Analyst, Global Nutrition

Main purpose of the role

As the world’s largest philanthropy that focuses specifically on improving children’s lives, we support bold ideas for children to survive and thrive, today and in the future. We have known for a long time that what happens to a child in the early years of their life, including pregnancy, is critical for the child’s development. And yet, nearly 22 million children around the world start life with a low birth weight and 45 million children are wasted – a life-threatening condition that occurs when a child is too thin for their height. Lack of access to healthcare and to economic opportunities, climate shocks and conflicts further exacerbate malnutrition.  Over the past few years, the number of children successfully treated for severe acute malnutrition has increased, but 80% of children who need it are still not being treated and the issue is consistently overlooked as public health priority. Saving lives through treatment is increasing the burden on already weak and under-funded health systems. Meanwhile, a ‘prevention gap’ has been growing which threatens to unravel success seen to date.

This is an exciting opportunity to join CIFF and help shape and drive our investments in global nutrition. The Analyst will be a key member of the Global Nutrition team and support the priorities of our programmes by working collaboratively across CIFF. The main objectives of the role are to:

• Provide project management support, carry out research, data analysis, and produce communication outputs, as required, to support the Global Nutrition senior management team (SMT) to ensure efficient and impactful implementation of our programmes (70% of the time).
• Provide occasional research and administrative support to CIFF’s Tech for Impact and Impact Knowledge Hub leadership (30% of the time).

Role’s responsibilities

Strategy & planning

• Working alongside senior colleagues, collate and/or conduct analysis and research on specific projects and sector trends, as required, to support the Global Nutrition senior management team (SMT) in determining future strategic priorities and setting operational plans.
• Provide and communicate global, regional, national and sectoral insights both verbally and in writing, which contribute to the strategy and planning process.
• Support the Global Nutrition Directors and SMT in the organisation, coordination, documentation and professional presentation of outputs from the strategy and planning process.

Programme development, delivery & performance

• Lead the end-to-end administration of the grants management process (from concept formation through to final payment), suggesting improvements where appropriate, to enable theteam to deliver and monitor its philanthropic activity efficiently and effectively.
• Lead the preparation and dissemination of regular and ad hoc reporting on sector/portfolio/programme performance, to ensure colleagues and partners (as required) have access to accurate and relevant management information.
• Work closely with members of the Finance team to coordinate the forecasting of grant payments, to enable effective cash flow management and reporting within the organisation.
• Act as ‘Super-User’ for a range of IT systems and databases for the team, ensuring they are deployed appropriately to optimise the efficiency and effectiveness of its work, and trouble- shooting issues if they arise.
• Support the development and preparation of summary reports, board reports and portfolio investment reports, to ensure these are produced to a high standard and in a timely fashion.
• In collaboration with partners, conduct regular reviews of programme performance to identify problems and delays and implement effective solutions.

Sector knowledge and profile-building

• Working closely with the relevant teams, build and maintain a range of relevant knowledge and information resources, to enable the team to access high quality intelligence, analysis and data to inform current and future programme activity.
• Undertake other specific research projects required, as directed by members of the team.
• Provide administrative support to assist in the production and presentation of high-quality thought leadership and communication materials for the team, ensuring compliance with corporate branding and communications guidelines.

Stakeholder and partner management

• In accordance with corporate guidelines and requirements, maintain accurate and up-to-date records and systems on behalf of the team, to ensure CIFF can take a coordinated and professional approach to managing stakeholders and partners.
• Act as the first point of contact for external enquiries about the work of the Global Nutrition Sector or requests to partner with CIFF, to ensure these are dealt with in a professional and timely way.
• Collate research and information on potential and current partners/stakeholders as required, to support the effective development of relationships and opportunities by the team.

Membership of the team

• This role does not hold line management responsibility, but we expect all employees to demonstrate good leadership behaviours; this includes adopting a coaching approach with colleagues to help build skills, confidence and capability in particular areas, processes or procedures.
• As required, support on the planning and coordination of inductions for new joiners to the team.
• We operate a matrix structure so reporting lines can vary between specific aspects of the role.

Skills & Experience  

• Understanding of relevant programming in CIFF’s priority impact areas
• Previous analysis / research work experience in the private sector, public sector or an international development context
• Demonstrates professional, sound judgement; can think critically, objectively and strategically
• Strong interpersonal skills – engages with others to get the best out of them and works well as part of a team.
• Effective organisational and project management skills; able to be flexible as priorities and needs change, and works well under pressure.
• Understanding of global health governance, funding, and key stakeholders.
• Understanding of child malnutrition issues and solutions in low and middle-income countries.
• English is CIFF’s business language – we expect all of our people to display outstanding verbal and written communication skills across all aspects of their role
• Capacity to work in a range of cultural and socio-economic contexts, adapting style and approach appropriately and in a culturally sensitive manner to maximise effectiveness
• IT proficiency (most specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI)
• Ability to work well independently; a motivated self-starter, with good initiative and problem-solving skills

Key working relationships

• Other CIFF teams
• Contacts within global partners and stakeholders – e.g. UNICEF, WHO, FCDO etc.
• Contacts within international charities and NGOs – e.g. Gates Foundation, Save the Children, Action Against Hunger etc.
• Contacts within national governments and local NGO partners in priority geographies

Management dimensions

• No direct budget or people management accountability but contributes the efficient operation of their team.

The starting salary for this role is GBP £40,000 per annum.

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package here at CIFF that includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Annual leave - 25 days per annum. Increasing by 1 day after each year of service, to a maximum of 30 days.
• Training allowance
• Wellbeing allowance
• Life insurance
• Medical insurance

Please submit your application on or before 7th April 2025. CIFF reserves the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Our approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

CIFF is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil their potential, and we welcome applications from all candidates who meet the requirements of our roles, regardless of their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, cultural or ethnic background, disability, marital status, religious identity, or age.

And we are committed to making reasonable accommodations for any prospective or existing CIFF employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed to participate in our recruitment process, or to perform essential job functions once in role, please make your recruiter aware so we can ensure you are given the support you need.