Dietician

Organization Overview

Founded in 2004, by Poonam Bagai, herself a cancer survivor, CanKids KidsCan is a national NGO working in India to address the needs of children with cancer and their families. CanKids is dedicated to driving Change for Childhood Cancer in India with an ambitious goal to achieve Universal health coverage through 100% Access2Care & 100% Financial Protection by 2030 aligned to the WHO GICC (Global Initiative on Childhood Cancer) and Sustainable Development Goals, thereby securing the Rights to health, education, childhood, pain-free and palliative care and the Right to be heard for all children with cancer (0-19 years) in India.

CanKids is the only organization in India working at all levels - grassroots, district, state, and national- and partnering and supporting hospitals, health authorities and professionals for the last 20 years to improve the quality/standard of treatment, care, and other holistic support services. Through its 141 CanKids Hospital Support Unit (CHSU) projects, CanKids ensures access to the best possible care for children with cancer and their families.

We are a team of hard-working, fun-loving folks driven for impact and excellence in everything we do.

Please visit the official CanKids Website for further details. https://www.cankidsindia.org/

Department Overview

The Treatment Support Program (TSP) provides comprehensive dietary and nutritional care to pediatric oncology patients. Dietitians and nutritionists work as part of the holistic care team, creating individualized nutrition plans based on patients’ medical needs, promoting good dietary health, and raising awareness about the role of food in health and recovery.

Role Overview

The Dietitian is responsible for developing personalized diet plans for pediatric oncology patients, promoting healthy eating habits, providing counseling and nutritional assessments, and implementing nutrition-based interventions for inpatients, outpatients, and critical care patients. The Dietitian also coordinates education and awareness sessions, contributes to food distribution, maintains nutrition records, and collaborates in training and research activities.

Key Responsibilities

A. Nutrition and Dietary Support

• Conduct nutritional assessments and design tailored meal plans.
  
• Administer the Dry Nutritional Supplement Program and ensure proper documentation.
  
• Maintain a repository of nutritional data and recipes.
  

B. Hygiene and Health Support

• Design and display hygiene posters in hospital wards.
  
• Plan and implement Health and Hygiene Kit programs.
  
• Coordinate with hospital doctors to develop health education materials.
  
• Support hematological needs including blood donation camp coordination.
  

C. Inpatient (IPD) Care

• Perform baseline nutrition assessments for admitted children.
  
• Conduct daily rounds and provide personalized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT).
  
• Calculate dietary requirements (24-hour recall) and prepare nutrition charts.
  
• Counsel patients and caregivers on nutrition and its role in treatment and recovery.
  

D. Outpatient (OPD) Care

• Perform nutrition assessments for OPD patients.
  
• Plan diet strategies using 24-hour or 7-day recalls.
  
• Ensure regular follow-ups and provide preventive nutrition care.
  
• Distribute nutritional supplements and maintain related documentation.
  

E. ICU Care

• Conduct daily ICU rounds to assess and manage critical nutrition needs.
  
• Coordinate with ICU teams for managing patient MNT.
  

F. Food/Supplement Management

• Oversee Mid-Day Meal (MDM) distribution and ensure quality, quantity, and hygiene.
  
• Coordinate with vendors for food delivery and packaging.
  
• Modify recipes based on patient needs and seasonality.
  
• Identify eligible patients for special supplements and manage procurement and distribution with donor coordination.
  

 G. Education and Training

• Conduct group education sessions for patients and caregivers thrice weekly.
  
• Organize monthly educational talks during parent support group meetings.
  
• Train new CanKids staff, joiners, and interns on hospital nutrition processes.
  

H. Team Collaboration and Administration

• Participate in monthly CanKids meetings and prepare reports.
  
• Raise indents and coordinate with staff for supplement distribution.
  

I. Research and Audits

• Maintain records of baseline nutrition status and interventions.
  
• Analyze and present quarterly nutrition data.
  
• Participate in relevant nutrition-based research and intervention studies.
  

Other Extended Duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Reporting Manager.
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Education:
Post Graduation in Dietetics, Nutrition, or relevant field

Experience:
2–3 years in clinical or pediatric dietetics, preferably in hospital or NGO settings

Skills & Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of nutrition science and diet planning
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Strong interpersonal and motivational abilities
  
• Ability to explain complex dietary information simply
  
• Patience, empathy, and cultural sensitivity in patient care
  
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities
  
• Experience working in care-based and multidisciplinary environments
  

Key Deliverables

• Individualized and effective nutrition plans for patients
  
• Proper implementation of PPSN – Promote, Protect, and Support Nutrition Program
  
• Regular nutritional workshops, sensitization, and education sessions
  
• Organized record keeping of assessments, interventions, and supplements
  
• Effective food distribution systems in hospitals and care centers
  
• Accurate and timely reporting of nutritional outcomes and impacts
  
• Active involvement in research and team capacity building
  

*CanKids KidsCan is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are welcomed and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, ethnicities, and socio-economic backgrounds to apply.