National consultant for Costed National Nutrition Strategy

About the role

UNICEF is seeking an experienced individual consultant to lead the development of a costed National Nutrition Strategy for Rwanda. This 5‑month, office‑based assignment in Kigali will support the government in aligning nutrition policies, securing financing, and establishing a robust implementation framework.

Key responsibilities

• Review existing nutrition policies and ensure strategic alignment with national priorities.
• Conduct situational analysis, stakeholder mapping and consultations.
• Develop the Nutrition Strategic Plan, results framework and detailed costing.
• Identify financing sources and design resource‑mobilisation strategies.
• Draft implementation and governance arrangements, including monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) plans.
• Perform risk analysis and propose mitigation measures.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Health Economics or related field.
• Minimum seven years of professional experience in nutrition policy, health financing and multisectoral program design.
• Proven track record in developing national strategies, technical reports and policy briefs.
• Experience facilitating workshops, stakeholder engagement and capacity‑building activities.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; French is an asset.

Required skills

• Costing and financial analysis
• Quantitative and qualitative research
• Data collection, analysis and interpretation
• Policy analysis and strategic planning
• Report writing and presentation

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence national nutrition policy in Rwanda.
• Professional development within a leading global organization.
• Attractive compensation and benefits package.