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  • Posted: Jan 10, 2022
    Deadline: Jan 10, 2022
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    Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF) is a non-governmental organization dully registered with Nigerian government through Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC/IT NO: 91613). Existing since October 20th 2016, AHSF focuses on improving the quality of life of vulnerable population across communities in North East Nigeria. AHSF operates both in emergency and ...
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    Senior Nutrition Officer

    Location: Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.

    Employment Type: Contract

    Contract Duration: 1 year

    Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

    Job Summary

    The project manager will be the overall manager of the program providing both administrative, leadership and technical support to the staff.

    The Nutrition Manager will be directly responsible for the implementation of the emergency nutrition programming including integrated community-based management of acute malnutrition (CMAM), MAM treatment using Tom Brown approach, Maternal infant, and young child feeding (MIYCF), Nutrition surveillance, coordination, and overall programme management.

    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    • Conduct/update situation analysis of the nutrition situation for the development, design, and management of nutrition related programs/projects.
    • Update tracking tool to monitor programme screening based data on acute malnutrition, collect health facility-based disease surveillance reports and update morbidity reporting tool for assigned health facilities/LGAs.
    • Participate with M&E team in supervision of data collection for nutrition and health assessments.
    • Liaise with nutrition and health assistants for accessing community support group database, health facility database on a regular basis and updating overall health facility-based activities.
    • Conduct ongoing capacity assessment of health workers on CMAM services delivery, reproductive health service delivery, vaccination etc. and review the training needs and/or coaching needs.
    • Support the SNO/NE Nutrition sector in organizing LGA based coordination meeting.
    • Facilitate quarterly review meetings/workshops with respective government health managers at State/LGA level.
    • Regularly report and coordinate with line supervisor regarding challenges, issues faced in the field for timely and appropriate decision-making.
    • Ensure regular contact with SMoH service providers and LGA health authorities to receive service delivery report in a timely manner.

    Position Requirements

    • The Senior Nutrition Officer WILL be based in Borno (Mafa LGAs) and Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.
    • Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, community health or another relevant field.
    • Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in implementing CMAM, IYCF, and other community-based nutrition activities. Experience in MAM treatment using Tom Brown approach is desirable.
    • Master’s degree in relevant fields; Nutrition, Public Health, Community Health will be an added advantage
    • Be proficient in the use of computer applications (Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
    • Have excellent leadership, coordination, team, budget, project management and representation competencies.
    • Fluent in English and Hausa languages.
    • Have previous NGO experience managing mobilization in different interventions (i.e. CBT, WASH, Nutrition) preferably.
    • Be committed to Action the AHSF’s mission, values, and policies.

    Women are strongly encouraged to Apply

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    Nurse

    Location: Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.

    Employment Type: Contract

    Contract Duration: 1 year

    Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

    Job Summary

    This clinical position ensures that every beneficiary receives an adequate medical examination, the required routine and prescribed medication and referral for additional treatment, as appropriate and according to international treatment protocols and standards for IYCF and CMAM.
    S/He is the clinical resource for the onsite implementation process of IYCF, Pre and Post Natal Care and medical aspects of the nutrition program. The CMAM nurse ensures the program is provided to all the beneficiaries while respecting guidelines and principles of good practice e.g WHO, the Operational Guidance on IYCF and CMAM.
    She or He performs tasks and responsibilities assigned for the benefit of Samaritan’s Purse with a generous and serving spirit.
    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    Program Implementation:

