Health and Nutrition Assistant (Volunteer) at Gidauniya Aid Empowerment Foundation Initiative (GAEFI) - 6 Openings

Gidauniya Aid Empowerment Foundation Initiative (GAEFI) is a registered, non-profit, non-political, and non-religious humanitarian and development organization dedicated to transforming lives, fostering peace, and building resilience among vulnerable communities in Nigeria, with a special focus on Northeast and Northwest Nigeria. Our work is anchored on the belief that every individual regardless of background, gender, or circumstance deserves equal access to education, healthcare, economic opportunities, and a safe, peaceful environment to thrive. The organization began its work in Borno and Yobe State delivering interventions across key sectors including health, nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), protection, education, and food security and livelihoods. From inception, GAEFI has prioritized transparency, community ownership, and program quality.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Health and Nutrition Assistant (Volunteer)

Locations: Adamawa, Borno, Katsina, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara

Position Summary

• The Health and Nutrition Assistant (Volunteer) will support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of health and nutrition activities within the community.
• The volunteer will assist in promoting proper nutrition practices, hygiene education, and community mobilization to improve overall public health outcomes.
• This role is ideal for individuals passionate about public health, nutrition, and community engagement who want to gain practical experience in humanitarian and development work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of community health and nutrition activities under the supervision of the Health and Nutrition Officer or Program Coordinator.
• Conduct community sensitization on essential nutrition practices, hygiene promotion, and disease prevention.
• Assist in organizing nutrition screening sessions for children under five, pregnant, and lactating women.
• Help collect and compile data from community outreach activities for reporting and analysis.
• Support awareness campaigns on maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH).
• Distribute health education materials and demonstrate appropriate use of nutrition supplements (if applicable).
• Work closely with local health workers to identify and refer malnourished or at-risk individuals for further support.
• Maintain accurate records of health and nutrition activities and ensure timely reporting.
• Participate in regular team meetings and community feedback sessions.
• Promote gender sensitivity and inclusion in all program activities.

Areas of Accountability:
The Health and Nutrition Assistant (Volunteer) will be accountable for:

• Program Implementation: Ensuring all assigned health and nutrition activities are conducted in line with the organization’s work plan and standards.
• Data and Reporting: Accurately collecting and submitting data to supervisors for review and reporting.
• Community Engagement: Representing GAEFI positively in all community interactions.
• Code of Conduct Compliance: Upholding the organization’s values, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to safeguarding and ethical standards.
• Team Collaboration: Working collaboratively with other volunteers and staff to achieve program objectives effectively.

Qualifications and Skills

• University Degree or HND qualification in Health, Nutrition, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Strong interest in community health and nutrition promotion.
• Basic understanding of hygiene, nutrition, and maternal-child health concepts.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with community members, especially women and children.
• Fluency in English and local languages is desirable.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a one-page motivation letter stating why they wish to volunteer with Gidauniya Aid Empowerment Foundation Initiative (GAEFI) to: hr@gaefi.org.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.