Terms
of Reference
Nutrition Intern
Food
Security and Nutrition Analysis Unit for Somalia (FSNAU)
BackgroundThe Food Security and Nutrition Analysis Unit (FSNAU) consists of two major components.
i)
The Food Security component which provides up to date quality food security
information and
ii)
The Nutrition component which focuses on the generation of good quality timely
and appropriate nutrition information.
In
addition the unit conducts applied research to explore and report on the
underlying causes to malnutrition and food insecurity in Somalia.
Both
food security and nutrition information are analysed in the relevant context
and provided to decision-makers within the humanitarian community in Somalia
for use in the design of both short and longer term food security, nutrition
and livelihood related interventions.
FSNAU
places strong emphasis on partnerships with local authorities and international
and local humanitarian organisations for the specific development of capacity
in Somalia and the region.
This
includes the provision of capacity building in Nutrition Assessment in
Emergencies to Masters Level Nutrition Students in the region.
As
a component of this capacity building FSNAU recognises the importance of practical
hands on experience by Nutrition students in humanitarian agencies therefore
FSNAU is providing an opportunity for one student at Graduate level in
Nutrition for an internship at the unit in Nairobi.
This internship will be for a period of three months from (July 2013 to September 2013), with the primary aim to use this period to impart technical knowledge on nutrition surveillance through on the job training.
This internship will be for a period of three months from (July 2013 to September 2013), with the primary aim to use this period to impart technical knowledge on nutrition surveillance through on the job training.
The
intern will report directly to the FSNAU Nutrition Team Manager, and work in
close consultation with the Nutrition Analysts.
The
intern will focus on the following tasks:
Tasks:
- Assist in
cleaning and entry of nutrition survey/assessments data, under the
supervision of the relevant Nutrition Analysts and in close collaboration
with the Data Entry Clerks.
- Participate in
the Gu 2013 seasonal analysis and dissemination workshops and meetings.
- Attend Somalia
Nutrition cluster meetings and other relevant cluster meetings in Nairobi.
- Under the
supervision of the Nutrition analyst who is the focal point on Capacity
building, assist in the planning and preparation of nutrition surveys and
assessments at Nairobi level.
- In detail read
the nutrition technical reports, updates and other relevant documents
published from Gu season last year to date and ensure consistency in
reporting of rates, confidence intervals, tables and information in text.
- In close
collaboration with Nutrition analysts assist in drafting, editing and
finalizing articles for the nutrition updates/technical series.
- Working closely
with the Nutrition Data Analyst and Nutrition analysts, to ensure that
data collected through the Health Information System, is received as
required and updated; also assist in running basic analysis of this
information.
- Assist in
on-going FSNAU nutrition related research initiatives, particularly in the
form of literature searches, processing/compiling data, data analysis,
technical writing and report editing.
- Participate in
relevant internal and external events such as meetings and trainings.
- Perform other
tasks as assigned
Minimum
qualifications:
Candidates
MUST be post graduate students pursuing a Master’s degree in NUTRITION in Kenya
or Somalia
- Must be
postgraduate student at a local public university
- Should be
computer literate
- Previous work
experience not mandatory
- Strong critical
thinking and writing ability
- Strong English
writing and editing skills
- High degree of
self-motivation and initiative
- Willingness to
learn and apply new analytical approaches
- Strong skills in
basic computer packages – Knowledge in EPI Info, ENA or EPI6 an added
advantage
- Sensitivity to
the social and cultural environment of Somalia
Deliverables/Expected
Outputs
- By the end of
the internship, the student should have gained considerable technical
knowledge and understanding on nutrition surveillance and situational
analysis.
- All assignments
given during the internship period should be completed as required.
- The intern is
expected to submit a detailed report on their experiences and activities
covered during the period.
Allowances
and Remuneration
This
position does not have a salary; however the intern will be paid a small
stipend to cater for transport costs.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Candidates
are requested to submit a motivation covering letter (one page) clearly
outlining their suitability and stating clearly why they feel they should be
considered for the position along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae.
The
application should be sent to tom.oguta@fao.org
The
subject line of the e-mail message should read Nutrition Intern –FSNAU/07/13.
Applications must be received by 14th June 2013. Late applications will not be considered.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
Applications must be received by 14th June 2013. Late applications will not be considered.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.