About the Role
Action Against Hunger | ACF Nigeria LTD/GTE, a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger, is seeking a dedicated Nutrition and Health Assistant to join our team in Sokoto. In this role, you will support the implementation of community-based nutrition and health programs, focusing on beneficiary mobilization, accurate data collection, and comprehensive reporting. Working closely with our nutrition team and local stakeholders, you will contribute directly to enhancing program quality and community impact.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain and regularly update the database of all Porridge Mum beneficiaries.
- Collaborate with community structures to implement Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) activities, cooking demonstrations, MUAC screenings, and hygiene promotion.
- Participate in vendor sensitization meetings and mobilize beneficiaries during disbursements.
- Oversee constructed Porridge Mum kitchens to ensure proper maintenance and utilization.
- Document all referrals and follow-up information for children with Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) using approved tools.
- Support the Monitoring and Evaluation team in data collection for screenings, PDMs, and KAP surveys.
- Supervise routine MUAC screenings conducted by Community Nutrition Mobilizers (CNMs) and CHIPS agents.
- Prepare and submit accurate weekly and monthly activity reports.
- Diploma in Public Health, Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in community-level nutrition programming.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and observation skills.
- Fluency in written and spoken English, Hausa, and Kanuri.
- High flexibility, resilience, and a strong commitment to Action Against Hunger values and principles.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive medical coverage.
- Meaningful work contributing to life-saving humanitarian missions in Nigeria.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning within a global organization.