Research assistant, nutritionist

The International
Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit one (1) dynamic and experienced Research
Assistant, Nutritionist to provide support in the implementation of the “Integration
of Orange-fleshed Sweetpotato (OFSP) Value Chain Development” into MIONJO
project in Madagascar.

The Position: The selected
candidate will be based in Toliara, he/she will report to the Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Strengthen nutrition
intervention delivery and mainstream sweetpotato nutritional value across
sectors (health, agriculture, education, etc.).

·       Develop training
materials on OFSP processing, focusing on micronutrient retention.

·       Support small and
medium processing enterprises in implementing good hygiene practices.

·       Train enterprises on
OFSP processing equipment use.

·       Assist with designing
and setting up processing equipment and quality control systems.

·       Conduct and document
experiments for internal discussions and studies.

·       Lead nutrition
awareness campaigns with national/regional offices and NGOs.

·       Provide technical
support for food availability, acceptability, and consumption studies.

·       Supervise research
activities to ensure data quality.

·       Contribute to
advocacy materials, food guides, and media strategies on health benefits.

·       Support
administrative operations for effective supply chain management.

·       Conduct first-level
analysis of nutrition-related data.

·       Develop new
strategies and protocols for project activities

Requirements

·       Bachelor’s in degree Nutrition,
Food Science, Biology, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).

·       Minimum 3 years of relevant
experience, including in emergency interventions and challenging conditions.

·       Advanced MS Office skills:
statistical analysis and database management preferred.

·       Proficiency in French
and Malagasy; working knowledge of English.

·       Experience in food
technology, quality management, and product formulation.

·       Strong analytical,
interpersonal, and cross-cultural communication skills.

·       Knowledge of legal
regulations on nutrition and food safety.

·       Proven ability to
build relationships with diverse stakeholders and manage multiple tasks under
tight deadlines.

Benefits

Why should you consider
this opportunity?

·       CIP is a global and reputable international
organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.

·       CIP is dedicated to achieving food security,
improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root
and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.

·       CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global
research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty,
enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

What are we offering?

·       Excellent
working environment.

·       Compensation package commensurate with experience. 

·       Fixed term contract with possibility of renewal subject on
performance and availability of funds.

·       Work in an equal and diverse workplace.