Nutrition Specialist - Dietitian Jobs in Lebanon

<p>Saint George University Medical Center (SGUMC) is seeking a Food Services Dietitian to support food safety, quality assurance, and nutrition standards within the hospital kitchen.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Monitor food service operations to ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards</li><li>Conduct kitchen inspections and oversee HACCP implementation</li><li>Supervise recipe standardization, meal quality, and portion control</li><li>Support staff training and orientation on food safety practices</li><li>Assist in developing food service policies and quality improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics</li><li>Licensed by the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health</li><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in food services or quality assurance, preferably in a hospital</li><li>Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards</li><li>Good communication, organizational, and computer skills</li><li>Good command of Arabic and English</li></ul>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Saint George University Medical Center (SGUMC) is seeking a Food Services Dietitian to support food safety, quality assurance, and nutrition standards within the hospital kitchen.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Monitor food service operations to ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards</li><li>Conduct kitchen inspections and oversee HACCP implementation</li><li>Supervise recipe standardization, meal quality, and portion control</li><li>Support staff training and orientation on food safety practices</li><li>Assist in developing food service policies and quality improvement initiatives</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics</li><li>Licensed by the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health</li><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in food services or quality assurance, preferably in a hospital</li><li>Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards</li><li>Good communication, organizational, and computer skills</li><li>Good command of Arabic and English</li></ul><p></p></section>

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???? Generation R Holding is looking for the following positions to join our team in Broumana: <br> <br>✅ Food Service Dietitian <br> <br>Interested candidates are kindly invited to share their CV via WhatsApp at 70117054 or by email at hr.recruiting@generationrholding.com

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Job Summary <br> <br>The Dietitian / R&D Nutrition Specialist is responsible for developing, calculating, reviewing, and validating the nutritional composition of the company's food products. The role ensures that all nutritional facts panels, ingredient declarations, and nutrition-related claims comply with applicable local and international food labeling regulations. The position works closely with the R&D, Quality Assurance, Production, Procurement, and Marketing teams to support new product development and maintain accurate nutritional information. <br> <br>Key Responsibilities <br>Nutrition Analysis & Labeling <br>Calculate and verify the nutritional values of all food products using approved nutritional databases or laboratory analysis. <br>Prepare and maintain Nutrition Facts Panels for product labels. <br>Review recipes and formulations to ensure the accuracy of nutritional information. <br>Update nutritional values whenever recipes or ingredients change. <br>Verify ingredient lists, allergen declarations, and nutrition claims. <br>Research & Product Development <br>Participate in the development and reformulation of new and existing products. <br>Recommend healthier ingredient alternatives while maintaining product quality and functionality. <br>Support innovation projects by evaluating the nutritional impact of product formulations. <br>Conduct nutritional assessments of new ingredients and raw materials. <br>Regulatory Compliance <br>Ensure compliance with local and international food labeling regulations. <br>Monitor changes in food legislation related to nutrition labeling and health claims. <br>Assist in preparing documentation required for product registration and regulatory approvals. <br>Maintain accurate records of nutritional calculations, supporting documents, and product specifications. <br>Quality & Continuous Improvement <br>Coordinate laboratory nutritional testing when required. <br>Validate laboratory reports against calculated nutritional values. <br>Investigate discrepancies in nutritional data and recommend corrective actions. <br>Participate in internal and external audits related to food labeling and nutritional compliance. <br>Cross-Functional Collaboration <br>Work closely with Marketing to ensure all nutrition-related promotional materials are accurate and compliant. <br>Support Procurement by evaluating the nutritional impact of alternative raw materials. <br>Provide nutritional guidance to Sales and Customer Service when required. <br>Train internal teams on nutrition labeling requirements and food regulations. <br>Qualifications <br>Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field. <br>Registered Dietitian (where applicable) is an advantage. <br>2–5 years of experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, or food product development. <br>Experience with nutrition analysis software and food composition databases is preferred. <br>Knowledge of food labeling regulations and nutritional claims. <br>Skills & Competencies <br>Strong analytical and mathematical skills. <br>Knowledge of food composition and nutrition principles. <br>Understanding of food manufacturing processes. <br>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. <br>Strong organizational and documentation skills. <br>Ability to interpret food regulations and standards. <br>Effective communication and teamwork skills. <br>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. <br>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) <br>Accuracy of nutritional facts and product labeling. <br>Compliance with food labeling regulations. <br>Timely completion of nutritional analyses for new products. <br>Number of labeling errors or regulatory non-conformities. <br>Timely updates following recipe or formulation changes. <br>Successful completion of regulatory and quality audits

