Nutritionist at Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services for people with disability in Uganda (CORSU)
- Company: Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services for people with disability in Uganda (CORSU)
- Location: Uganda
- State: Uganda
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: Healthcare Jobs in Uganda
Job Description
Overall Job Purpose
To provide and monitor feedings to pediatric patients enrolled in NRP and carry out nutrition education for patients and caretakers. Participate in developing the hospital patients’ diet and work closely with the project management team to manage nutritional interventions for various conditions including donor reporting.
Participate in the CP and dysphagia clinics as well as research and training.
Academic & Professional qualifications
• Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition or Human Nutrition and Dietetics from a recognized institution Computer knowledge and documentation skills Clinical Nutritionist Skills or Public Health nutritionist skills are desirable
Work Experience, knowledge & skills
• 3 years’ working experience
• Good communication, presentation and social skills Ability to document all nutrition activities in the department
• Knowledge of English and at least two local (Ugandan) languages
• Knowledge of rehabilitation of people with disabilities especially children
• A Clear understanding of Disability and rehabilitation programmes, community dynamics, cultures and practices
• Patience, Flexibility and Creativity skills
Method of Application
Qualified persons should submit their applications (detailed CV with covering letter plus copies of academic qualifications) to The Head of Human Resources, CoRSU Hospital P.O. 46 Kisubi or email to [email protected] Indicate the position you are applying for in the Subject of the email.Note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews. The closing date for receiving applications is Wednesday 13h September 2023. Qualified persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.
