Nutrition CMAM Officer at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International - 2 Positions

Posted on Mon 28th Aug, 2017 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nutrition CMAM Officer

Location: Bade, Yobe
Slot: 2

Job Summary

The Nutrition CMAM Officer will be based in Bade, Yobe State and work under the supervision of the Nutrition Deputy Project Manager.
He/she will play a key role in the implementation of community health groups (CHGs) within the community for each health facility targeted by the CMAM component.
He/she will conduct health capacity assessments and also ensure the functionality and linkage between community nutritional screening and health facilities.
The Nutrition Officer is also be required to represent Action Against Hunger programs within the communities.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Directly supervise the technical work of the nutrition assistants at community level. Ensure frequent visits to project sites to monitor implementation of activities.
Oversee formation and operationalization of porridge mum groups which includes selection of treasurers and secretaries of the groups.
Participate in the development of joint activity work plans with key stakeholders in the state and within ACF
Ensure that all IYCF interventions are fully integrated, scaled-up and implemented as per national protocols
Supervise monthly group meetings conducted by the nutrition assistants.
Collaborate with all other departments and sectors to ensure the project activities are integrated.
Work with other partner, MOH, INGOs, NGOs, CBOs including the communities and local leaders at all stages of project implementation.
Work closely with the Deputy Project Manager and Monitoring & Evaluation team to ensure accurate data entry.
Support and build capacity of nutrition assistants in the compilation, preparation and submission of accurate and timely nutrition reports.
Compile weekly and monthly reports and ensure timely submission of such written reports to the Deputy Project Manager for consolidation.

Requirements
The successful candidate will:

Have a minimum of Bachelor's degree in Health, Nutrition, Nursing or related field.
Have a minimum of 2 years working experience within humanitarian contexts, with at least 1 year in conflict/insecure contexts including community mobilization.
Be able and willing to frequently travel to villages and stay at the field.
Have the capacity to supervise and coach health workers.
Be professional, motivated, flexible and culturally sensitive.
Possess excellent team, budget, project management and representation competencies.
Be proficient in statistical softwares (Microsoft Office package, SPSS, SPHINX, STATA, EPI Info, ENA for SMART, GIS, etc.)
Be committed to Action Against Hunger mission, values and policy.
Be fluent in English and other local languages (Kanuri, Fulani, Hausa).
Have previous NGO experience in managing mobilization in different interventions (i.e. cash transfers, wash, Nutrition).

Application Closing Date
5th September, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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