Helen Keller Intl is a global health organization dedicated to eliminating preventable vision loss, malnutrition and diseases of poverty. Cofounded by Helen Keller – and guided by her fierce optimism and belief in human potential – the organization delivers life-changing health solutions to vulnerable families where the need is great but access to care is limited. In the U.S., Africa, and Asia, Helen Keller’s proven, science-based programs empower people to create opportunities in their own lives and build lasting change.

We are seeking a Program Director to join our country program in Guinea.

Country Program Overview

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Helen Keller started its activities in Guinea in 2000. We provide vital technical assistance in support of the Government of Guinea’s efforts to reduce maternal and child morbidity and mortality, both in the areas of nutrition and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).

Helen Keller is particularly involved in the fight against malnutrition, mainly implementing a vitamin A supplementation program.

Helen Keller also plays a key strategic and decision-making role in defining health and nutrition policies and guidelines in the country and serves on several key steering and advisory committees related to child health and nutrition and health systems strengthening. Helen Keller is also a member of the nutrition multi-sectoral committee for Guinea, and works at the policy level by supporting efforts to implement new strategies and approaches to achieve universal coverage for vitamin A supplementation using both routine health services and national Child Health Day campaigns.

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