Health and Nutrition Advisor

* Lead on review and implementation of health and nutrition priorities within the Syria strategic plan

* Lead on the development of the Health and Nutrition strategy with a particular focus on maternal health and integrated nutrition interventions addressing both chronic and acute malnutrition

* Help shape broader sector strategies through influence of and if possible, leadership within inter-agency coordination forums, such as the Whole of Syria and Cross-border Nutrition Working Groups, ensuring the specific nutritional needs of children are being addressed.

* Ensure all health and nutrition programme staff receive the necessary and appropriate technical support. In consultation with staff and project managers agree on the range of advice, support, training and/or other assistance required from the role to facilitate high quality programming, especially in remote management settings. This will involve regular visits to field sites or cross[1]border hubs

* Extend technical support and direction to Syria program staff in IYCF-E counselling, treatment and prevention of both chronic and acute malnutrition, maternal health and key areas for integration such as Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Child Protection, Education and Food Security and Livelihoods.