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>The Dietitian / R&amp;D Nutrition Specialist is responsible for developing, calculating, reviewing, and validating the nutritional composition of the company's food products. The role ensures that all nutritional facts panels, ingredient declarations, and nutrition-related claims comply with applicable local and international food labeling regulations. The position works closely with the R&amp;D, Quality Assurance, Production, Procurement, and Marketing teams to support new product development and maintain accurate nutritional information.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Nutrition Analysis &amp; Labeling</p><ul><li>Calculate and verify the nutritional values of all food products using approved nutritional databases or laboratory analysis.</li><li>Prepare and maintain Nutrition Facts Panels for product labels.</li><li>Review recipes and formulations to ensure the accuracy of nutritional information.</li><li>Update nutritional values whenever recipes or ingredients change.</li><li>Verify ingredient lists, allergen declarations, and nutrition claims.</li></ul><p>Research &amp; Product Development</p><ul><li>Participate in the development and reformulation of new and existing products.</li><li>Recommend healthier ingredient alternatives while maintaining product quality and functionality.</li><li>Support innovation projects by evaluating the nutritional impact of product formulations.</li><li>Conduct nutritional assessments of new ingredients and raw materials.</li></ul><p>Regulatory Compliance</p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with local and international food labeling regulations.</li><li>Monitor changes in food legislation related to nutrition labeling and health claims.</li><li>Assist in preparing documentation required for product registration and regulatory approvals.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of nutritional calculations, supporting documents, and product specifications.</li></ul><p>Quality &amp; Continuous Improvement</p><ul><li>Coordinate laboratory nutritional testing when required.</li><li>Validate laboratory reports against calculated nutritional values.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies in nutritional data and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Participate in internal and external audits related to food labeling and nutritional compliance.</li></ul><p>Cross-Functional Collaboration</p><ul><li>Work closely with Marketing to ensure all nutrition-related promotional materials are accurate and compliant.</li><li>Support Procurement by evaluating the nutritional impact of alternative raw materials.</li><li>Provide nutritional guidance to Sales and Customer Service when required.</li><li>Train internal teams on nutrition labeling requirements and food regulations.</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.</li><li>Registered Dietitian (where applicable) is an advantage.</li><li>2 5 years of experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, or food product development.</li><li>Experience with nutrition analysis software and food composition databases is preferred.</li><li>Knowledge of food labeling regulations and nutritional claims.</li><li>Strong analytical and mathematical skills.</li><li>Knowledge of food composition and nutrition principles.</li><li>Understanding of food manufacturing processes.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Strong organizational and documentation skills.</li><li>Ability to interpret food regulations and standards.</li><li>Effective communication and teamwork skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.</li></ul><p></p></section>