    • Makes sure that CMAM program is implemented according to the National protocol i.e. application of the admission and discharge criteria, closely monitors and strictly follows anthropometry measurement
    • Ensures children admitted are being fed with therapeutic feeds as prescribed based on the National guidelines
    • Conduct psychosocial support activities in the stabilization center.
    • Ensure medications are prescribed and administered based on National/Who guidelines.
    • Ensures the availability of job aids, reporting formats, therapeutic products and drugs for program implementation in SC
    •  Work closely CMAM officer, IYCF Officer and community mobilization officer to ensure all aspects of the program are understood and agreed and appropriate referrals take place to and from the community to OTP and SC sites.
    • Work closely with other partners implementing OTP for proper referral and monitoring of beneficiaries at OTP level
    • Take a co-lead on Management of complicated SAM services at Stabilization centre sites and ensure the correct amount and type of therapeutic feeding is given to the admitted cases as per the protocol.
    • Ensure the multi-chart/inpatient card has properly filled and monitored and corrective action has taken on daily basis.
    • Makes sure that health professionals from the health facilities to participate on the daily routine work for sustainability and smooth phase out strategy,
    • Work closely with the teams to ensure all children are screened correctly.
    • Ensure all criteria are respected and understood by the teams, including admission, discharge and transfer to and from the OTP/SC.
    • Ensure comprehensive health checks and correct clinical diagnosis at the time of assessment according to the CMAM protocols so that the patient receives appropriate treatment in the relevant program.
    • Ensure all children in SC are immunized according to the national protocols.
    • Ensure timely identification of complications, non-responders, and referrals to the SC.
    • Ensure correctness, consistence and completeness of the information in the nutrition registers.
    • Ensure adequate availability of all medical and food supplies and ensure stock is pre-positioned as planned by discussing with logistics
    • Through liaison with the community volunteers provide effective follow up of all cases: particularly tracing of children who are absent from the program, sick children, long stay children, children not gaining weight, and children with social problems… etc.
    • Provide key Nutrition and Health education messages to beneficiaries based the protocol and guidelines
    • Respond to inquiries regarding the technical aspects of the program admission and discharge whenever necessary at the SC sites.
    • Follow-up and ensure the field team interacts with the beneficiaries properly
    • Provide a daily/weekly and Monthly CMAM report to the SC doctors/nutrition coordinator.
    • Upholds the image and values of Plan international Nigeria at all times.
    • Performs other related tasks as required, like control and facilitation of vehicle movement within the project area in the field Prepare and submit regular monthly and quarterly logistic activity reports to the project/office managers;

    Position Requirements

    • The Nurse WILL be based in Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates
    • BSC or Diploma in nursing, midwifery
    •  Over two (2) years’ experience in complicated SAM case management in SC and CMAM programme
    • Valid and current practicing license.
    • Excellent report-writing skills is an additive
    • Fluent in written and spoken English and Hausa
    • Commitment to and understanding of AHSF’S aims, values and principles.

    Women are strongly encouraged to Apply

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    Head of Programmes

    Location: Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.

    Employment Type: Contract

    Contract Duration: 1 year

    Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

    Job Summary

    • As a key member of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Programs will coordinate the development and implementation of quality programs and activities following national, state, funding agency and organization’s guidelines and requirements.
    • S/He will be responsible for providing direction, coordination and support to the Program Team Leads, namely the Team Lead, Advocacy and Policy Influencing Unit and Team Lead, Individual and Community Capacity Strengthening and their team members.
    • The Head of Programs will ensure the smooth implementation of projects and the achievement of program objectives and outcomes.

    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    Program Implementation:

    • Coordinate the development of new ideas and projects to meet the organization’s objectives, goals, mission and vision
    • Supervise and support the program Team Leads and their team members by providing technical and strategic guidance, program direction, input and feedback
    • Serve as technical lead on developing project proposals and concept notes for new program ideas in collaboration with Team Lead, Strategy, Development and Learning.
    • Ensure that interventions are tailored to meet the needs and promote adolescents and young people’s rights, particularly adolescent girls and young women.
    • Provide management oversight for ongoing programs, ensuring that all projects are managed to budget and achieve the planned results on time based on organizational policy and donor requirements
    • Coordinate the development of annual organizational programs work plans and budget
    • Provide regular program and operational/financial reports to the Executive Director and Board Programs Committee
    • Maintain and strengthen relationships with program partners and stakeholders
    • Oversee program/project-related monitoring, evaluation and learning process
    • Report monitoring and evaluation findings to the Executive Director and recommend changes to enhance the program as appropriate
    • Develop technical documents, including training guides, manuals, booklets etc., to aid the implementation of programs at the field level
    • Review and approve all organizational program reports submitted to external partners and donors.

    Staff Management and Team Work:

    • Deputize for the Executive Director or other colleagues as required.
    • Facilitate shared learning and joint initiatives about programme implementation of activities
    • Support the development and realisation of program monitoring, evaluation and learning as well as knowledge management outcomes by promoting documentation and sharing of lessons learned
    • Work with the Executive Director to cultivate and manage donor relationships and partnerships.
    • Nurture an open and collaborative work environment that encourages learning, productivity, accountability, flexibility, respect, non-discrimination and communication
    • In consultation with the Executive Director, recruit, interview and select qualified program staff.
    • Serve as a non-voting member of the Board Program Committee
    • Work closely with the Executive Director and HR staff to carry out annual performance appraisals of program team members and develop capacity building plans

    Position Requirements

    ·         The Head of Programmes WILL be based in Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates

    • A Degree in Public Health, International Relations, Gender Studies, International Development, or related field. An advanced degree is desirable but not required for this position.
    • Minimum 5-7 years of advocacy/program experience required. Experience in influencing the policy and practice of governments and institutions through campaigning, advocacy and/or policy development is a plus.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking, policy development and fluent written/spoken English
    • Experience working with local NGOs required
    • Experience working and building collaborative relations with members of civil society, government, academia, and the private sector
    • Demonstrated ability to take the initiative as well as develop and implement programs
    • Ability to think and plan strategically
    • Ability to lead, inspire, manage, coach and mentor staff at both individual and collective level.

    Women are strongly encouraged to Apply

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    Finance and Administrative Officer

    Location: Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.

    Employment Type: Contract

    Contract Duration: 1 year

    Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

    Job Summary

    The Finance and Administrative Officer will be specifically responsible for:

    Administration - The sub-office Maintenance and other Logistics support including fleet management and clearing of goods at points of entry, office buildings and residences maintenance; ensuring that all office assets are well maintained and functional; review and analyze some reports generated within the Administrative Department (monthly fuel consumption reports, maintenance reports, Office accommodation Report, etc.) and make informed recommendations to the Head of Office for improvement; Develop relevant tools to research any elements of the Administrative Departments functions and make recommendations to management for improvement.

    Finance - The daily financial operations (accounting, financial management, budget monitoring, reporting, and accounting package, familiarize himself/herself on Insight applications of the office (QuickBooks) and ensure that the financial accounting environment follows AHSF policies and procedures, donor rules and regulations & National/State requirements.

    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    • The Finance and Administrative Officer will provide direct supervision to the admin support assistant and will keep the Head of Office briefed on the status of all ongoing activities under his/her purview. The Finance and Administrative Officer will also be available to represent, support and consult on issues being handled by the Head of Office.

    Finance / Accounting:

    • Ensure that the financial accounting environment in the Office follows AHSF policies and procedures, donor regulations and local legal requirements.
    • Work with the Accounts Payable Specialist to ensure the disbursement Requests are in line with the authorization matrix and process them at appropriate level.
    • Assist with the review liquidation requests submitted by partners and ensure the liquidation documentation is in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles and in compliance with AHSF and donor requirements.
    • Keep informed about local fiscal and other financial laws related to taxes and exemptions; inform the Head of Office and NE Finance Manager as appropriate.
    • Ensure that the financial accounting environment in the Local Office follows AHSF policies and procedures, donor regulations and local legal requirements.
    • Prepare Disbursement Requests for next level authority approvals and process them at appropriate level.
    • Keep informed about local fiscal and other financial laws related to taxes and exemptions; inform the Head of Office and North East Finance Manager as appropriate.
    • Prepare request and send request for Operation staff and for the sub-office for approval

    Asset Management:

    • Develop standards on the efficient use of office equipment including office and telecommunication equipment and overseeing the maintenance contracts for this equipment.
    • Provide guidance on the use and maintenance of office equipment (generators, photocopiers etc.) to maximize use and functionality.
    • Will make recommendations to the head of admin on items to be disposed of and prepare list of items for auctioning when directed.

