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Job Position of Food Preparation Officer at World Vision International Rwanda (Deadline: 2nd January 2024)

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

FOOD PREPARATION OFFICER

World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2021-2025 seek to reach 2 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Resilience and Livelihoods, WASH and Health, Child Protection and Education.

World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated, and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Food Preparation Officer, joining an established and experienced team. This position will be based in Nyagatare, Rwanda, and reports to the Trial Manager.                                                                       

Purpose of the position:

The Food Preparation Officer will be employed directly by World Vision Rwanda; and will work under the direct supervision of the Project Facilitator. The job holder will be expected to work fully and exclusively on the Deux Oeufs study. The Deux Oeufs project in Rwanda is a collaborative research study implemented by World Vision with University of Florida (UF) and University of Rwanda (UR).   The Food Preparation Officer (FPO) will be based at the health center (Ndama/or Karangazi) where food preparation will take place. The FPO will cook eggs (hard boil) every day including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. After cooking, the Food Preparation Officer will package and hand over the eggs to Food Aid Distributors. They will also be responsible for disposing of unused or broken eggs. World Vision is looking for someone honest with good ethical behaviour and can work independently and also as part of a team. The FPO will report to the Project Facilitator.  The position is fulltime based in Karangazi sector, Nyagatare District. The primary duty location will be in Ndama Health Center or Karangazi Health Center.  Thus, this position will be based at project level where intervention and Eggs preparation activities are taking place.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

% of time

Activity

90%
  • In collaboration with the Project Facilitator, the Food Preparation Officer will ensure that procured eggs are suitable for cooking (no cracks/safety concerns).
  • Hard-boil the eggs for a suitable amount of time that is not too short or too long to ensure safety and palatability.
  • Responsible for all food storage, preparation, cooking, packaging, and safely handing the food-to-Food Aid Distributors
  • Responsible for ensuring safe storage and distribution of the fortified corn soy blend (CSB+) flour, which may additionally involve Food Aid Distributors.
  • Working closely with the Project Facilitator, keep track of the inventory of eggs and CSB+, and maintain good records.
  • Clean and sanitize the cooking utensils, cooking area, and egg-handling areas/surfaces
  • Attend training as assigned
  • Complete LDRS in a timely manner
  • Other duties as assigned by the study management

5%

Accountability, Financial activities, Learning and Innovation

  • Food Preparation Officers may also help manage the payment/reimbursement of moto drivers who transport pregnant women to the health center, as well as pregnant mothers for their time.  Additional ad hoc responsibilities may be required.

5%

Mainstreaming:

  • Contribute to the mainstreaming of cross-cutting issues in all WVR Health and nutrition projects, in particular the integration of child protection, disability and gender. Ensure focus on Child Well-being outcomes

KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Required Professional Experience
  • Experience working with NGOs or research study interventions related to community health, environmental health, nutrition, or related disciplines
  • Written and verbal communication skills, including report-writing and formal communication skills.
  • Computer skills, including knowledge in MS Office/word or another main email system such as Microsoft Outlook)
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, and ability to work with a wide range of people from different backgrounds.
  • Experience in mainstreaming gender, environment, peace-building, disability, child protection and or institutional development.
  • Strong communication skills, with experience working across teams
  • Worked/ partnered with international organizations (INGOs, Embassies, UN and government) is an added value

Required Education,

training, license,

registration, and

certification
  • High school diploma with preference for more than 5 years of experience working with NGOs or relevant organizations
  • Knowledge of Nyagatare District (especially Karangazi Sector), and MCH practices and norms, including nutrition
  • Prior experience working as a cook
  • A valid certificate of high school completion
  • A valid motorcycle/vehicle driving license is a plus
  • Ability to lift more than 15Kgs
  • Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English.

Travel and/or

Work Environment

Requirement
  • This position will be based 100% in Ndama or Karangazi Health Centers in Nyagatare District
  • Work is required on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply. 

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Food-Preparation-Officer_JR27846-1?q=Food%20Preparation%20Officer this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.

All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.

In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know on wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).

The closing date for submission of applications is 2nd January 2024; no late applications will be accepted.

As a child-focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.

Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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