<p><h4>Department</h4> <p>Nutrition and Food Science</p> <h4>Campus</h4> <p>Byblos/Beirut</p> <h4>Expected start date</h4> <p>Fall 2027</p> <h4>Deadline for applying</h4> <p>Open until filled</p> <h4>Position summary</h4> <p>The Department of Nutrition and Food Science in the School of Arts and Sciences at the Lebanese American University invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant/associate professor of nutrition/food science. The department is seeking a highly qualified and motivated full-time faculty member who is committed to innovative teaching, research, program development, academic advising, and institutional and community service. Prospective candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in nutrition, food science, or a closely related field. The successful candidate will have a proven publication track record in top tier journals alongside the ability to attract grant funding and is expected to teach a variety of courses.</p> <h4>Responsibilities</h4> <ul> <li>Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition, dietetics, and/or food science.</li> <li>Advise undergraduate and graduate students.</li> <li>Supervise theses and capstone projects.</li> <li>Build a strong research program and attract external funding.</li> <li>Contribute to curriculum development.</li> <li>Contribute to the strategic plan of the department.</li> <li>Engage in service to the department, the school, the university, and the profession.</li> <li>Additional duties may be set by the department in light of departmental needs and priorities.</li> </ul> <h4>Qualifications</h4> <ul> <li>A Ph.D. in nutrition, food science, or a closely related field from a recognized institution.</li> <li>Evidence of an established research agenda.</li> <li>Evidence of full-time, successful university teaching.</li> <li>Licensed Dietitian (LD) or Registered Dietitian (RD) credential is a plus.</li> </ul> <h4>The department</h4> <p>The Department of Nutrition and Food Science is one of the departments of the School of Arts and Sciences at LAU. The department offers a BS in Nutrition and Dietetics, a Combined Program in Nutrition and Dietetics, a Dietetic Internship program, and a Minor in Nutrition, a Minor in Food Innovation and Management, and an MS in Nutrition.</p> <h4>The university</h4> <p>The Lebanese American University is an equal opportunity employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York.</p> <h4>Application requirements</h4> <p>Prospective candidates should refer to position no. AS-28-1 and include the following attachments:</p> <ul> <li>Letter of interest</li> <li>Complete CV with a list of publications</li> <li>Research statement (one page)</li> <li>Teaching statement (one page)</li> <li>The names of three references. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process.</li> </ul></p><p></p>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>The Nutrition and Health Coordinator is responsible for developing the nutrition, health, and psychosocial support strategy for the Lebanon mission, as well as supporting the integration and mainstreaming of these components across all organizational programs. The role also involves designing, overseeing, and coordinating nutrition, health, mental health, and care practices programs, while ensuring effective collaboration and liaison with external partners.</p><p>Objective 1: Process: Strategy</p><ul><li>To support the Country Director and Coordination Team in country analysis and strategy definition.</li><li>To develop and update health and nutrition sector strategy and ensure the sustainability of the project outcomes.</li><li>To promote ACF technical policies, position papers, modules, guidelines and protocols among the members of the department.</li><li>To collect and update information on nutrition and health indicators, actors and activities nationwide for analysis and identification potential areas, partners and priority activities.</li></ul><p>Objective 2: Process: Design and implementation of programs</p><ul><li>To ensure that the commitments to donors are respected in the implementation of the activities on the field.</li><li>To ensure the quality and timely implementation of the planned activities. To follow and support field activities through visits, phone and email.</li><li>To capitalize the experiences and develop good practices and success stories.</li><li>To give technical assistance and orientation to the rest of the nutrition and health staff from ACF and partners.</li><li>To train, manage and conduct regular performance evaluation of the rest of the health and nutrition staff.</li><li>When necessary, to participate in the recruitment of nutrition and health staff, including review of job descriptions.</li><li>Ensure cross-cutting issues (gender, MHPSS, social protection) are integrated and mainstreamed in health and nutrition activities in coordination and consultation with other technical departments.</li><li>Any other task required to achieve the project objective or fall within the mandate of ACF.</li></ul><p>Objective 3: Process: Coordination and representation</p><ul><li>To participate in coordination meetings with external stakeholders and nutrition and health sector working groups.</li><li>To represent ACF for internal and external coordination at the capital level for issues related to health and nutrition.</li><li>To act as focal point on nutrition and health related issues.</li><li>To liaise with the health and nutrition technical staff in the HQ.</li></ul><p>Objective 4: Security</p><ul><li>Respect the security rules specified in the mission and capital base security plan, see to it that the team under his/her responsibility complies with the security plan and perform the security management tasks that can be assigned in its protocols.</li><li>Communicate to the security managers of the working location any security related information or noncompliance with the security plan.</li><li>Keep the confidentiality and security of all ACF records and information gathered in the course of employment with ACF.</li></ul><p>Objective 5: Support humanitarian activities of Action Against Hunger</p><ul><li>Support the emergency interventions of the organization as per the employee s abilities.</li><li>Support any activity that helps reaching our humanitarian goals, as per the employee s abilities.</li><li>Promote gender equality within the humanitarian and/or development work</li></ul><p>Key activities in your role will include</p><ul><li>Develop, update, and oversee the implementation of the nutrition, health, and psychosocial support strategy, ensuring alignment with the mission s priorities and sustainability objectives</li><li>Design, coordinate, and ensure the quality and timely implementation of nutrition, health, MHPSS, and care practices programs across all project locations.</li><li>Provide technical guidance, training, and performance management to health and nutrition staff and partners, ensuring adherence to standards, protocols, and best practices.</li><li>Represent the organization in coordination forums, liaise with donors, authorities, and partners, and act as the focal point for all nutrition and health-related matters.</li><li>Ensure cross-cutting themes (e.g., gender, MHPSS, social protection) are mainstreamed across programs, and that activities comply with donor requirements, organizational policies, and security protocols</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Strong knowledge of public health, nutrition (including CMAM and IYCF), primary healthcare, sexual and reproductive health, and MHPSS approaches.</li><li>Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in nutrition and health programs within humanitarian or emergency/post-emergency contexts, preferably in the Middle East.</li><li>Ability to analyze health and nutrition indicators, contribute to country analysis, and translate data into effective strategies and program design.</li><li>Proven ability to manage teams, provide technical guidance, deliver training, and conduct performance evaluations.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to coordinate with donors, government authorities, NGOs, and cluster platforms, and represent the organization effectively.</li></ul><p></p></section>