Nutrition Manager

About the National Dairy Council

The National Dairy Council (NDC) is a representative entity funded by farmers, focused on advocating for dairy as a vital and sustainably produced component in a healthy balanced diet and essential to Ireland's socio-economic welfare. The organisation operates across marketing, communications, farm advocacy, schools, and nutrition.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Nutrition Manager to join our Dublin office on a permanent, full-time basis. This role requires a pragmatic, results-oriented individual with strong analytical and research skills to lead research initiatives, interpret complex data, and represent evidence-based nutrition perspectives. The candidate will be tasked with upholding professional ethics and integrity, effectively communicating scientific concepts in accessible language, and collaborating across teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, oversee, and assess the NDC's nutrition program.
• Lead the commissioning and review of nutrition research through collaborations with academic and relevant institutions.
• Maintain a current understanding of nutrition-related research.
• Lead and manage the nutritionist team member.
• Work closely with communications to validate nutrition claims, ensuring adherence to scientific evidence.
• Partner with healthcare professional bodies to deliver meaningful continuing professional development in dairy nutrition.
• Collaborate with industry and regulatory groups to maintain compliance with legal standards and best practices.
• Develop policy and position papers to articulate dairy's importance in diets and sustainable nutrition.
• Represent the NDC on international platforms including the European Milk Forum (EMF), International Milk Promotion (IMP), and International Dairy Federation.
• Engage stakeholders to advance national nutrition strategies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Honours degree in human nutrition, nutrition science, or dietetics.
• Registration as a nutritionist (AFN), dietitian (CORU), or eligibility for such registration is mandatory.
• An MSc or PhD in Nutrition and Health is highly desirable.
• Minimum of five years' relevant experience in research, academia, regulation, industry, or health promotion.
• Experience in communications and media relations is required.
• Familiarity with EU Nutrition & Health Claims legislation is essential.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of dairy nutrition, sustainable food systems, and interest in sports nutrition is advantageous.
• The role reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Managed a direct report: one full-time nutritionist.
• Workweek typically Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with possible consideration for a four-day week.
• Based in the Sandyford offices in Dublin, with occasional travel in Ireland and abroad.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter and updated CV by 5pm on Friday, 28 August 2026. Applications sent through direct unofficial links will not be accepted.