    Inventory/Asset Management:

    He/She will work with the Warehouse officer/assistant to:

    • Maintain and update the office's equipment inventory register. Physically mark all items. Add or delete items as required according to the AHSF/Nigeria and the Agency’s Inventory Policy after due consultation with the Operations Manager
    • Send an updated Inventory report on assets over $5000 to Head of Office every quarter
    • Responsible for receiving procured items in collaboration with the Administrative and HR Assistant.
    • Will be responsible for the items in the administration store and maintain an up-to-date list of all items.
    • Office Administration and Management:
    • Facilitate effective Coordination, understanding and cooperation between the Operations department and Program Department
    • Develop strategies to ensure efficient application of agency resources, minimize wastage and achieve highest standards of stewardship
    • Directly supervise the building maintenance and repair for the office and residences
    • Provide supervision on couriers to ensure that items documentation (for sent and received items) is carried out properly.
    • Responsible for conducting due diligence process for vendors.

    Position Requirements

    • The Finance and Admin Officer WILL be based in Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or any Management related course.
    • Master’s degree in relevant fields; Accounting, any Management course will be an added advantage.
    • Minimum of 3 years relevant administrative management experience, preferably with an international/national NGO.
    • Prior experience in supervising staff in a structured work environment
    • Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Must demonstrate a good understanding of contemporary management best practices
    • Must have excellent research and facilitation skills
    • Excellent people skills.
    • Demonstrate high level of initiative, diplomacy, and tact
    • Excellent knowledge of computer software – MS Office and Excel especially.
    • Must be flexible and be able to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Be committed to Action the ’s mission, values, and policies.

    Women are strongly encouraged to Apply

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    Procurement and Logistics Officer

    Location: Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.

    Employment Type: Contract

    Contract Duration: 1 year

    Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

    Job Summary

    The Procurement and Logistics Officer will be responsible for reviewing overall procurement processes, tracking procurements of goods and services through the procurement cycle, ensuring that adequate competition is achieved for procurements, and providing regular procurement mentoring to project staff to support project implementation.

    Administer AHSF procurement policy and procedures in accordance with donor guidelines and requirements. S/He will implement and maintain procurement and fleet management policies, systems, and procedures.

    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    • Implement procurement processes and logistics operations for the project, including grants, strictly following all rules and regulations as well as all stipulations established by Nigerian law.
    • Review and recommend changes to procurement policies and procedures as required.
    • Maintain policies for procurement processes.
    • Manage/maintain a registry and file system for procurements to allow for efficient document and process audits.
    • Maintain the privacy of grantees and vendors.
    • Maintain procurement files, including proposals, evaluations, award documents, official contracts, and correspondence on all procurements, following policies and local law.
    • Provide training on procurement and delivery of goods and services to program team, grantees, and beneficiaries as it pertains to established protocols by the project and local law.
    • Manage account status for all credit accounts established with vendors.
    • Supervise and verify the procurement of materials according to the context and or/needs of the beneficiary, community and/or project.
    • Design and prepare Terms of Reference and/or technical specifications for materials, goods, and services, for contracts, acquisitions, and procurements, in collaboration with the program team. Ensure presentation of sufficient selection that meets requirements of quality assurance, delivery, and transparency.
    • Work with local, national, and international vendors of goods and services to ensure quality, maintain professional distance required to ensure high ethical standards.
    • Ensure competitive procurements by attracting potential vendors for the purchase of goods or services either through direct, bid invitation, or other mechanisms that ensure high standards of transparency.
    • Designate or participate in evaluation committees for proposals submitted by the various vendors, according to the solicited terms of reference and regulations.
    • Verify quality and quantity of products according to the context and/or needs of the beneficiary, community, and/or project.
    • Process procurements according to respective rules and regulations.
    • Maintain strict control of grant budgets, and financial expenditures.
    • Coordinate delivery logistics with program team and/or grantees to obtain the required permits including delivery receipts.
    • Management of fleet and logistics related contracts for quality of services offered by outsourced fleet service provider.
    • Coordinate transportation, permits, authorizations, insurance, loading and unloading of goods/materials, and financial allocation or related expenses under grants.
    • Prepare budgets, solicit quotations, negotiate, conduct analysis, and recommend vendors for delivery of goods and materials to grantees.
    • Communicate all delivery schedules corresponding to grant and operations procurements, including the projection of related expenses.
    • Verify deliverables are complete and done in a timely manner.

    Perform other tasks, as assigned.

    Position Requirements

    • The Procurement/Logistics Officer WILL be based in Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.
    • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, procurement and management or related field.
    • Master’s degree in relevant fields; supply chain management, business administration or any related will be an added advantage.
    • Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience, preferably with an international/national NGO.
    • Experience with budgeting and cost analysis.
    • Prior donor experience is highly desirable
    • Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Must demonstrate a good understanding of contemporary management best practices
    • Must have excellent research and facilitation skills
    • Excellent people skills.
    • Demonstrate high level of initiative, diplomacy, and tact
    • Excellent knowledge of computer software – MS Office and Excel especially.
    • Must be flexible and be able to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Be committed to Action the CDHI’s mission, values, and policies.

    Women are strongly encouraged to Apply

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    HR and Admin Officer

    Location: Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.

    Employment Type: Contract

    Contract Duration: 1 year

    Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

    Job Summary

    The HR Officer is responsible for the employee life cycle management of staff in the Nigeria office. The HR Officer will work in close collaboration with the global HR team ensuring compliance with local and global HR policies and the deployment of global HR initiatives and assist in day-to-day office operations

    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    • Adhering to all AHSF policies in force, promoting their applications and ensuring compliance with local labour law as well as with AHSF HR internal processes
    • Acting as the primary point of contact for HR matters and handle HR related queries from staff to resolution or escalation as necessary
    • Responsibility for all HR and Admin related communications to the office, under the supervision of the Head of Operations
    • Working closely with the global HR team to keep track of new positions, contributing actively in planning the recruitment cycle of such new requirements and implementing them
    • Liaising with the global HR team to ensure offer letters and contracts are prepared and issued in a timely manner
    • Responsibility for planning and ensuring systematic induction for all new staff ensuring that induction plans are signed off and filed in the staff personal file
    • Monitoring probation periods and reviews and ensure outcomes are communicated formally.
    • Helping to draft employment letter and contract addendum under global HR team guidance and supervision
    • Responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of all aspects of the country HR Administration local processes
    • Tracking attendance, leave, eligibility and balances of all staff ensuring records are kept updated as per organisational requirements
    • Working with the Head of Operations and global HR team members to support projects within the organisation e.g., the Staff Engagement Survey / development of the HR system, etc

    Position Requirements

    The HR and Admin Officer WILL be based in Borno (Mafa LGAs)and  Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates

    • Have a sound understanding of Nigerian labour law and be able to confidently apply HR management practices for the benefit of staff and management.
    • Must be confident and fully conversant in business English, both written and verbal, and it would be advantageous if for you to be proficient in local languages
    • In addition to the above, you should be educated to Bachelor’s degree level in Human Resources, Industrial and Organisational Psychology, Business Administration and/or experienced in a relevant field to an equivalent level, and have a professional HR certification such as CIPM, CIPO or its equivalent.
    • Must demonstrate a good understanding of contemporary management best practices
    • Must have excellent research and facilitation skills
    • Excellent people skills.
    • Demonstrate high level of initiative, diplomacy, and tact
    • Excellent knowledge of computer software – MS Office and Excel especially.
    • Must be flexible and be able to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Be committed to Action the ’s mission, values, and policies.

    Women are strongly encouraged to Apply

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    MEAL Officer

    Location: Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.

    Employment Type: Contract

    Contract Duration: 1 year

    Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

    Job Summary

    The MEAL Officer will monitor programme results and logical framework and programme data collection, analysis, and reporting.

    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    • Track the project performances vs. project indicators
    • Create and manage databases to ensure the traceability of the project beneficiaries and assistance provided.
    • Regularly conduct on-site monitoring and post-distribution survey
    • Review, clean and analyze all project data, including but not limited to: beneficiary registration, onsite monitoring, post-activity monitoring, final evaluation.
    • Ensure that the project mid-term evaluation and project’s Real-Time Evaluation are conducted in a timely manner and as per donor’s regulations.
    • Ensure the project final evaluation is timely conducted.
    • Elaborate, review, and test all M&E tools.
    • Promote the use of Information Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) solutions throughout the project including for the registration of beneficiaries, the registration of traders/vendors, the monitoring of the project activities, the post-distribution household surveys, the baseline study, and the mid-term and final evaluations.
    • Establish and manage a system to track beneficiary and non-beneficiary’s feedbacks and complaints management.
    • Ensure a timely submission of the post-distribution monitoring reports, feedbacks and complaints management reports, and evaluations reports.
    • Support the development and testing of electronic data entry questionnaires during periodic surveys and data analysis using an appropriate statistical package.
    • Train enumerators and daily workers on data collection tools and on the utilization of iPads and/or android devices.
    • Supervise data collection exercises.

    Position Requirements

    • The MEAL Officer WILL be based in Borno (Mafa LGAs)and  Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates .
    • Bachelor’s degree or Engineering Degree in Information and Technology Management, Statistics, or any other relevant equivalent degree.
    • Master’s degree in relevant fields; Information and Technology Management, Statistics, Public Health, Engineering will be an added advantage
    • At least 3 years’ full-time experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning, preferably with an international/national NGO
    • Be proficient in the use of computer applications (Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
    • Be proficient in the use of M&E tools
    • Demonstrated appropriateness of quantitative statistical management programs including, SPSS, KOBO, ODK, and EXCEL
    • Have excellent team, budget, project management and representation competencies.
    • Good use of English and Hausa languages.
    • Be committed to Action the AHSF’s mission, values, and policies.

    Women are strongly encouraged to Apply

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    Nutrition Assistant

    Location: Borno (Mafa LGAs), Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates.

    Employment Type: Contract

    Contract Duration: 1 year

    Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

    Job Summary

    The Nutrition Assistant will be directly responsible for the day-to-day field implementation activities of the emergency nutrition programming through integrated community-based approach using Tom Brown local solution to improve MAM/IYCF done by nutrition surveillance & assessments.

    He/she will be responsible for managing emergency nutrition responses, working with CNM’s.

    Main Duties & Responsibilities

    • Facilitate the delivery of the nutrition activities at the field level and provide technical support to HWs and CNMs
    • Supporting targeting of beneficiaries; formation and establishment of Care groups; selection of community volunteers and members of community structures.
    • Work closely with care group promoters and lead mothers to ensure all aspects of the program are understood and agreed and appropriate referrals take place to and from the community to health facilities.
    • Work closely with CNMs to ensure all children are screened correctly.
    • Ensure comprehensive health checks and correct clinical diagnosis at the time of assessment according to the CMAM protocols so that the patient receives appropriate treatment in the relevant program.
    • Ensure timely identification of complications, non-responders, and referrals to the SC.
    • Ensure correctness, consistence, and completeness of the information in the nutrition registers.
    • Ensure adequate availability of all medical and food supplies and ensure stock is pre-positioned as planned by discussing with logistics.
    • Through liaison with the community volunteers provide effective follow up of all cases: particularly tracing of children who are absent from the program, sick children, long stay children, children not gaining weight, and children with social problems... etc.
    • Provide key health and nutrition education messages to beneficiaries based on the protocol and guidelines.
    • Respond to inquiries regarding the technical aspects of the program admission.
    • Follow-up and ensure CNMs interact with the beneficiaries properly.
    • Provide a daily and weekly CMAM report to the nutrition officer.
    • Documents lessons learned in specific technical areas.

    Position Requirements

    • The Nutrition Assistant WILL be based in Borno (Mafa LGAs) and Yobe (Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs) Sates
    • Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, community health or other relevant field.
    • 1-2 years’ work experience in implementing CMAM, IYCF, and other community-based nutrition activities. Experience in MAM treatment using Tom Brown approach is desirable.
    • Master’s degree in relevant fields; Nutrition, Public Health, Community Health will be an added advantage
    • Be proficient in the use of computer applications (Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
    • Have excellent team, project management and representation competencies.
    • Ability to speak local languages in Mafa, Tarmuwa & Fune LGAs will be an added advantage.
    • Have previous NGO experience managing mobilization in different interventions (i.e. CBT, WASH, Nutrition) preferably.
    • Be committed to Action the AHSF’s mission, values, and policies.

    Women are strongly encouraged to Apply

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: albarkahealthspring@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.

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