About Us

At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference.

Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 400 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.

Know our team

Nutrition International’s Operations Unit is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of Nutrition International’s core program interventions including program development, design, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting, and grant management, including setting annual operational planning, budgeting, and review processes. The unit comprises a global team of professionals located in our 10 core countries across Asia, Africa and our headquarters in Ottawa. The country director position will be responsible for the overall management of the Tanzania country programs within Africa Region.

About You

• You will have a Master’s degree from a recognized university in management, international development, public health, nutrition or related area;
• Additional post graduate certification in project or general management desirable;
• Having a certificate in research and/or monitoring and evaluation is an added advantage
• At least 10 years’ experience in the management of programs in public health, nutrition, international development or a related field;
• Significant experience managing complex budgets and large, diverse teams in progressively more senior leadership roles;
• At least 5 years’ experience in networking at a high level with international partners and country government, desirable;

Fluent in written and spoken English. Fluency in local language desirable.

About The Role

In this role you will be responsible for

• Overall leadership of the NI Country Team and program in Tanzania.
• Lead the management of relations with the Government of Tanzania and with other key local stakeholders.
• The CD will also oversee the work of the country team in developing, mobilizing resources for, managing, monitoring and reporting on NI programs in Tanzania, and will manage NI’s country operations including ongoing compliance with legal and financial regulations in the country.
• He/she ensures that the programs of NI Tanzania are aligned effectively with both the priorities of the Government of Tanzania and with NI’s priorities.

What we offer

A competitive market pay, health and dental benefits and pension plan, flexible work hours, work from home, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays) and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment. Read more to know more about us Top Employers of National Capital Region 2020.

We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.