Nutrition Intern

3 Locations

a month ago

Part-Time

We are looking for recent nutrition graduates seeking to improve public health nutrition.

About Sight and life

Sight and Life informs, supports, designs, and incubates evidence-based malnutrition solutions. We have 35 years’ experience in advancing the science of micronutrients, advocacy for improved nutrition, incubating innovation, and convening the best minds in the field of nutrition.

Role specifics
  • Scientific Writing (40%)
  • Research & developing presentations (30%)
  • Coordinating /Administration/ Event management (30%)
Qualifications

An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: nutrition, public health, nutritional epidemiology, global/international health and nutrition, health/nutrition research, policy and/or management, health sciences, nutritional epidemiology, Public Health, Food Technology, Food Systems.

Must-have skills
  • Must have impeccable writing skills
  • Ability to take ownership and lead in areas of responsibility
  • Excellent research and analytical skills; Ability to digest complex knowledge and turn into digestible information at a fast pace
  • Ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines
  • Takes initiative and is keen to put forward new ideas
  • Adaptability and strong work ethic
  • Ability to quickly integrate in a team whilst working independently
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Experience developing compelling PowerPoint decks
  • Excellent communication skills
Language requirements
  • Fluent in English, knowledge of German and/or French is considered an asset.
  • Must have impeccable writing skills
Working conditions
  • Unique opportunity to work and learn with a multi-disciplinary and innovative team of
  • Global experts pushing the envelope on eradicating malnutrition.
  • Competitive stipend commensurate with experience.
  • Possibility to join the team promptly.