Nutrition Technologists at Amref Kenya

Amref Health Africa in Kenya is the country programme office of Amref Health Africa, Africa’s largest International Health NGO. This is the largest and oldest country programme in Africa with an average annual budget of USD 40million. We have 19 innovative products and project models that have successfully been implemented and transformed 5.4 million lives...

 

Nutrition Technologists

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience2 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldMedical / Healthcare 

Job Description

Scope of work:

Working under the guidance of Sub County Nutrition Coordinator and facility in charge, the Nutrition Technologist will support the implementation of facility and community-based nutrition services, including screening, therapeutic feeding, and counseling. The position ensures adherence to Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM) protocols and supports health system strengthening in nutrition service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Implement outpatient therapeutic care (OTP) for children with severe acute malnutrition and supplementary feeding for moderately malnourished children and PLWs.
  • Deliver nutrition services in clinics, including assessment, classification, treatment, follow-up, and counseling in accordance with national IMAM protocols.
  • Lead the rollout of MIYCN, Baby-Friendly Community Initiative (BFCI), and Family MUAC approaches at facility and community levels.
  • Coordinate with caregiver teams and CHPs to support household-level MUAC screening, health promotion, and early detection of malnutrition.
  • Provide individual nutrition counseling and support, including for clients with medical complications such as those in Comprehensive Care Clinics (CCC).
  • Collaborate with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to plan and conduct training for Mother-to-Mother Support Groups (M2MSGs) on MIYCN.
  • Support mentorship and on-job training for nutrition volunteers, and CHPs by identifying capacity gaps and addressing them.
  • Ensure consistent availability of nutrition supplies (e.g., RUTF, F-75, F-100) and functional equipment at the health facility.
  • Conduct regular community mass screenings in collaboration with CHPs and link malnourished individuals to care.
  • Participate in MNCH, One Health, and other integrated outreach programs to improve service coverage.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure timely submission of weekly, biweekly, and monthly reports using MOH tools (e.g., MOH 733B, 734).
  • Promote integration of WASH practices in nutrition service delivery.
  • Liaise with CHPs and community leaders to strengthen referral pathways and ensure client follow-up and recovery.

Qualifications

EDUCATION  

  • A minimum of Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics from a recognized institution.
  • Registered and licensed by the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI).

EXPERIENCE:

  • At least 2 years of clinical/community nutrition experience, preferably in a health facility setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Experience in IMAM, IYCF, outreach services, and use of MOH nutrition tools is an added advantage.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with communities, and a team-oriented mindset.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work Environment

  • Work environment is in ARID and Semi-ARID Area with frequent travel

Hours of Work

  • The job holder may be required to work outside normal working hours due to the nature of the work in general

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Amref Kenya on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply

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