IYCF Counsellor (1 position)

A new full time opportunity for a IYCF Counsellor (1 position) has been announced by SRCS in Badhan. The ideal candidate will have 2 - 3 years of professional experience in the Health/wash field. Applications are open until Mar, 10. Don't miss this opportunity. SRCS (Bisha Cas) is seeking a qualified candidates for the following positions;Job Title: IYCF Counsellor (1 position)Grade: Band 3Reporting to: Sub-branch Health Officer.Duty Station: Habasha clinic. Badhan sub-branch office, Sanaag region.Posting Date: March 4, 2026. Posting Expiry Date: March 10, 2026.Contract Type: 1 year, possibly with an extension.Overall job purposeThe role of the IYCF counsellor is to provide technical assistance in infant and young child feeding(IYCF) awareness and ensure appropriate and consistent IYCF messages to mothers and othercaretakers at nutrition services sites.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & Program Implementation To lead group education sessions for mothers and caretakers of children under 2 years old. To provide skilled 1:1 (one-to-one counselling) breastfeeding counselling for mothersexperiencing difficulties in breastfeeding; including supporting the re-lactation. Facilitate and conduct father support and mother support group. Assess mothers and their children to identify specific feeding support needs. Provide Pregnant women with preparatory counselling for breastfeeding and early initiation ofbreastfeeding within one hour (colostrum feeding), to ensure the prevention of pre-lacteal feedsand bottle feeding Provide mothers with practical advice on correct attachment and positioning whenbreastfeeding, timely introduction of complementary foods and respond to any concerns or localtaboos associated with IYCF Advise mothers on the appropriate time to introduce complementary feeding, promote thecontinuation of Breastfeeding up to 2 years old. Educating the mothers on the quality, quantity, and frequency of complementary feeds topromote adequate weight gain. Discourage and educate mothers on the dangers of bottle feeding, and mixed feeding (byexchanging used bottles for cups and spoons, and breastfeeding before 6 months) Counselling the mothers on good maternal nutrition during pregnancy and lacta === Skills & Qualifications === QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Nurse, Midwife, Public health, and nutrition.Required Job Experience and Competencies Minimum 2 years relevant experience in maternal and child health with significantexperience in managing CMAM & IYCF programs. Knowledge of infant and young child feeding practices and a willingness to learn Capacity to keep accurate records of activities and report in a timely manner Ability to make a work plan and direct work independently Has own children/experience of breastfeeding Ability to work collaboratively and as part of the team nutrition team Excellent communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive,and empathize with children and their careers Understanding of local language and culture is mandatory --- About Badhan --- 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): Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Caafimaad • Shaqo Buuxda • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Cusub

QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Nurse, Midwife, Public health, and nutrition.Required Job Experience and Competencies Minimum 2 years relevant experience in maternal and child health with significantexperience in managing CMAM & IYCF programs. Knowledge of infant and young child feeding practices and a willingness to learn Capacity to keep accurate records of activities and report in a timely manner Ability to make a work plan and direct work independently Has own children/experience of breastfeeding Ability to work collaboratively and as part of the team nutrition team Excellent communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive,and empathize with children and their careers Understanding of local language and culture is mandatory

Application process: Interested candidates should complete the Employment Application Formattached to this email as well as an updated Cover letter and email them [email protected] before or on March 10, 2026. Kindly ensure to mention the job title in the subject line of your applicationemail.NB: You must be available to start work as soon as possible and willing to work inall areas under Sanag region. Applications which do not meet the above requirements will not be considered,Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted. Apply on [email protected]