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TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) 

Clinical Nutritionists – NCD clinics  

Northern West Bank (Jenin & Nablus)  

BACKGROUND: 
Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a UK-registered charity that delivers health and medical care to Palestinian communities most affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement. MAP provides immediate medical aid during crises while also building local capacity to strengthen and sustain the Palestinian healthcare system. MAP’s vision is of a future in which all Palestinians can access an effective, sustainable, and locally led healthcare system and fully realize their rights to health and dignity. 

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) pose a major public health challenge worldwide, causing over 41 million deaths annually equivalent to 74% of global mortality (WHO, 2023). The burden is particularly severe in low- and middle-income countries, where health systems face constraints in providing preventive and continuous care. In Palestine, the rising prevalence of NCDs—especially cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer—reflects this global trend and is compounded by chronic conflict, poverty, and fragmented healthcare services. 

According to the Ministry of Health’s Annual Report (2022), ischemic heart disease accounted for 25.3% of all deaths in the West Bank, while diabetes contributed to 12.8% of total deaths, with incidence increasing in recent years. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among Palestinian women and a leading cause of cancer-related mortality, largely due to late-stage diagnosis and limited access to timely care. NCD risk factors are widespread: 61.4% of Palestinians are overweight, 31.6% are obese, and 20.5% of adults have raised blood pressure—nearly half of whom (48.2%) are untreated (Palestine STEPS Survey, 2022). Poor dietary habits, sedentary lifestyles, high tobacco use, and psychosocial stress further exacerbate these risks, particularly among women, who often face barriers to accessing care while serving as primary caregivers within households. 

To address these pressing needs, MAP will support the salaries of two clinical nutritionists in Ministry of Health NCD clinics in Jenin and Nablus (Northern West Bank). Their role will be to strengthen patient care by providing specialized dietary management, promoting prevention, addressing complications, and improving adherence to treatment plans. 

This intervention aligns with MAP’s strategic commitment to strengthening NCD services within the MoH system and complements MAP’s broader NCD programming, including mobile clinics, medication access, and community-based health awareness initiatives. 

2-OBJECTIVE:   
To strengthen Ministry of Health (MoH) NCD clinics in Jenin and Nablus (Northern West Bank) by contracting clinical nutritionists for a period of six months (with possible renewal) This intervention will ensure that patients living with NCDs receive specialized dietary care, improve adherence to treatment plans, reduce complications, and enhance overall health outcomes. 

3- SCOPE OF WORK:  
Nutrition Care 

Conduct individualized nutrition assessments for patients with NCDs (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease). 
Develop personalized and culturally appropriate nutrition care plans in coordination with the clinical team. 
Provide one-on-one and group counseling sessions, with active involvement of families and caregivers where relevant. 
Support dietary management of NCD-related complications (e.g., diabetic nephropathy, heart failure, obesity-related conditions). 
Education and Awareness: 

Organize and deliver health education sessions for patients and caregivers on NCD-related nutrition and lifestyle modification. 
Develop simple and culturally adapted educational materials in collaboration with the MoH health education team. 
Monitoring and Follow-up: 

Track patient progress against nutrition care plans and adjust interventions as needed. 
Monitor adherence to dietary advice and treatment regimens, including measurable indicators (e.g., changes in weight, blood pressure, etc ) 
Maintain accurate and confidential records of consultations and follow-up appointments. 
Team Collaboration: 

Work closely with doctors, nurses, and other health professionals to ensure integrated patient care. 
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to case discussions. 
Reporting and Documentation: 

Submit monthly reports, including the number of patients counselled, group sessions delivered, progress indicators, and case stories. 
Contribute to MAP’s monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) system by providing disaggregated data (e.g., gender, age).   
Document and upload data in the MoH record.  
Nutritionists’ monthly reports should include indicators such as: 
Number of patients counselled (disaggregated by gender/age). 
Number of group sessions conducted. 
Key patient outcomes or improvements (qualitative + quantitative). 
متطلبات الوظيفة:
DELIVERABLES:  
The two clinical nutritionists will be expected to achieve the following deliverables over the six-month period.  

Individual Patient Care 

Minimum average of 30–40 individual nutrition counselling sessions per month per nutritionist.  
At least 70% of patients with follow-up visits show measurable improvements in at least one health indicator (e.g., weight, blood pressure, HbA1c, adherence to care plan).   
Group Education Sessions 

Develop a comprehensive community education plan that includes: 
Key nutrition and NCD-related topics to be covered. 
Number of sessions to be delivered per month. 
Target locations for each session. 
Conduct a minimum of 3 group education sessions per month per nutritionist.  
Reporting & Documentation 

Submit monthly narrative and statistical reports, including disaggregated data by age and gender. 
Provide at least 2 case stories (per nutritionist) highlighting patient impact. 
Team Collaboration 

Participate in monthly/weekly multidisciplinary meetings at the clinic. 
ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS 
The two nutritionists will be required to adhere to MAP policies and ethical guidelines, including MAP’s safeguarding policy and code of conduct. The nutritionists should complete the Kaya safeguarding online training via Kayaconnect.org. Also, they must maintain confidentiality of all patient health records and respect patient dignity. 

QUALIFICATION:
The clinical nutritionists should meet the following qualifications: 

Bachelor's degree in clinical nutrition, or a related health sciences field (Master’s degree preferred). 
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in clinical nutrition, preferably within NCD care (diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, obesity, cancer). 
Have experience in community outreach and health education. 
Valid license from the Palestinian Ministry of Health to practice as a nutritionist. 
Strong knowledge of evidence-based dietary management for NCDs and related complications. 
Ability to design culturally appropriate nutrition plans and educational materials. 
Proficiency in patient assessment, counseling techniques, and follow-up monitoring. 
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with sensitivity to patients’ cultural and social contexts. 
Strong teamwork skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. 
Good organizational and reporting skills, including accurate record-keeping. 
Fluency in Arabic and English languages  
تفاصيل الوظيفة:
المسمى الوظيفي: Clinical Nutritionists – NCD clinics
آخر موعد للتقديم: 24.09.2025.
المكان: نابلس، جنين
طبيعة العمل: مكتبي أو ميداني (مقر العمل)
نوع الوظيفة: العقود والاستشارات
المستوى المهني: متوسط الخبرة
الدرجة العلمية: البكالوريوس
الخبرة: 5 سنوات
عدد الشواغر: 2
التصنيف: الطب والتمريض والصحة العامة
آلية التقديم:
SUBMISSION OF TECHINICAL AND FINANCIAL OFFERS: 
Technical Offer:  

Updated CV highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.  
Cover letter explaining the motivation, suitability for the role, and availability. 
Copies of academic certificates, professional licenses/registrations, and any relevant training. 
At least two references from previous employers or supervisors in the health/field  
Financial Offer 

A detailed financial proposal indicating the expected monthly payment (USD) and explaining whether including or excluding tax.  
Both technical and financial offers should be sent to West Bank MAP’s office email ProcurementWB@map-uk.org no later than the 24th of September 2025.