
Following a successful pilot in Kenya focused on adolescent nutrition, Nutrition International is hiring a part-time Consultant to analyze end-user feedback and produce a streamlined 2.0 version of the Approach and Tool. This work will help partners identify priority nutrition needs, align interventions, leverage existing systems, avoid duplication, and maximize reach and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Working under the guidance of the Research Specialist (Research & Development) through agreed monthly workplans, the Consultant will:
Analyze Feedback: Review and synthesize lessons from end-users and stakeholders involved in the Kenya pilot.
Inform Strategy: Formulate evidence-based recommendations and a clear action plan to adapt and streamline the tool.
Develop Version 2.0: Lead the revision of the Nutrition Systems Integration Approach and Checklist into a refined 2.0 version.
Create Knowledge Products: Draft a comprehensive primer document and an executive presentation deck summarizing the updated framework.
Key Deliverables
Consolidated stakeholder feedback and lesson analysis.
Evidence-based recommendations and action plan for tool revisions.
Final revised Version 2.0 of the Nutrition Systems Integration Approach and Checklist.
Finished primer document and presentation deck.
Candidate Qualifications
Education
Master’s or PhD in Public Health, Nutrition, Global Health, or a closely related field.
Experience
Demonstrated expertise in qualitative research (design, implementation, and analysis using KIIs and FGDs).
Proficiency with qualitative data management software (e.g., NVivo, MAXQDA, or similar) is preferred.
Proven track record supporting multi-sectoral programs, multi-stakeholder working groups, or initiatives in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs).
Strong history of producing high-quality written technical deliverables under tight deadlines.
Experience working cross-sectorally to optimize program performance is a strong advantage.
Core Competencies
Excellent written, verbal, and technical presentation skills in English.
Strong interpersonal skills with a team-oriented, collaborative mindset.
Proactive, independent worker comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit the following materials via email to ni-rnd@nutritionintl.org no later than 25 September 2026 at 23:59 (Ottawa time):
Up-to-date CV / Resume
Cover Letter
Reference List (including contact person, email, phone number, and brief description of past services provided)
Proposed Daily Rate (in Canadian Dollars – CAD)
Next steps to help you prepare:
Draft a tailored cover letter for this consultancy role
Outline a sample 28-day workplan for this project.
