Health and Nutrition Officer

Are you an experienced professional? SHACDO is hiring a Health and Nutrition Officer in Somalia. This Health/wash sector position calls for a professional with 5 - 6 years of demonstrated expertise. The closing date for this vacancy is Mar, 14. JOB DESCRIPTION HEALTH AND NUTRITION OFFICER - SOMALIAJob Title: Health and Nutrition OfficerReports to: Health and Nutrition CoordinatorJobe No.: SHACDO/HN/001/26Job Location: Wanlaweyn District Lower Shabelle Region, Somalia, with a possibility of movement toother project areas (Afgoye, Mogadishu, Warmahan, etc.)Contract type Fixed term with possibility of extension depending on fund availability.BACKGROUND: Shabelle Community Development organization (SHACDO) is a Humanitarian, Nonprofit and non-governmental organization dedicated to responding to humanitarianemergences through provision of life-saving support mechanisms in partnership withnational and international role players, promoting community resilience, emergencyresponse, peace and stability, advocate against all kinds of violence, initiate long termand short-term development projects. SHACDO prioritizes identifying the mostappropriate targets for their projects where the poorest communities are suffering most.Job Purpose: The Health and Nutrition Officer will be responsible for planning, implementing,monitoring, and reporting on health and nutrition activities in Wanlawayn to ensurequality service delivery in line with national guidelines, donor requirements, projectpriorities and SHACDO standards. He/she will provide & lead technical support to facilitylevel as part of health & Nutrition system strengthening.Main Duties &Responsibilities:Program Implementation Implement health and nutrition activities in line with approved project plans andtargets. Ensure quality delivery of essential primary health care and nutrition services. Support CMAM, IYCF, and community outreach activities as applicable. Conduct regular field supervision and on-the-job mentoring of health andnutrition staff.Coordination and Collaboration Coordinate with relevant government health authorities, partners, andcommunity structures. Participate in health and nutrition coordination meetings at district and regionallevels.2 Stren === Skills & Qualifications === Qualifications andExperienceEducation Bachelor’s degree in public health, Nursing, Nutrition, Medicine, or a related field.Experience Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in health and nutrition programming,preferably with NGOs. Experience working in humanitarian or emergency settings is an addedadvantage. Knowledge and previous familiarity in the target and overall context is essential.Skills and Competencies Strong knowledge of health and nutrition guidelines, standards, and protocols,with the ability to apply them effectively in field implementation. Good report-writing, data analysis, and documentation skills, including the abilityto produce clear weekly, monthly, and narrative reports. Computer literacy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel (dataentry, basic formulas, tables, and summaries), and PowerPoint for reporting andpresentations; familiarity with email, internet-based platforms, and basic datamanagement systems i --- About Somalia --- Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Caafimaad • Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Buuxda • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda

Qualifications andExperienceEducation Bachelor’s degree in public health, Nursing, Nutrition, Medicine, or a related field.Experience Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in health and nutrition programming,preferably with NGOs. Experience working in humanitarian or emergency settings is an addedadvantage. Knowledge and previous familiarity in the target and overall context is essential.Skills and Competencies Strong knowledge of health and nutrition guidelines, standards, and protocols,with the ability to apply them effectively in field implementation. Good report-writing, data analysis, and documentation skills, including the abilityto produce clear weekly, monthly, and narrative reports. Computer literacy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel (dataentry, basic formulas, tables, and summaries), and PowerPoint for reporting andpresentations; familiarity with email, internet-based platforms, and basic datamanagement systems is an added advantage. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, andperform effectively under pressure and in challenging environments. Demonstrated ability to lead and support surveys, conduct rapid Health andNutrition assessments, multi-sectoral humanitarian needs assessments incollaboration with partners. Strong communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills, with the ability towork collaboratively with staff, partners, and community stakeholders. Proficiency in Somali and working knowledge of English, both written andspoken, for effective communication and reporting.

How to Apply Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should submit theirapplications (cover letter, updated CVs and contacts of 3 professional referees) by emailto [email protected] with the subject line “Health and Nutrition Officer –SHACDO/HN/001/26” not later than 14th March 2026. Only shortlisted candidates willbe contacted for interview. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.Candidates from Wanlawayn district and surrounding areas are highly preferred. Apply on [email protected]