UNICEF Moldova is contracting a National Individual Consultant to assess and adjust/develop law implementing the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes

UNICEF Moldova is contracting a National Individual Consultant, to assess and adjust/develop law implementing the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes. 

This consultancy aims to provide technical support to the Health team in reviewing and enhancing the country's regulatory system concerning breast-milk substitutes (BMS), feeding bottles, teats, and the labeling of food products for children under three years old. This consultancy aims to adjust and develop laws that align with the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes (the Code), the European Union directives/regulations and ensure the proper labeling of products intended for young children.

Qualifications and experience

• University degree in public health, nutrition, mother and child health or any other relevant studies is required;
• At least 10 years of practical professional experience in public health, nutrition, mother and child health is required;
• Strong background in the country’s legal system, government processes and legislative drafting will be considered an asset;
• Fluency in Romanian and working knowledge of English is required;
• Previous relevant experience in nutrition with UN and other development organizations be
  considered an advantage.

How to apply: 

To read more detailed information and apply for this position, please visit UNICEF webpage: 

https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/573199/national-individual-consultancy-to-assess-and-adjustdevelop-law-implementing-the-international-code-of-marketing-of-breastmilk-substitutes

Application deadline: 3 July 2024

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion. Women, persons from vulnerable groups, such as persons with disabilities, Roma and other ethnic, linguistic or religious minorities, persons living with HIV, as well as persons from other underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants from under-represented groups will be given priority in case of equal qualification. UNICEF is committed to reasonably accommodate the working environment for the persons with disabilities.

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage).