Nutrition Assistant at Smiling Hearts Initiatives International

Smiling Hearts initiatives international  is a humanitarian non-governmental, non profit organization founded in Nigeria, Borno state Maiduguri and has been in operation since 2016 as Zumunchi Hearts Initiatives International before its official registration with CAC on 10th October 2018 as Smiling Hearts Initiatives International.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nutrition Assistant

Location: Borno
Job Type: 6 months (with possibility of extention)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of the Tom Brown Supplementary Feeding Program (TB-SFP) in accordance with program guidelines and objectives.
• Ensure that beneficiaries receive the Tom Brown supplement as per the program’s distribution plan.
• Screen and identify eligible beneficiaries for the program, ensuring they meet the necessary criteria.
• Maintain accurate records of beneficiary information, including admissions, discharges, and follow-up visits.
• Provide basic nutrition education to caregivers and beneficiaries on the proper use of Tom Brown supplement and promote good feeding practices and hygiene among beneficiaries.
• Assist in the distribution of Tom Brown supplement, ensuring fair and timely distribution to beneficiaries.
• Monitor the distribution process to prevent any irregularities or issues and collect and record data on beneficiary attendance, supplement distribution, and any issues arising during sessions.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on program activities, challenges, and achievements.
• Liaise with community leaders and Tom Brown facilitator, CNMs to mobilize beneficiaries and promote the program and address any community concerns or issues related to the program if necessary/report to your supervisor. 
• Work closely with other program staff including Tom Brown facilitator, CNMs, to ensure the smooth operation of the SFP.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to program planning and improvement.
• Supervise the vendor's storage and handling of Tom Brown supplement, ensuring proper stock levels and storage conditions.

Requirements

• Certificate in Nursing, Health Education or a trained community health worker certificate.
• Three years, minimum, of experience working in nutrition programmes within government or NGO setup.
• Ability to cope and work under pressure in the field site.
• Good oral and written English as well as local languages (Kanuri, Hausa, is an added Advantage).
• High flexibility and ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to work for long hours especially in hard-to-reach locations within facility catchment areas.
• Experience working with the local communities.

Application Closing Date
3rd August, 2025 at 12:00 PM. 

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.
• Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. SHI reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
• SHI has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote.