Posted on: Mon 24-03-2025

At Widows Mite Reach Out Foundation (WIMROF), our name is inspired by the biblical story of the widow who gave her all, embodying the spirit of generosity and selflessness. Just as the widow offered her choicest gift, we dedicate ourselves fully to improving the quality of life for the underprivileged. Our foundation goes beyond focusing on widows, extending our reach to all vulnerable, underserved, and marginalized communities.

 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: Nutrition Officer

Location: Kano

Job Type: Full-time

 

Role Overview

 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nutrition Program Officer to lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of WIMROF's nutrition-focused initiatives.

The successful candidate will play a key role in improving the health and well-being of underserved communities by developing and delivering targeted nutrition programs.

This includes working closely with the programs and health teams to promote sustainable nutrition practices and ensure measurable impact.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement nutrition programs that address the specific needs of target communities.
• Conduct assessments to identify nutritional gaps and develop intervention strategies.
• Provide technical guidance on nutrition-related issues to WIMROF staff and stakeholders.
• Develop educational materials and organize training sessions on healthy eating and nutrition.
• Collaborate with the health and program teams to integrate nutrition into broader health initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate program impact through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Liaise with community leaders and stakeholders to promote program acceptance and participation.
• Prepare program reports for internal use and donor reporting.
• Stay updated on global best practices and guidelines related to nutrition and health.

 

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing and implementing nutrition programs.
• Strong knowledge of community-based nutrition strategies and interventions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data and produce clear, actionable reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with underserved communities is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.

 

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

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