Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) is a Non-governmental, Non-for profit humanitarian/Developmental organization which started in 2014. We deliver assistance and protection to affected populations before, during and after crisis situations. GHIV Africa was founded to mitigate the health deficit in Africa and to provide all forms...
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Supervising: Kaga,Jere and Nganzai -Borno State
Duration: 6months
Slot:One(1)
Reporting Line: Tom brown coordinator
NUTRITION OFFICER’S DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee and coordinate the nutrition assistance on daily nutrition implementation both in community and facility level.
- Ensure nutrition staff understands correct screening, admission, and treatment of SAM cases using RUTF, following national IMAM guidelines.
- Coordinate the nutrition assistants on tom brown implementation
- Monitor and supervise the preparation and distribution of the tom brown grains/ powder
- Train community health workers and facility staff on IMAM protocols, growth monitoring, and MIYCN practices.
- Provide continuous technical guidance and on-the-job coaching to staff and volunteers.
- Strengthen community networks to improve case finding, defaulter tracing, and home-based follow-up.
- Collect, compile, and analyze nutrition data from health facilities and community outreach points.
- Produce accurate and timely (Monthly, 5WS and SITREP) reports
- Monitor program performance against set indicators and recommend improvements.
- Support the documentation of success stories and lessons learned.
- Promote correct preparation and use of locally available foods, including Tom Brown, to improve dietary diversity.
- Participate in local nutrition coordination meetings and technical discussions.
- Maintain strong collaboration with government and community stakeholders to align activities with national nutrition policies.
- To carryout any other duties assigned to.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or any related field.
- Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in implementing nutrition programs in community or health facility settings.
- Good understanding of IMAM and MIYCF approaches.
- Hands on experience with RUTF management and MAM treatment using locally available food supplements (Tom Brown).
- Strong skills in data collection, record keeping, and reporting.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Key Competencies
- Solid understanding of nutrition programming in emergency and development contexts.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on community engagement.
- Capacity to train and mentor local staff effectively.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles, teamwork, and respect for cultural differences.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
- INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
- RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
- PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.
GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES: The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.
GHIV AFRICA HAS ZERO TOLORENCE FOR SEXUAL EXPLOITATION ABUSE AND HARASSMENT (SEAH)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
GHIV Africa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of vulnerable communities in Northeast Nigeria. Your expertise and dedication can help ensure the safety and protection of those in need.
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