Sr Program Officer, LSFF, India

Employment Type:  Full Time Title:  Sr Program Officer, LSFF, India Location:  New Delhi Deadline for submission: February 22, 2026 (Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis) About us Founded in 1992, Nutrition International (NI) is a global organization dedicated to delivering proven nutrition interventions to those who need them most.
Working in partnership with countries, donors and implementers, our experts conduct cutting-edge nutrition research, support critical policy formulation, and integrate nutrition into broader development programs.
In more than 60 countries, primarily in Asia and Africa, Nutrition International nourishes people to nourish life.
For more than 30 years now, Nutrition International has focused on delivering low-cost, high-impact, nutrition interventions to people in need, driven by our mission to achieve a world where everyone, everywhere, is free from malnutrition and able to reach their full potential.
Nutrition International’s work is guided by a dedicated and talented team of experts working globally, regionally and within countries to end malnutrition worldwide.
If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you.
Please consider applying for the position below.
About the role Working as part of LSFF Team, and based in the India Country Office, the position is responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of the fortification program, ensuring quality assurance, providing support to the states under NI India’s Large Scale Food Fortification Program.
In this role you will : ·        Work closely with the NPM- Fortification to plan and deliver technical advisory inputs, and/or quality assurance of program, planning  and documentation.
·        Collaborate with state teams to identify program technical priorities and research areas for improving quality and coverage of programs.
·        Oversee the overall implementation of all LSFF activities, ensuring that activities are implemented according to plan, within the desired timeframe, and in line with the project design, meeting targets.
·        Oversee the financial management of the program, ensuring the monitoring of spending to ensure appropriate and relevant use of project funds in line with donor requirements.
·        Build capacity of internal and implementing partner staff about new knowledge, clearly interpreting relevance for NI programs and implications for changes in practice by NI.
·        Prepare ToRs, in consultation with NPM and follow up to ensure timely completion of review and approval process.
·        Facilitate inception meetings with the vendors/partners and share relevant technical documents with them.
·        Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure quality deliverables are received as per contract timelines.
·        Liaise with key government stakeholders at national and state levels to represent NI’s work.
·        Stay abreast of and contribute to the latest knowledge and develop networks and collaborative relations to facilitate and reinforce sharing of best practice with other relevant programs, experts and organizations in India.
·        Develop and support finalization of necessary technical documentation including concept notes, program reports, training modules, policy briefs, study reports, etc.
·        Provide technical support in documentation of program activities, best practices and success stories.
  For more detailed information about the role , please click on the attached Job Description What we offer Nutrition International offers a highly competitive market pay, including health and wellness benefits, medical insurance, accidental insurance plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), and support for learning and development opportunities.
We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.
Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment.
Upon request, accommodation due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.
  How to apply?
Nutrition International is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
To apply please visit :   And click on the ‘Apply for this job’ button to submit your application.
  The closing date for receiving applications is February 22, 2026.
Please note that the applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be closed once a suitable candidate is identified.
Only short-listed candidates will receive an acknowledgment and will be called for personal interactions.
The starting salary for this position is INR 26,12,390/- per annum.
We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  NI is a non-smoking work environment.
About you You will have a Master’s degree in food technology, nutrition, public health or related fields with at least 8 years of work experience in developing and implementing programs in India.
Experience of working in food fortification and food systems will be preferred.
A result-oriented approach and proven ability to manage, track and coordinate complex multi-partner large-scale programs, you will come with the ability to network and negotiate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve the objectives of the program.
The position will particularly require a strong ability to engage and negotiate with senior government officials at state level in India.
Fluency in Hindi and English (Reading, Writing & Oratory Skills) is a prerequisite.
  Knowledge of other languages spoken in India would be an asset.