Consultance pour la révision AMNJE, du calendrier de supplémentation et de l’IHAB - Maroc, Rabat, Morocco CO, Health & Nutrition section, 5.5 Months, Remote work,

Organizational Context

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them reach their full potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of our achievements, fostering a diverse and passionate culture with attractive compensation and benefits.

Job Purpose

The consultancy aims to revise the Maternal, Infant, and Young Child Feeding (AMNJE) framework, the supplementation calendar, and the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IHAB) in Morocco. This initiative aligns with the National Multisectoral Nutrition Strategy (SNMN) 2024-2030 and WHO/UNICEF recommendations. The consultant will analyze existing data, including the National Nutrition Survey (ENN 2019-2020), to identify structural challenges hindering national and global nutrition goals. The work will focus on addressing persistent issues in maternal and child nutrition, such as stunting and anemia, and proposing integrated solutions to improve nutritional status across the country, particularly in regions with marked disparities.

Responsibilities

The consultant will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive review of the current AMNJE framework, supplementation protocols, and IHAB guidelines in Morocco. This includes analyzing existing policies, programs, and operational strategies related to maternal and child nutrition. The consultant will assess the effectiveness of current supplementation practices and identify gaps and areas for improvement, considering regional disparities. A key responsibility will be to analyze epidemiological data, such as the ENN 2019-2020 survey, to understand the prevalence and regional distribution of malnutrition indicators like stunting and anemia. Based on this analysis, the consultant will develop evidence-based recommendations for revising the AMNJE framework, optimizing the supplementation calendar, and enhancing the IHAB strategy. This will involve proposing integrated approaches that combine supplementation, food fortification, and improved nutritional practices. The consultant will also contribute to aligning these revisions with the SNMN 2024-2030 and international best practices, ensuring the proposed changes are practical and sustainable for implementation within the Moroccan context.

Work Experience

Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in public health, nutrition programs, or policy analysis, preferably in a developing country context. Experience with maternal and child nutrition interventions is essential.

Skills

Nutrition policy analysis, Maternal and child health, Programmatic review, Data analysis, Report writing, Project management, Stakeholder engagement, Knowledge of WHO/UNICEF guidelines, Understanding of nutrition indicators, Intervention design, Public health strategies, Cross-cultural communication

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