DHA Clinical Dietitian – Sports Nutrition & Performance

Role Description The DHA Clinical Dietitian – Sports Nutrition & Performance is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role involves assessing clients’ nutritional status, particularly athletes and active individuals, and developing individualized medical nutrition therapy plans to support performance, recovery, and overall health. Daily responsibilities include conducting clinical consultations, interpreting laboratory and physical assessment data, providing evidence-based nutritional counseling, and collaborating with physicians, fitness professionals, and other healthcare team members. The Clinical Dietitian will design sports-specific meal plans, monitor progress, adjust interventions, and contribute to health education initiatives within the Avida community. The role also includes maintaining accurate documentation, adhering to DHA regulations and professional standards, and participating in continuous quality improvement and research-based practice.QualificationsActive DHA Clinical Dietitian licence or eligibilitySports-nutrition experience, preferably an MSc or postgraduate qualificationUnderstanding of common performance and nutrition biomarkersVO₂-max equipment/testing experienceExercise qualification such as ACSM, NSCA, NASM or REPs UAEBLS certification and client-screening experienceStrong report-writing and client-facing skills