Career Opportunities at Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa)

To support the successful implementation of the Community-Based Nutrition Support Programme WFP project,GHIV Africa is seeking for qualified and dedicated candidate for the position below:

Slots : 5

Location: Katsina State -Batsari, Danmusa, Dutsinma, Kurfi and Safana LGAs
Contract Duration: 3 Months with possibility of renewing.
Reports to: Nutrition Coordinator

Job Purpose:

The Nutrition Officer will provide technical leadership and field supervision for the implementation of community-based nutrition activities across the targeted LGAs. The officer will oversee the functioning of Tom Brown care groups, supervise Nutrition Assistants, Community Nutrition Mobilizers (CNMs), facilitators, and lead mothers, and ensure effective coordination with the Katsina State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KSPHCDA) for quality programme implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Implementation and Supervision

• Supervise Nutrition Assistants in collaboration with KSPHCDA and ensure quality implementation of programme activities.
• Supervise community nutrition activities, including screening, enrolment, follow-up and growth monitoring of beneficiaries.
• Oversee the selection and engagement of Lead Mothers across targeted communities.
• Supervise the biweekly Tom Brown preparation and distribution activities conducted by care groups.
• Ensure programme activities are implemented according to WFP Tom Brown programme standards.

Training and Capacity Building

• Train and mentor Nutrition Assistants, Facilitators, Community Nutrition Mobilizers (CNMs), and Lead Mothers on:
• WFP Tom Brown implementation standards
• MUAC screening and beneficiary identification
• Community-based nutrition monitoring
• Proper preparation and hygiene practices for Tom Brown blended flour.

Community Screening and Case Identification

• Supervise community screening activities including house-to-house MUAC screening.
• Ensure proper identification and enrolment of eligible beneficiaries.
• Oversee follow-up visits and growth monitoring for enrolled beneficiaries.

Programme Coordination

• Coordinate with KSPHCDA and other stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of project activities.
• Coordinate the redemption of grains at vendor sites alongside programme staff and KSPHCDA representatives.
• Support the distribution of Non-Food Items (NFIs) required for Tom Brown production and care group activities.
• Ensure the availability and proper use of programme data tools across all Tom Brown groups.

Monitoring, Data Management and Reporting

• Ensure accurate documentation of programme activities and beneficiary data.
• Compile and share beneficiary lists with WFP as required.
• Ensure that data tools are correctly completed and submitted from all project sites.
• Prepare and submit monthly programme reports to the Nutrition Coordinator.

Incident Management

• Report programme incidents or operational challenges promptly to the Nutrition Coordinator.

Other Duties

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor to support programme implementation.

Education and experience 

• A minimum of a Bachelor\'s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in implementing community-based nutrition programs, preferably with a focus on MIYCN.
• Experience supervising and mentoring community health workers or nutrition staff.
• Strong understanding of national nutrition guidelines, MIYCN, IMAM, and integrated health and nutrition programming.
• Excellent facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and reporting skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in English and at least one relevant local language.
• Previous experience working in humanitarian or development contexts is an added advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Fluency in English and Hausa.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Candidates from the targeted LGAs are encouraged to apply.

Essential:

• Computer skills, especially in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience in Electronic Data Collection.
• Previous track record monitoring nutrition projects across LGAs in Katsina state.

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)

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Slots:10

Location: Katsina State -Batsari, Danmusa, Dutsinma, Kurfi and Safana LGAs.
Contract Duration: 3 Months with the possibility of renewing
Report to: Nutrition Officer.

Job Purpose

The Nutrition Assistant will support the implementation of community-level nutrition activities including screening, follow-up of beneficiaries, Tom Brown care group activities, and community
mobilization. The position will work closely with Facilitators, CNMs, Lead Mothers, and KSPHCDA to ensure effective delivery of programme activities.

Key Responsibilities
Community Screening and Outreach

• Conduct house-to-house nutrition screening using MUAC to identify children with moderate acute malnutrition.
• Conduct follow-up visits and home visits for enrolled beneficiaries.
• Support routine monitoring and tracking of beneficiary progress.

Supervision of Community Structures

• Closely supervise Facilitators and Community Nutrition Mobilizers (CNMs) in coordination with KSPHCDA.
• Support the selection and supervision of Lead Mothers across targeted communities.
• Ensure smooth implementation of biweekly Tom Brown activities within care groups.

Distribution and Operational Support

• Work closely with the Nutrition Officer and KSPHCDA to distribute Non-Food Items (NFIs) to Tom Brown groups and beneficiaries.
• Support the distribution and monitoring of Tom Brown blended flour within communities.
• Collaborate with KSPHCDA to facilitate processing support for Lead Mothers involved in

Tom Brown activities.

Data Collection and Reporting

• Ensure that programme data tools and registers are properly completed by Facilitators.
• Compile and submit beneficiary lists and activity reports to the Nutrition Officer.
• Support the preparation of monthly programme reports.

Community Engagement

• Support community sensitisation and mobilisation activities.
• Promote improved infant and young child feeding practices among caregivers.

Other Duties

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor to support programme implementation.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public health, Nursing, community Health or related field.
• Additional certification in Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF),CMAM,or Nutrition in

Emergencies is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant work experience in Nutrition or health programs, preferably in NGO or humanitarian settings.
• Experience in delivering individual and group counseling, as well as providing psychological first aid.

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