Officer, Health Promotions

About First Quantum Minerals

At First Quantum Minerals, we cultivate the talents of our employees by fostering a unique culture—the “First Quantum Way.” We empower individuals to think boldly and independently, challenge conventions, and pursue innovative solutions to achieve outstanding outcomes, even in the most challenging environments.

Job Overview

This role focuses on advocating for and implementing sound nutrition practices among employees and surrounding community members.

Primary Responsibilities

• Comply with all company policies, relevant regulations, and legal requirements related to health, safety, environment, quality, finance, and human resources in alignment with the role's scope.
• Design and execute nutrition programs both in the workplace and local communities.
• Collaborate with neighboring health facilities to carry out nutrition-focused activities, including initiatives within schools.
• Deliver nutrition counseling services to employees and community clients.
• Identify children facing nutritional issues accurately, provide management guidance, and perform referrals as needed.
• Engage in producing and distributing health information materials to raise awareness about good nutrition among workforce and community members.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate nutrition program outcomes to assess effectiveness and impact.
• Prepare sectional budgets punctually to ensure adequate financial resource availability.
• Oversee the proper planning and management of financial and material resources for program execution.
• Conduct timely research to generate evidence supporting program enhancements.
• Produce regular and timely reports to assist in informed decision-making.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of Grade 12 Certificate.
• Diploma in Nutrition at a minimum.
• Possession of a valid Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) practicing license.
• Valid manual driver's license.
• Qualifications validated by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).
• At least five years' experience in areas including community nutrition, nutrition counseling, mother and child health, school nutrition health, and health promotion.