Consultoría Elaboración del Diagnóstico Situacional de la Alimentación Escolar y Evaluación de los Entornos Nutricionales Escolares mediante la Herramienta NEAT-S (Evaluación del Entorno Nutricional en Escuelas)
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, reaching the most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. For every child, everywhere. UNICEF relies on a dedicated team of professionals to achieve its mission. This role is part of that commitment.
Job Purpose
The consultant will be responsible for conducting a situational analysis of school feeding programs and evaluating school nutritional environments using the NEAT-S tool (Nutritional Environment Assessment Tool for Schools) in La Paz, Bolivia. This involves gathering data, analyzing existing policies and practices related to school nutrition, and assessing the current state of nutritional environments within educational institutions. The ultimate goal is to provide a comprehensive diagnosis that informs the development of effective strategies and interventions to improve school feeding and the nutritional well-being of students. The consultant's work will contribute to UNICEF's efforts to ensure that children have access to nutritious food and healthy learning environments, supporting their overall development and academic success.
Responsibilities
Conduct a comprehensive situational analysis of existing school feeding programs in La Paz, Bolivia, identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Administer the NEAT-S tool to evaluate the nutritional environment of selected schools, assessing aspects such as food availability, quality, safety, hygiene, and educational components related to nutrition. Collect and analyze relevant data from various sources, including government reports, school records, interviews with stakeholders (teachers, parents, students, local authorities), and direct observations. Assess the alignment of current school feeding practices with national policies and international best practices in child nutrition and education. Identify key challenges and barriers to effective school feeding and the creation of healthy nutritional environments. Develop a detailed diagnostic report outlining the findings of the situational analysis and NEAT-S evaluations, including specific recommendations for improvement. Present the findings and recommendations to UNICEF and relevant stakeholders. Collaborate with UNICEF country office staff and national partners throughout the consultancy period. Ensure timely submission of all deliverables as per the agreed work plan.
Work Experience
Proven experience in conducting situational analyses, program evaluations, and assessments, particularly in the areas of nutrition, education, or public health. Experience with the NEAT-S tool or similar assessment methodologies is highly desirable. Experience working with UN agencies or international organizations, preferably UNICEF, is an asset.
Skills
Situational Analysis, Program Evaluation, Nutritional Assessment, Data Collection and Analysis, Report Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Knowledge of School Feeding Programs, Understanding of Nutritional Environments, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Adaptability