Operational Units

The NFNC operates through four technical units in addition to the Accounts and Administration units which support the Commission’s operations. These units are:

Research and Planning Unit

Collects, analyses, interprets and disseminates food and nutrition, and related data for decision making through surveys and other methods
Defines the nature, magnitude and causes of malnutrition and identifies areas most affected and vulnerable groups
Develops indicators for monitoring and evaluation of food and, nutrition programmes in collaboration with other relevant organs
Develops plans and strategies relevant to improving the nutritional status of the Zambian population particularly the vulnerable groups in collaboration with other government sectors
Maintains a multi-sectoral food and nutrition information platform (data bank) for Zambia
Monitors the implementation of Food and Nutrition Security Policy

Public Health and Community Nutrition Unit

Coordinates implementation of public health activities by the food and nutrition sector
Promotes the micronutrient control program.
Develops food and nutrition guidelines for various target groups in different sectors
Advocates for the inclusion of nutrition in sector development plans
Provides technical backstopping on the implementation of food and nutrition programmes to line ministries and other stakeholders

Training and Collaboration Unit

Develops and reviews training methodologies and plans for different food and nutrition service providers
Organizes training courses in food and nutrition for different target groups
Collaborates with Ministries to review and include food and nutrition in their respective training programs.
(Facilitates multi-sectoral collaboration among ministries and other stakeholders to foster implementation of food and nutrition Services) an inter sectoral committee to provide forums to foster inter sectoral collaboration
Coordinates food and nutrition activities of registered nutrition groups to enhance networking across the country
Coordinates the activities of the nutrition groups

Nutrition Education and Communication Unit

Monitors and evaluates the impact of communication messages and materials
Develops and maintains up to date communication strategies
Plans and organizes nutrition education seminars and workshops
Advocates for food and nutrition improvement to leaders and policy makers
Maintains the Commission Library and ensures acquisition of relevant up to date publications
Maintains institutional website and social media platforms with relevant and up to date food and nutrition content
Manages studio for production of audio-visual communication products
Collates nutrition information already existing from research and other sources and translates it into nutrition education materials for the general public, policy makers, food and nutrition service providers
Creates awareness and community interest in food and nutrition for the general public, through development and distribution of various Information Education and Communication (IEC) Materials

Accounts Unit

Preparation of annual budgets for submission to the Ministry of Health through which the grants are received from government.
Preparation of monthly operating budgets to facilitate proper use of funds
Routine accounting work
Payment of staff salaries
Payment of goods supplied and services
Recording, controlling and keeping custody of accounting transactions
Solicit for funds from other sources other than government
Management of donor funds for food and nutrition programs
Preparation of Annual Accounts for submission to Public Accounts for audit
Preparation of financial reports for management and Board meetings

Administration Unit

Manages and maintain the Commission transport fleet and to ensure that transport is provided for official assignments.
Provides and maintain all office equipment and requirements for the Commission
Provides an efficient registry system in terms of filling and distribution of correspondence within the Commission and with other organizations
Provides secretarial services to all units of the Commission
Maintains all Commission building and property and to provide for acquisition when necessary
Insures all Commission estate and property
Provides personal services regarding conditions of service
Provides for staff development at all levels
Deals with staff welfare issues including Housing accommodation, Pension and Insurances, Loans and Advances