FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: Technical Officer, Nutrition - Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF)

 

Location: Maiduguri, Borno

Supervisor: Nutrition Coordinator

Project Description

Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These internally displaced persons (IDPs) are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis. 

FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Nutrition, Health and Protection interventions

 

Basic Function

The position will support the collective response in operationalization of the Infant and Young Child Feeding Emergency (IYCF-E) Response Strategy for FHI 360 Integrated Humanitarian Assistance for Northeast Nigeria II project (IHANN II). Under the Supervision of the Nutrition Coordinator, he/she will support the nutrition sector to deliver quality and timely Infant & Young Child feeding in emergencies (IYCF-E).

The incumbent will work together, guide and lead FHI 360 nutrition staff in IYCF-E response.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Assessment and Analysis of IYCF Response and IYCF in Programme Design:

Conduct IYCF assessment/survey in IDP camps and other areas; identify gaps and bottlenecks to optimum IYCF uptake and assess the appropriateness and effectiveness of the current IYCF response strategy.

Lead the validation of IYCF assessment and survey and develop plan of action to address identified gaps.

Advocate for the inclusion of IYCF-E indicators in multi-sectorial assessments through engagement with various sectors such as protection, WASH, Health and Education.

 

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Public Health or related field with 5 to 7 years relevant experience.

Or MPH or MS in Human Nutrition, or related field with 3 to 5 years relevant experience.

At least three years substantial experience in Nutrition or public health programme.

Experience working with a humanitarian or emergency setting is required.

 

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

Knowledge of Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) programming with emphasis on Infant Feeding in Emergency (IFE).

Experience in policies and legislations on the code of marketing of Breast Milk Substitute and sphere.

Excellent knowledge of Social and Behavioural Change Communication (SBCC), Social marketing, Health education & promotion.

Extensive knowledge and understanding of Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices.

 

Remuneration

The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

 

Core benefits:

 

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.

 

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

 

Note: The above job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.