Overview
UNICEF is hiring a NO-3 Nutrition Specialist in Nairobi for a 364-day temporary appointment focused on food systems for children, healthy diets, obesity prevention and climate-responsive nutrition.
Full job description
The role supports food-system transformation for children, including First Foods Africa, prevention of overweight and obesity, food-environment work, partnerships, programme design and evidence-based policy engagement.
Requirements & qualifications
The official posting requires an advanced degree in a relevant field such as public health, nutrition, food systems or food science and at least five years of relevant experience. English is required, with Kiswahili or another Kenyan language listed as an asset. As a National Officer role, UNICEF states that it does not facilitate visa or work authorization.
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Verification notes
Verified against the active official UNICEF Careers page on 22 August 2026. Job 595107 / position 00138122 is a NO-3 temporary appointment for 364 days in Nairobi, closing 24 August 2026.
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