A Nutrition Assistant – National Position

Democratic Republic of Congo
23 September 2026
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Job Description

Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian aid body of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years, we have been committed to helping people affected by poverty, disease, conflict, and disasters around the world. Christian values ​​and humanitarian principles form the foundation of our work. In more than 30 countries across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we assist the most vulnerable – regardless of religion, origin, or political beliefs.

In the Ituri, Haut Uélé, Bas Uélé, Kasaï Central, Kasaï Oriental, Lomami and North Kivu provinces in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), MI has been providing humanitarian assistance since 2000, where MI is carrying out various projects in the areas of health, water, hygiene and sanitation (WASH), and food security.

For this position based  in Butembo, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, Malteser International is recruiting a Nutrition Assistant – National Position.

The Nutrition Assistant supports the planning, implementation and monitoring of nutrition activities to ensure quality care for beneficiaries and to contribute to achieving the program’s objectives.

Your responsibilities:

  • Collect, compile and analyze nutritional data, produce weekly statistics and submit reports to the line manager within the required deadlines
  • Develop the schedule for outpatient consultations and participate in the organization and execution of rapid SMART nutritional surveys
  • Ensure the application of current nutritional protocols and guidelines, including Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM), Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses (IMCI), Revitalized Preschool Consultation (CPSr), Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) and Community-Based Nutrition (CBN), in supported health facilities
  • Supervise the supply, distribution and availability of nutritional inputs, medicines, anthropometric equipment and monitoring tools.
  • Ensure compliance with good storage and warehousing practices for medications and nutritional products, including Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTFs), F-75 and F-100, monitor inventories and analyze consumption to identify discrepancies or any irrational use.
  • Develop, use and regularly update tools for collecting, monitoring and managing data related to nutritional activities.
  • Inform and raise awareness among beneficiaries about nutritional services, train and supervise health workers and community relays in the performance of their duties.

Our offer:

  • Start date: October 20, 2026
  • Duty station: Butembo
  • Contract duration: one year with possibility of renewal
  •  The position is not eligible for relocation.

Your profile:

  •  Hold a bachelor’s, master’s, or equivalent degree in nutrition and dietetics, or in any other relevant field related to the position.
  • Candidates must have at least 3 years of professional experience in the implementation and monitoring of nutrition activities, including experience in the supervision or management of health workers and/or community health workers.
  • Having a good understanding of the policies, standards, protocols and practices of the nutrition sector in the DRC, particularly in the prevention and management of malnutrition
  • Possess strong coordination, supervisory, and teamwork skills within multidisciplinary teams, as well as excellent communication skills.
  • A good command of French and basic computer skills is required; knowledge of English is an asset.
  • Fluency in the local language and a good knowledge of the area of ​​operation are essential for performing the job.
  • Having a valid driver’s license and being able to drive a motorcycle is an essential condition for carrying out travel and field missions.

Working for Malteser International

Malteser International is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, religion or origin.

Malteser International is committed to protecting individuals participating in its programs from all forms of exploitation, abuse, and sexual harassment, and has specific policies on this commitment (including a code of conduct) that outline the expected behavior and responsibilities of all staff, consultants, and other representatives of the organization. Malteser International verifies the references and backgrounds of all staff members (including criminal record checks for specific positions). All applicants for employment with Malteser International will be required to sign the MI Code of Conduct, which is attached to their employment contract, and agree to abide by its provisions.

Whether you work as a specialist abroad or in one of our regional offices, we offer a stimulating work environment within an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international employees are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster zones worldwide, as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York. You can find more information