Lead Transformative Nutrition Programming Across East Africa
Humanitarian professionals with experience in nutrition, public health, and programme management have an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognized humanitarian organization. IsraAID is recruiting a Programme Manager to oversee the implementation of its Regional Nutrition Programme based in Nairobi, Kenya, supporting operations across Kenya, Uganda, and future expansion locations in the region.
This full-time hybrid position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative nutrition programming that addresses both acute and chronic malnutrition among vulnerable populations while strengthening community resilience and health systems.
About the Regional Nutrition Programme
The Integrated Community Nutrition Management Programme is a multi-country initiative implemented by IsraAID in partnership with Edesia and a wide range of government, community, regional, and international stakeholders.
The programme focuses on improving nutrition outcomes for:
- Children under five years of age
- Pregnant women
- Lactating mothers
- Other nutritionally vulnerable populations
Using an integrated and community-based approach, the programme combines:
- Acute malnutrition treatment
- Preventive nutrition interventions
- Community nutrition surveillance
- WASH rehabilitation activities
- School-based nutrition screening
- Caregiver support initiatives
- Digital monitoring and evaluation systems
- Supply chain strengthening
- Multi-sector referral pathways
The initiative aims to create sustainable systems that improve nutrition outcomes while building stronger community capacities to respond to future health and nutrition challenges.
Key Responsibilities of the Programme Manager
The Programme Manager will oversee the day-to-day management, coordination, and quality implementation of the Regional Nutrition Programme.
Core responsibilities include:
Programme Management and Coordination
- Leading programme implementation across multiple locations.
- Developing and monitoring programme workplans.
- Coordinating implementation between Kenya and Uganda teams.
- Tracking progress and addressing operational bottlenecks.
- Supporting programme scale-up and transition planning.
- Managing project cycles from planning through reporting and closeout.
The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring programme activities remain aligned with organizational standards, donor expectations, and implementation timelines.
Ensuring Technical Excellence
A major component of the role involves maintaining high-quality nutrition programming and supporting technical implementation across programme sites.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting treatment and prevention interventions.
- Strengthening community surveillance systems.
- Coordinating referral pathways and integrated services.
- Supporting technical guidance implementation.
- Promoting consistency across programme locations.
- Integrating community feedback into programme design and adaptation.
The Programme Manager will work closely with technical specialists to ensure interventions remain responsive to community needs while maintaining quality standards.
Supporting Operations and Supply Chain Systems
Effective programme delivery requires strong operational coordination. The successful candidate will collaborate with logistics, procurement, and operations teams to ensure smooth implementation.
Key operational duties include:
- Monitoring nutrition commodity movements.
- Supporting procurement and warehousing processes.
- Tracking supply chain risks and mitigation measures.
- Coordinating operational readiness for programme activities.
- Supporting budget implementation and resource tracking.
- Ensuring timely delivery of supplies and services.
This aspect of the role is critical for maintaining uninterrupted programme delivery and ensuring resources reach communities efficiently.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning
The Programme Manager will also contribute significantly to programme learning and performance management.
Key responsibilities include:
- Collaborating with MEAL teams.
- Supporting data collection and monitoring systems.
- Reviewing programme performance indicators.
- Contributing to donor and internal reports.
- Identifying implementation gaps and solutions.
- Documenting lessons learned and best practices.
By utilizing evidence-based decision-making, the Programme Manager will help strengthen programme effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Partnership Building and Stakeholder Engagement
Strong collaboration is essential for the success of regional humanitarian programmes.
The position requires regular engagement with:
- Government authorities
- Community leaders
- Local implementing partners
- International NGOs
- Donor representatives
- Regional stakeholders
- Technical working groups
The Programme Manager will represent the programme in coordination forums and support productive relationships that contribute to successful implementation.
Qualifications and Experience Required
IsraAID is seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in humanitarian and development programming.
Required qualifications include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, International Development, Project Management, Social Sciences, Humanitarian Affairs, or a related field.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Five to seven years of progressive programme management experience.
- Experience managing nutrition or health programmes.
- Strong planning, coordination, and reporting skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders.
Additional experience with MEAL systems, supply chain coordination, and integrated humanitarian programming will be considered an advantage.
Why This Opportunity Matters
Malnutrition remains one of the most significant public health challenges affecting vulnerable populations worldwide. Through this role, professionals can contribute directly to improving health outcomes, strengthening community resilience, and supporting sustainable development across East Africa.
The Programme Manager position offers a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership, technical coordination, stakeholder engagement, and humanitarian impact within a respected international organization.
Final Thoughts
For experienced programme professionals passionate about nutrition, public health, and humanitarian action, this role presents an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable communities. By leading regional implementation efforts and supporting innovative nutrition programming, the successful candidate will help shape sustainable solutions to one of the region’s most pressing development challenges.
Professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding humanitarian leadership role should strongly consider applying for this exciting opportunity in Nairobi, Kenya.
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