Nutrition Field Assistant at Ekklesiyar Yan'uwa a Nigeria (EYN Project)

EYN Projects is a community-based non-profit/non-governmental organization. We respect and believe in the infinite worth of every individual. This is demonstrated through our developmental and humanitarian services to affected communities, equal employment opportunities, building and strengthening the skills of our staff, and ensuring qualitative and effective service delivery. EYN Projects does not discriminate based on gender, ethnicity, or religion in our recruitment exercise nor in our humanitarian and developmental work.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nutrition Field Assistant

Location: Borno 

Role

• The Nutrition field assistant is to support the implementation of the Nutrition component in Borno state.

Main Responsibilities
The post holder will receive a context-specific ToR for each deployment, which will draw upon the responsibilities outlined below.

Programme Support (typically will be at field level):

• Support the implementation of all CMAM and IMAM activities in the implementing communities and outreach sites.
• Conduct active case finding through MUAC screening to identify SAM/MAM cases, complications, non-responders, and referrals to SC.
• Conduct training of caregivers on Mother-led MUAC screening of Children 0-59 months of age and subsequently carry out follow-up visits to the trained to ensure screening is done accurately and documented.
• Conduct caregiver training on the Tom-Brown approach and monitor the utilization of the product by the caregivers for their MAM children.
• Compile and submit progress reports daily to the nutrition officer through the community supervisor who is your direct line manager.
• Liaison with Community Nutrition Mobilizers to provide effective follow-up of all SAM and MAM cases; particularly tracing of children who are absent from the program, defaulted or not gaining weight.
• Directly supervise the activities of the community volunteers during sensitization and clinic activities
• Provide technical support for IYCF lead Mothers during IYCF activities such as food demonstrations, and support group meetings with relevant IYCF key messages.
• Support CNMs Conduct Monthly Home visits to ensure hygiene and sanitation and IYCF positive practices are being practiced by the caregivers.
• Perform other responsibilities assigned to him/her by superiors.
• Report progress and problems promptly.
• Liaise with other partners [especially local authorities] and other stakeholders [returnees, host community, local leaders, on food security-related issues
• Professionally represent EYN at all times
• Ensure distribution data are filled accurately and submitted to your line manager daily. 
• Any other duties that may be assigned related to the implementation of the BHA program in the implementing locations.

Core Behaviours
Understanding humanitarian contexts and application of humanitarian principles:

• Ensure that program goals and activities uphold the principles of the key national and international humanitarian frameworks, codes, and commitments
• Integrate beneficiary accountability principles into the approach

Achieving results effectively:

• Ensure efficient and transparent use of resources following internal controls
• Address difficult situations and make tough decisions confidently and calmly
• Consider the wider impact of decisions to be made in the short and long term.
• Continuously provides feedback and updates to achieve improved results
• Document lessons learned and apply them to future projects

Maintaining and developing collaborative relationships:

• Actively listen to different perspectives and experiences of stakeholders
• Actively participate in networks to access and contribute to good practice
• Establish and maintain clear communication and dialogue with disaster and conflict-affected people and other stakeholders

Operating safely and securely:

• Identify and communicate risks and threats and minimize these for oneself and the agency
• Take measures to do no harm and to minimize risks for partners and the communities
• Reduce vulnerability by complying with safety and security protocols set by the organization.

Managing yourself in a pressured and changing environment:

• Help team members practice stress management through prioritization of workloads and modeling of appropriate self-care
• Remain effective and retain perspective in the face of difficult or demanding situations
• Demonstrate personal integrity by using one’s position responsibly and fairly
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior following relevant codes of conduct
• Plan, prioritize, and perform tasks well under pressure
• Take responsibility for your work and the impact of your actions

Leadership: Action; Thinking; Self; Inspiring; Developing Others:

• Demonstrate managerial courage by confronting difficult situations seeking resolution, and stating willingness to champion ideas
• Demonstrate approachability and trust by listening carefully to others valuing their contribution, and making others feel comfortable by being open and honest about their thoughts and feelings
• Demonstrate self-development and management by taking responsibility for own development, and actively seeking out feedback to better understand their strengths and weaknesses.
• Effectively influence others by understanding their interests and showing how they will be met by their own preferred solution
• Give constructive feedback to enhance capabilities and responsibilities to another for his/her development

Requirements

• B.Sc / HND / ND in Agriculture, Food and Nutrition, Agric Economics, Agric Extension & Management, or any related field from a certified tertiary institution with at least 2 (two) years of proven experience in Nutrition work.
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent knowledge of the Nigerian context
• Excellent reporting skills
• Excellent communication and diplomatic skills, including writing skills
• Computer proficiency (word, excel, and internet) 
• Good analytical skills, at ease with figures and economic data
• Proven experience working in an office environment.
• Working knowledge of CMAM/IYCF/IMAM.

Knowledge & Skills:
The ability to multitask.

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills in English and Hausa
• Demonstrate team Work/Team Spirit

Application Closing Date
13th October, 2025.

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover letter in a single PDF document to: careers@eynprojects.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note

• For the application to be valid, EYN Projects only accepts applications with a cover letter. All applications should include a functional Email address, Mobile numbers, and detailed curriculum vitae (CV). 
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Multiple submissions will be automatically disqualified.
• EYN Projects does not ask for any form of payment/compensation at any stage of recruitment
• If you are not reached upon the submission of your application, it means you did not meet the criteria for selection. 
• Note: Our Safeguarding policy prevents physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect of any member of our community. The welfare of these individuals is paramount. All our communities without exception have the right to protection from abuse regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or belief. It is the responsibility of everyone to ensure safeguarding.
• The Organization has zero tolerance to any form of Abuse or Prevention from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)