Plan International was founded over 75 years ago with a mission to promote and protect the rights of children. The organisation was set up by British journalist John Langdon-Davies and refugee worker Eric Muggeridge in 1937, with the original aim to provide food, accommodation and education to children whose lives had been disrupted by the Spanish Civil War. Langdon-Davies conceived the idea of a personal relationship between a child and a sponsor – a model that puts the child at the centre, and remains the core of what we do. Today, Plan International is a global organisation that is active in over 70 countries to advance children’s rights and equality for girls. Who We Are We work with communities around the world to end the cycle of poverty for children. We work with communities around the world to end the cycle of poverty for children. Founded over 70 years ago, Plan is a nearly $800 million organization often ranked among the top 10 international development agencies by reputation, size and scope. We work side-by-side with communities in 50 developing countries to end the cycle of poverty for children, developing solutions to ensure long-term sustainability. Our level of community engagement, long-term outlook and constant focus on the needs and priorities of children is unique among international development organizations. Our solutions are designed up-front to be owned by communities for generations to come and range from clean water and health care programs, to education projects and child protection initiatives. Community by community, Plan works to promise futures that are worthy of all children’s potential. Our Vision Our vision is of a world in which all children realize their full potential in societies that respect people’s rights and dignity. Our Mission Plan strives to achieve lasting improvements in the quality of life of vulnerable children in developing countries by: Enabling children, their families and their communities to meet basic needs and to increase their ability to participate in and benefit from their societies; Fostering relationships to increase understanding and unity among peoples of different cultures and countries; and Promoting the rights and interests of the world’s children.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 3 years
- Location: Adamawa , Yobe
- Job Field: Medical / Healthcare , NGO/Non-Profit
ROLE PURPOSE
- The Nutrition Officer is responsible for overseeing all nutrition activities at designated OTP sites supported by Plan International.
- Overall responsibilities will include day to day supports of nutritional activities in the health facilities, monitoring of activities, preparation and submission of quality reports, coordination with other sectors and government authorities including the MoH, Hospital Management Board and State Primary Healthcare Development Agency.
DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE
- The nutrition officer will lead the implementation of CMAM activities in the LGA by liasing with government ministries, departments and bureaus at the LGA levels.
- S/He will be responsible for ensuring compliance with organizational and statutory policies and regulations and also has the responsibility to ensure compliance with the implementation of emergency/recovery and resilience-focused nutrition responses in line with applicable government policies, guidelines, and procedures.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- In collaboration with other Nutrition program staff, oversee the implementation of the CMAM project in the LGA.
- Working with the support of the Project Coordinator, ensure that Nutrition programs utilize standardized protocols, policies and guidelines, as outlined by the Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) and WHO. Ensure that all Nutrition activities are consistent with international best practices.
- Contribute to the growth of Food Security & Nutrition program in Nigeria through quality implementation of project activities, adequate monitoring and timely reporting as needed, working in conjunction with other colleagues.
- Ensure robust data collection and information management systems are in place for ongoing monitoring of Nutrition program activities
- Participate in the design of rigorous M&E plans and design nutrition information systems
- Work with the Project Coordinator to ensure appropriate use of program resources
- Organize planned trainings for nutrition staff and ensure that FMOH and WHO guidelines are used for all trainings which should be delivered in a quality manner.
- In collaboration with the project team and SPHCDA, organize regular supportive supervision to all supported health facilities, provide mentoring and technical support and appropriate feedback as needed.
- Ensure the availability and use of National CMAM guidelines in all implementation sites, providing mentoring as required to improve compliance.
- Ensure a good working relationship with all stakeholders involved in service provision to supported catchment communities in the LGA.
- Review tasks completed by staff to ensure completion, accuracy, and coherence.
- Carry out individual evaluations with the team.
- Submit weekly, monthly and quarterly reports of activities conducted.
- Respect the dignity of the beneficiaries, caregivers and members of the community
- Perform any other duty that may be assigned from time to time
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a discipline such as Nutrition, Food Science, Nursing, Public Health, or any other relevant discipline, and/or a Diploma in Nursing with at least 3 years of experience in the field of nutrition at the community level.
- Previous experience in a related position for at least 2 years.
- Fluent in written and spoken English and Hausa.
- Commitment to and understanding of PLAN’S aims, values, and principles.
- Applicants from Yobe & Adamawa State are encouraged to apply.
- Females are strongly advised to apply
Desirable:
- Strong communication skills: oral, written, and presentation skills.
- Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution, and ability to deliver PLAN’s strategic objectives.
- Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations
- Facilitate the development and scheduling of volunteer outreach activities
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Plan International on jobs.plan-international.org to apply
