Consultant – Nutrition Formulation for MAM Treatment Blend

ABOUT THE COMPANY The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. JOB SUMMARY RequirementsThe consultant should bring:Familiarity with RUSF, fortified blended foods, supplementary feeding products, or similar nutrition productsHumanitarian, public-sector nutrition, Nigeria, or comparable-context experience - preferably in Borno StateExperience designing simple, scalable formulations for young children or nutritionally vulnerable populationsAbility to define nutrition targets and translate them into practical formulationsFamiliarity with premix, fortification, bioavailability, and nutrient stabilityAbility to balance nutritional adequacy with cost, manufacturability, ingredient availability, and caregiver preparation realities RESPONSIBILITIES Define nutrition targets and guardrailsDevelop a clear nutrition target matrix for reformulated Tom Brown, anchored in relevant national and international standards (e.g., WHO supplementary food guidance, WFP TSF specifications) and future-state procurement criteria (e.g., UNICEF Supply Division, NAFDAC).Define target ranges, minimum thresholds, and red lines for energy density, macro- and micronutrient profile, protein quality, fat composition, digestibility, and suitability for young children with MAM.Clarify which attributes are non-negotiable, which are preferred, and where trade-offs may be acceptable.Define formulation principles and ingredient frameworkSet practical formulation principles, including simplicity, local ingredient availability, digestibility, cost sensitivity, caregiver preparation burden, and compatibility with local production constraints.Define acceptable ingredient categories, including carbohydrate bases, protein sources, fat sources, and fortification or premix options.Advise on premix, bioavailability, nutrient stability, and ingredient interactions, including risks linked to processing, storage, and local climatic conditions.Develop candidate Tom Brown reformulations (Primary Deliverable)Develop 3–4 candidate reformulations, each including ingredient composition, estimated nutritional profile, preparation method, rationale, and key trade-offs.For each option, identify nutritional gaps versus the target profile, risks to recovery outcomes, fortification concerns, preparation risks, and assumptions requiring validation. REQUIRED SKILLS Ability to coordinate, Documentation and record keeping, Nutrition and metabolism REQUIRED EDUCATION Diploma, Associate's degree

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