
Posted date | 8th May, 2024 | Last date to apply | 31st May, 2024 |
Category | Consultancy | ||
Status | Closed |
Job Description:
The primary objective of this consultancy is to conduct a Rapid Nutrition Analysis to assess the current nutritional status of children under five years old and Pregnant and Lactating Women (PLWs) in districts Shikarpur, Karachi and Jamshoro. Specific goals include:
- Measure the prevalence of acute malnutrition (Global Acute Malnutrition - GAM and Severe Acute Malnutrition - SAM) using Weight-for-Height Z-scores (WHZ) and Mid Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC).
- Assess the stunting rates among children under five years old.
- Evaluate the nutritional status of PLWs using MUAC.
- Identify key contributing factors to malnutrition in the region.
- Provide actionable data to local health authorities and NGOs for immediate intervention.
- 1. Scope of Work:
- 2. Deliverables:
- 3. Consultant Qualifications:
- 4. Timeline:
- Survey Design: Develop a survey protocol using the SMART methodology, ensuring it is adapted to the rapid assessment context.
- Sampling: Design a sampling strategy that adequately represents the target population within the constraints of a rapid survey.
- Data Collection: Supervise and participate in the data collection process, ensuring adherence to the SMART guidelines.
- Data Analysis: Analyze the collected data to produce reliable estimates of malnutrition indicators.
- Reporting: Prepare a comprehensive survey report detailing findings and recommendations,
- A detailed survey protocol, including sampling frame and data collection tools.
- A final report presenting the analysis, findings, and recommendations, including an executive summary suitable for dissemination.
- Advanced degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in conducting nutritional assessments using the SMART methodology.
- Strong statistical analysis skills, particularly in handling survey data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in the local language of the survey area is an asset.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and deliver high-quality outputs.
The consultancy will be conducted over a period of 04 weeks from the date of contract signing, with the following tentative timeline:
- Week 1: Submission of scoping document outlining the understanding regarding the assignment
- Week 2 and 3: Data collection and analysis
- Week 4: Report writing and finalization
Details TOR's attached
Apply By:
Submit your technical and financial proposals including the workplan to [email protected]; and [email protected] by 31 May 2024.
Requirements
- Requires a minimum of 0 years of experience
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