Job Description

JPC - 5229 - Section Head of the Health and Nutrition
Job Location: Abu Dhabi
Position Type: 12 months Contractual renewable
Total Experience: 5-10 years
Language Proficiency: English/Arabic
Job Responsibilities:
To promote a healthy lifestyle for children.o Number of awareness materials developed or updated annually (printed/digital).o Percentage of initiatives implemented in cooperation with health or educational authorities.o Percentage of programs and initiatives that involved children's opinions. Planning and Policieso Participation in developing the strategic framework to enhance children's physical and nutritional health, and contribute to updating national policies and initiatives related to healthy lifestyles and preventive nutrition, in alignment with the Child Rights Law and the ministry's strategy in supporting early childhood years.o Review of legislation and policies supporting the safety of children in educational and community environments, and propose necessary amendments in coordination with relevant health and educational authorities. Designing and Activating Awareness and Health Programso Supervise the development and implementation of community programs that enhance awareness of proper nutrition concepts, physical activity, and obesity prevention among children, ensuring messages are directed in a way that fits various social and cultural groups.o Lead national awareness initiatives that highlight the advantages of breastfeeding and the risks of unhealthy dietary patterns and introduce practices.