Return-Path: [log in to unmask] Received: from Internal.idrc.ca (blackhole.idrc.ca [198.62.158.130]) by suntan.ccs.yorku.ca (8.8.7/8.8.5) with SMTP id SAA13267 for <[log in to unmask]>; Thu, 20 Nov 1997 18:23:32 -0500 (EST) From: [log in to unmask] Received: from postmaster.idrc.ca (postmaster.idrc.ca [198.62.158.121]) by Internal with SMTP (DuhMail/3.0) id SAA21585; Thu, 20 Nov 1997 18:15:11 -0500 Received: FROM IDRCZOOM.. BY . ; 20 Nov 97 18:24:29 EST Date: 20 Nov 97 18:21:45 EST Subject: fwd: Job Posting: Pakistan To: [log in to unmask] Message-ID: <[log in to unmask]> Sam: Further to the email I just sent, here is the original message. Did this get posted? If not, I'd like to do it ASAP. Thanks. ********* Edie Clark Information Officer / Agente d'information The Micronutrient Initiative 250 rue Albert St. Ottawa, Canada K1G 3H9 Tel: (613) 236-6163 ext. (poste) 2050 Fax: (613) 236-9579 Email: [log in to unmask] http://www.idrc.ca/mi ------------- Original Text From: Edie Clark@MI IM@IDRC CRDI, on 97/11/13 16:49: To: internet[[log in to unmask]] Job Posting: The Micronutrient Initiative announces a 6 Month Consultancy - Pakistan Purpose To provide technical support in the design and implementation of the micronutrient deficiency control component of the UNICEF/Government of Pakistan Programme of Cooperation, with particular focus on iron fortification of wheat flour and other means to alleviate iron deficiency, and vitamin A fortification of cooking oils and fats. Terms of Reference * Carry out a situation assessment of iron and vitamin A status in Pakistan (based on secondary information) and a review of the current government, private sector, and nongovernmental (NGO) efforts to address iron and vitamin A deficiency (fortification, supplementation, information, education and communication); * Develop a project proposal on iron fortification of wheat flour and on strengthening the current efforts on vitamin A fortification of vegetable oil and fats; * Provide technical inputs in developing a national anaemia control programme for Pakistan; * Organise consultation meetings with wheat flour and vegetable oil companies to motivate them for iron and vitamin A fortification; * Assist in reviewing technology, including equipment needs for fortification and identifying appropriate technology and equipment for fortification for small, medium and large companies; * Develop training programs on iron and vitamin A fortification and train master trainers (to be assisted by another expert); * Review existing legislation/ regulations and propose new legislation/regulations (and/or revisions) on fortification; * Develop a monitoring and information system to monitor iron and vitamin A fortification; * Provide technical inputs in developing an appropriate IEC package for the prevention/control of anaemia and vitamin A deficiency. Reporting/Supervision The consultant will work closely with and report to Project Officer Nutrition, UNICEF Islamabad and also keep regular contacts with government counterparts. The work of the consultant will be monitored through monthly workplans and reports which will be developed in consultation with government counterparts. Education/Skill Requirements * Masters degree in Nutrition\Food Sciences * 8 - 10 years work experience in the food sciences, food fortification, or nutrition fields, with working experience (at least 2 years) in developing countries * Experience in planning and implementing health or nutrition projects * Possess a high level of familiarity with international issues pertaining to sustainable development, coupled with a proven ability to operate with tact and sensitivity to socio-cultural differences. Languages * Fluent in English; Knowledge of Urdu desirable Salary will be commensurate with experience. Starting date will be no later than February 1, 1998 for a 6 (six) month consultancy. Interested applicants should forward a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and current references by December 1, 1997 to: The Micronutrient Initiative c/o International Development Research Centre (IDRC) P.O. Box 8500, 250 Albert Street Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3H9 Canada Fax: (613) 236-9579 Email:[log in to unmask] The Micronutrient Initiative thanks all applicants for their interest but will only acknowledge and contact candidates who best match the requirements of the position. MI IS COMMITTED TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY