Child Health and Nutrition Associate at Lluvia Health Organisation

We seek a dedicated and skilled Child Health and Nutrition Associate to join our dynamic team. The Child Health and Nutrition Associate will be responsible for developing and implementing the non-profit programs to achieve the organization's mission. This individual will work closely with the executive director/founder of the organization and volunteers.

Responsibilities:

Program Implementation:

• Execute child health and nutrition programs by established guidelines and standards.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective program delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of programs, making data-driven recommendations for improvement.

Community Engagement:

• Engage with local communities to understand their specific child health and nutrition needs.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, organizations, and families.
• Organize and conduct community awareness and education initiatives on child health and nutrition.

Reporting writing:

• Collect, manage, and analyze data related to child health and nutrition programs.
• Prepare regular reports on program activities, progress, and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of program-related information.

Training and Capacity Building:

• Provide training sessions for community members, health workers, and other relevant stakeholders on child health and nutrition topics.
• Build the capacity of local staff and partners to effectively implement and support child health and nutrition initiatives.

Advocacy:

• Advocate for policies and practices that promote child health and nutrition at local, regional, and national levels.
• Represent the organization in relevant forums, conferences, and meetings to advance child health and nutrition agendas.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nutrition, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• 1- 2 years post-NYSC experience
• Proven experience in implementing child health and nutrition programs.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, collaboration experience, creativity, and willingness to innovate
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural settings.
• Familiarity with community engagement and participatory approaches.
• Commitment to the organization's mission and values.