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

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

QUALIFICATION:

• 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