DPSA Assistant Director Nutrition vacancies in Pretoria Department of Health – Deadline 11 Sep 2023

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Requirements:-

A four-year Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Dietetics or Nutrition. A certificate in Communication will be an advantage. Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). At least five (5) years’ appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Dietitian or Nutritionist of which three (3) years must be at supervisory level. Knowledge of principles of a human rights framework, health system and supporting structures in South Africa. Knowledge of relevant Acts, regulations, policies, strategies, guidelines, and protocols within the department of health that impact on nutrition outcomes. Knowledge of the science of nutrition, social determinants and commercial determinants of health and its impact on nutrition and health outcomes. Knowledge of research methodologies for data collection, analysis and presentation, use of current evidence-based nutrition for improving nutrition outcomes, policy, strategies, guideline and training manual development and review process and the principles of effective monitoring and evaluation. Good communication (verbal and written), analytical thinking, facilitation, teamwork and teambuilding, flexibility and adaptability, networking and collaboration, negotiation, advocacy, problem solving, initiative and creativity, time management and computer skills (MS Office package). DUTIES : Support the implementation of food and nutrition security interventions to address hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition in vulnerable populations. Implement the South African Food-Based Dietary Guidelines (SAFBDG) to promote good health and prevent chronic diseases. Establish nutrition research and surveillance system to inform evidence-based policies and interventions for improving population health and nutrition outcomes. Prevention and management of obesity in the South African population. Implement Nutrition Information, Education, Communication and Advocacy (NIECA) initiatives. Coordinate food fortification programme for addressing micronutrient deficiencies. Conduct capacity building and training initiatives to ensure the successful implementation and long-term sustainability of nutrition intervention/programmes. Collaborate with and provide technical support to relevant internal and external stakeholders

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