JOB DESCRIPTIONNutritionist – Aivida

A Unit of Manju Groups | Chennai

Position DetailsParticularsDetailsPositionNutritionistDepartmentNutrition & Wellness / HealthcareCompanyAivida – A Unit of Manju GroupsLocationChennai, Tamil NaduReporting ToHead – Aivida / Clinical & Wellness OperationsEmployment TypeFull-TimeExperience1–5 YearsQualificationB.Sc./M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics, Food & Nutrition or equivalentIndustryHealthcare / Wellness / Digital HealthWork ModeOn-site / Client-facing as required1. Job Purpose

The Nutritionist will be responsible for providing personalised nutrition consultation, diet planning and wellness guidance to Aivida customers/patients based on their health goals, lifestyle, dietary preferences and available clinical information.

The role will involve working closely with clients, doctors, wellness professionals and the Aivida operations team to deliver practical, sustainable and evidence-based nutrition solutions.

2. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Nutrition Consultation

- Conduct detailed nutrition and lifestyle assessments for clients.
- Understand client health goals, dietary habits, medical history and lifestyle patterns.
- Provide personalised nutrition counselling and practical dietary recommendations.
- Develop nutrition plans based on individual requirements.
- Explain diet plans clearly and motivate clients to follow recommended lifestyle changes.

B. Diet Planning & Monitoring

- Prepare customised meal plans based on nutritional requirements.
- Develop plans for weight management, healthy eating, fitness and general wellness.
- Monitor client progress through regular follow-ups.
- Modify diet plans based on progress, feedback and changing requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of consultations, diet plans and follow-up activities.

C. Digital Healthcare / Aivida Platform

- Conduct nutrition consultations through Aivida's digital platform, teleconsultation or other approved channels.
- Maintain professional and timely communication with customers.
- Record consultation details and recommendations in the relevant system.
- Support development and improvement of nutrition-related digital content and services.

D. Customer Engagement

- Build strong professional relationships with clients.
- Follow up with clients to understand adherence,



challenges and progress.
- Provide motivation and behavioural guidance to improve long-term lifestyle adherence.
- Handle customer questions related to nutrition and healthy eating professionally.
- Escalate medical or clinical concerns to the appropriate doctor/clinical team.

E. Collaboration with Healthcare Team

- Coordinate with doctors, physiotherapists, fitness professionals and other healthcare specialists where required.
- Ensure nutrition recommendations are aligned with the client's overall care plan.
- Follow professional and ethical standards while providing nutrition advice.
- Avoid providing medical diagnosis or prescribing medication unless appropriately qualified and authorised.

F. Content & Wellness Programs

- Assist in developing nutrition articles, meal guides, wellness programs and educational content.
- Support corporate wellness and health awareness programs.
- Conduct nutrition awareness sessions, workshops and webinars when required.
- Participate in campaigns related to preventive healthcare, healthy lifestyle and nutrition.

3. Key Skills Required

- Strong knowledge of nutrition, dietetics and healthy lifestyle practices.
- Excellent counselling and interpersonal skills.
- Solid communication skills in English and Tamil.
- Ability to create practical and customised diet plans.
- Good client engagement and follow-up skills.
- Empathy and a patient-centric approach.
- Good documentation and reporting skills.
- Basic knowledge of digital healthcare platforms and MS Office/Google Workspace.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

4. Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas will be preferred:

- Clinical Nutrition
- Diet Consultation
- Weight Management
- Preventive Healthcare
- Wellness Centres
- Fitness & Nutrition
- Hospitals / Clinics
- Telehealth / Digital Healthcare




- Corporate Wellness Programs

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Number of consultations completed.
- Client satisfaction score.
- Client follow-up and engagement rate.
- Diet-plan adherence and follow-up completion.
- Client progress and retention.
- Quality and accuracy of nutrition documentation.
- Response time for client queries.
- Contribution to nutrition programs and wellness initiatives.
- Revenue/consultation targets, where applicable.

6. Behavioural Competencies

- Client-centric mindset
- Empathy and active listening
- Professional integrity
- Positive attitude
- Accountability
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving ability
- Attention to detail
- Continuous learning
- Strong communication and presentation skills

7. Educational Qualification

Mandatory:

- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics / Food & Nutrition / Clinical Nutrition or equivalent.

Preferred:

- Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics / Clinical Nutrition.
- Relevant certifications in sports nutrition, weight management, diabetes nutrition or wellness counselling.

8. Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be a passionate and client-focused Nutritionist who can combine sound nutritional knowledge with strong counselling and communication skills.

The candidate should be comfortable working in a modern digital healthcare and wellness environment, interacting directly with customers and collaborating with doctors and other healthcare professionals.

Salary

₹3.0 LPA – ₹6.0 LPA, depending on experience, qualifications and competency.

Career Opportunity

The role offers an opportunity to grow within Aivida and Manju Groups into areas such as:

- Senior Nutritionist
- Clinical Nutrition Lead
- Wellness Program Manager
- Nutrition & Wellness Head
- Corporate Wellness Consultant

About Aivida

Aivida – a unit of Manju Groups – is focused on delivering technology-enabled healthcare and wellness solutions with a customer-centric approach. The organisation aims to combine healthcare expertise, digital technology and wellness services to improve accessibility and outcomes for customers.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹37,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

📌 Nutritionist (Chennai)
🏢 Manju Groups
📍 Chennai