The Constitution of Nepal mandated basic health care as a fundamental right of all citizens, and all levels of government are responsible for ensuring this right is honored. The federal context has increased the responsibility of locally elected representatives and other local government stakeholders to make basic health services accessible, effective, and efficient, as the primary responsibility of delivering these services lies with the local governments.
The Government of Nepal has endorsed the Nepal Health Sector Strategic Plan 2023-2030 (2079/80–2087/88). The implementation of NHS-SP - 2022-2030 is the priority for the Federal Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), and the departments, divisions, and sections need to work in coordination to achieve the strategic objectives, outcomes, and outputs of the plan. Output 1.6.1. Strengthened preparedness for public health emergencies, output 2.1.2. Operationalized multi-sectoral collaborations by establishing institutional mechanisms and output 2.2.1. Modified behavior of citizens for a healthier lifestyle has strategic actions related to SBC. The Multi Sectorial Nutrition Plan (MSNP) III - 2023-2030 has identified SBC as one of the key interventions to address harmful social and cultural norms, traditions, beliefs, and behaviors specific to health and nutrition-related issues.
There are various existing SBC strategies and action plans; some of them have expired, some are expiring soon, and some need to be formulated. Currently, MoHP/NHEICC is developing the overarching health promotion strategy, andthere is and need to have SBC Maternal Neonatal Child Health and Nutrition guidelines aligned with the health promotion strategy and MSNP III.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Education:
Masters degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Social Sciences, Behavioural Science, or a related field
Knowledge/Expertise/Skills required:
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in
Maternal Neonatal Child Health & Nutrition (MNCHN),
