Assistant Director, Nutrition & Dietetics Services Job Garissa County Public Service Board

Assistant Director, Nutrition & Dietetics Services Job. Medical Jobs in Kenya

Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing Nutrition policies and programs
• Coordinating provision of nutrition activities
• Developing and reviewing nutrition guidelines
• Providing guidelines on supplemental and therapeutic diets for existing and emerging diseases for hospital use and other institutions
• Coordinating the development of nutrition information, education, promotion and communication materials.
• Coordinating the development and provision of specialized diets for specialized needs
• Overseeing the management of inpatients and outpatients in health care facilities.
• Coordinating preparation of hospital menus and diets
• Monitoring and review of programs and projects
• Identifying areas of research, validity, new findings for adoption and disseminating the findings to key stakeholders, support relevant research institutions to conduct nutrition research.
• Advising on procurement and distribution of nutrition equipment’s and commodities and coaching and mentoring of staff

Read More>>How My CV Sold Me Out To Get My Dream Job

Requirement for Appointment

• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline; Nutrition and dietetics, dietetics/clinical nutrition, Food Science and nutrition or Home Economics from recognized Institution;
• Master of Science of the following discipline; Nutrition and dietetics, Clinical Nutrition and dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, Food/Nutrition and Dietetics, Human Nutrition, Applied Human Nutrition, Food Science and Nutrition, Home economics from a recognized Institution is an added advantage;
• Registration with the Kenya Nutritionist and Dieticians Institute (KNDI);
• Previous experience in a similar position is an advantage;
• Certificate in Computer applications skills from a recognized institution

Read More>>>How CV Revamp & Applying For The Right Roles Landed Me A Job!

How to Apply

Individuals applying for these positions must be Kenyan Citizens, with the qualification, skills and experience as outlined in the detailed job description for the position you are applying for.

You will also be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws, demonstrate understanding and commitment to National values and principles of governance as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, and satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity. Also of importance is a clearly demonstrated understanding of both the county and national goals, policies development strategies as well as Vision 2030.

All applications should include a copy of your National Identity Card/Passport, copies of Academic and Professional Certificates, testimonials, registrations, and current statutory clearances: KRA, HELB, EACC, CRB and CID (certificate of good conduct).

Applications, should be sent or submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left-hand side, the position being applied for and addressed to:
The Secretary/CEO
County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 563-70100
Garissa

• The County Public Service Board Office is located at the Urban Planning Offices (former municipal Council) along Airstrip Road.
• All applications should reach us on or before Friday, 20th June 2025. Please note that:
• Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted;
• Garissa County is an equal opportunity employer that values and encourages applications from women and persons with special needs