Reuben Biwott

Humanitarian health and nutrition professional with 10+ years of experience leading multi-sectoral programs (Health, Nutrition, WASH, FSL, Protection) in conflict-affected, refugee, and resource-constrained settings across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. Proven expertise in donor-funded program management, humanitarian coordination, cluster engagement, MEAL systems, and accountability to affected populations (AAP). Skilled in health systems strengthening, resilience programming, and localization approaches that align with UN/INGO standards.

Nutritional Activity Manager (Coordination) - Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - Sokoto & Zamfara States, Nigeria

(2026-05)

• Led planning, budgeting, and coordination of annual nutrition programs in collaboration with medical teams.
• Harmonized nutrition interventions across MSF-supported facilities in three states.
• Conducted community assessments and focus groups to inform program design.
• Strengthened staff capacity through mentorship and technical training.
• Collaborated with mental health teams to integrate psychosocial support and caregiver counseling.

Program Manager – Sudan Humanitarian Fund (SHF) - Relief International - Al Jazira, Khartoum and Northern state, Sudan

(2025-08 - 2026-04)

• Directed integrated Health, Nutrition, WASH, FSL, and Protection programs in line with SHF donor requirements.
• Ensured donor compliance through financial oversight, procurement planning, and reporting.
• Strengthened MEAL systems for adaptive programming and evidence-based decision-making.
• Coordinated partnerships and sub-grants with national NGOs, supporting localization and capacity building.
• Integrated safeguarding, gender equality, and accountability across all project activities.

Health & Nutrition Project Manager - Medair International - Kandahar Province, Afghanistan

(2022-12 - 2025-08)

• Secured USD 2.5M in donor funding; managed USD 3.28M multi-donor projects.
• Transitioned 14 mobile health teams into six fixed health facilities.
• Directed emergency interventions supporting 19,500 Afghan returnees.
• Established accountability and feedback mechanisms in collaboration with MEAL teams.
• Coordinated with donors, NGOs, clusters, and government stakeholders to strengthen partnerships.

Healthcare Assistant & Clinical Support Worker (Part-Time) - Saferhands Care & Medway NHS Trust - Kent, United Kingdom

(2021-11 - 2022-09)

• Delivered person-centred care for elderly and vulnerable patients.
• Monitored patient conditions and escalated clinical concerns appropriately.
• Supported multidisciplinary healthcare teams in delivering quality patient care.

Nutrition Project Manager - Medair International, Global Emergency Response Team - Afar Region, Ethiopia

(2021-08 - 2021-09)

• Led rapid assessments covering Health, Nutrition, and WASH sectors.
• Coordinated COVID-19 preparedness, contingency planning, and vaccination compliance.
• Directed a multi-sectoral scoping mission to support emergency response planning.

Nutrition Project Manager - Medair International - Leer and Mayendit counties, Unity State, South Sudan

(2018-03 - 2021-07)

• Managed CMAM and community nutrition interventions across Leer and Mayendit Counties.
• Supported COVID-19 preparedness and response initiatives.
• Recruited, supervised, and trained 25 staff supporting iCCM implementation.
• Oversaw project monitoring, supply chain coordination with UNICEF/WFP, and SMART surveys.

Health & Nutrition Manager - Medair International - Leer Mayendit and Wau Protection of Civilians (POC) site, South Sudan

(2016-08 - 2018-02)

• Oversaw integrated mobile health and nutrition programs in hard-to-reach areas.
• Led a cholera vaccination campaign reaching 41,000 beneficiaries.
• Supervised 36 staff and 33 volunteers, ensuring program quality and compliance.

Emergency Ebola Response Nurse - International Medical Corps - Port Loko and Kambia Districts, Sierra Leone

(2015-01 - 2016-01)

• Provided clinical care for over 400 confirmed and 1,800 suspected Ebola patients.
• Trained 35 healthcare workers on IPC protocols and PPE utilization.
• Supported triage, patient management, and psychosocial coordination in treatment centres.

Outreach & Nutrition Supervisor - Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - Bentiu Protection of Civilians (POC) site South Sudan

(2014-07 - 2015-01)

• Supervised outpatient and nutrition services at Ambulatory Therapeutic Feeding Centres.
• Conducted rapid health and nutrition assessments to support humanitarian interventions.
• Led community outreach and health awareness activities.

ICU Nurse - Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - Dadaab, Kenya

(2013-10 - 2014-07)

• Delivered emergency and critical care, including resuscitation and stabilization.
• Supported pediatric nutrition services, including growth monitoring.
• Ensured strict adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Emergency Response Nurse - Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - Maban, South Sudan

(2013-02 - 2013-08)

• Provided emergency and inpatient care, including triage and acute malnutrition management.
• Delivered MSF-standard nursing care and health education.

Nurse Team Leader - MSF Holland - Maban, South Sudan

(2012-12 - 2013-02)

• Led Oral Cholera Vaccination campaigns across refugee camps.
• Trained teams, supervised vaccine delivery, and ensured cold chain compliance.

Nutrition Nurse - MSF Switzerland - Kenya

(2011-08 - 2012-12)

• Provided inpatient nutrition nursing care at Dagahaley Refugee Project.
• Managed admissions/discharges and supported infection prevention.

Registered Nurse - Friends Mission Hospital - Kenya

(2011-04 - 2011-08)

• Delivered comprehensive nursing care across inpatient and outpatient departments.
• Supervised ward staff and supported community outreach.

MSc - International Public Health - Liverpool John Moores University

MSc - International Business Management - University of East London

BSc - Nursing - University of Sunderland

Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse - Kenya Medical Training College