Nutritionist (Roster Position)

PROGRAM BACKGROUND

International Medical Corps IMC) is a global, humanitarian, non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, non-political, non-sectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

In the Philippines, IMC has supported communities affected by natural disasters such as typhoons, earthquakes, volcanic eruption and floods. Its interventions have included emergency medical care, nutrition in emergency, distribution of hygiene kits and non-food items, and rehabilitation of damaged health facilities. IMC's work emphasizes rapid response, resilience building, and close collaboration with local government units (LGUs) to ensure aid reaches those most in need.

The Nutritionist is a roster position for national staff only. Candidates applying to this position are indicating that they are interested in being considered for International Medical Corps' standby roster for emergency response in the Philippines and be ready for deployment within 48 hours. Roster members will be contacted only when there is an emergency-response need for which the responder is qualified. This position will not be compensated unless responders are deployed to an emergency response.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Nutritionist is responsible for leading International Medical Corps' Nutrition in Emergencies (NiE) interventions across project sites, ensuring that activities are effectively planned, implemented, and monitored in line with national policies, humanitarian standards, and donor requirements. The role focuses on improving the nutritional health of vulnerable populations, particularly children and pregnant or lactating women, through assessments, targeted interventions such as therapeutic feeding, micronutrient supplementation, and nutrition education. By coordinating with government clusters and partners, the Nutritionist works to reduce malnutrition-related risks, strengthen resilience, and safeguard the well-being of affected communities.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Conduct nutritional assessment (anthropometric measurements such as mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) and edema among children and pregnant and lactating women;
• Provide infant and young child feeding support, including promotion and protection of breastfeeding and appropriate complementary feeding;
• Manage acute malnutrition among children under 5, including treatment of severe and moderate cases with therapeutic foods and medical support;
• Provide micronutrient supplementation to pregnant women and nutritionally at-risk (NAR) children;
• Deliver nutrition education specifically among parents and care givers of identified malnourished children and nutritionally at-risk pregnant women using available IEC materials.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the government's Nutrition Cluster and Food Security Cluster in the area;
• In collaboration with M & E Officer, establish and maintain appropriate records of NAR children and pregnant mothers supported by the project and monitor progress during the treatment period.
• Ensure proper hand-over of responsibilities to local nutrition office for essential follow-ups after the end of emergency response.

EDUCATION & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition/Nutrition and Dietetics/Community Nutrition;
• Must hold a Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) license as Registered Nutritionist Dietician (RND)
• Must have undergone trainings in Nutrition in Emergencies (NiE);
• Must have at least 1-2 years' experience working as a nutritionist in public health setting.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills
• Honest, hardworking and self-motivated
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within different cultural environments
• Strong written and communication skills
• Ability to work within a team structure or independently, flexible, and can cope with stressful workload

Ethical Conduct at International Medical Corps

As part of a global, humanitarian team dedicated to saving lives, easing suffering, and building self-reliance, International Medical Corps staff are responsible for adhering to our Code of Conduct and Ethics and for knowing and abiding by International Medical Corps policies and standards. All staff play a vital role in preventing violations of our Code of Conduct and Ethics , including conflicts of interest, fraud, corruption, and any kind of exploitation or abuse. International Medical Corps is also committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment free of harassment, bullying, and other misconduct, enabling staff to build and maintain professional, respectful working relationships.

International Medical Corps prioritizes safeguarding the populations with whom we work from exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children and adults at risk, and/or any form of trafficking in persons. International Medical Corps is committed to engaging members of crisis-affected communities to participate in meaningful ways in a crisis response, including making informed decisions about the assistance they receive, mitigating potential risks, and holding us accountable for the commitments we make. All staff are expected to support International Medical Corps' culture of accountability toward our stakeholders, particularly the crisis-affected communities and individuals we serve.

As part of International Medical Corps' commitment to a speak-up culture and as one of the primary ways we collectively hold ourselves accountable for complying with the ethical principles and standards of conduct outlined in the Code of Conduct and Ethics, all staff are required to report suspected or actual misconduct or violations of organizational policies. Our Code of Conduct and Ethics and Whistleblower Policy prohibit any form of retaliation against whistleblowers or individuals who report a concern in good faith. Staff who violate these protections may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contractual relationship with International Medical Corps.

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

How to apply

Only applicants who are eligible to work in the Philippines without employer provided sponsorship are eligible for this position. Applicants who are available to start immediately may be considered earlier in the selection process. The organization reserves the right to close this posting at any time at its discretion. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.

Please send your CVs to Michelle Spicer, HR Officer: @ [HIDDEN TEXT]