Baidoa-based SRCS is looking to fill the role of IYCF Counsellor (1 position). The role requires a skilled individual with 2 - 3 years of experience in Health/wash or a related field. The application deadline is May, 09 — early applications are encouraged.
Job Grade:
Band 3
Department:
Nutrition
Location
Baidoa
Reports To:
Functionally Head Nurse
Direct Reports:
Technically TSFP Nurse
Overall, Job Purpose:
The 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 other caretakers at nutrition services sites
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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To lead group education sessions for mothers and caretakers of children under 2 years old.
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To provide skilled 1:1 (one-to-one counselling) breastfeeding counselling for mothers experiencing difficulties in breastfeeding; including supporting the re-lactation.
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Facilitate and conduct father support and mother support group.
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Assess mothers and their children to identify specific feeding support needs.
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Provide Pregnant women with preparatory counselling for breastfeeding and early initiation of breastfeeding within one hour (colostrum feeding), to ensure the prevention of pre-lacteal feeds and bottle feeding
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Provide mothers with practical advice on correct attachment and positioning when breastfeeding, timely introduction of complementary foods and respond to any concerns or local taboos associated with IYCF
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Advise mothers on the appropriate time to introduce complementary feeding, promote the continuation of Breastfeeding up to 2 years old.
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Educating the mothers on the quality, quantity, and frequency of complementary feeds to promote adequate weight gain.
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Discourage and educate mothers on the dangers of bottle feeding, and mixed feeding (by exchanging used bottles for cups and spoons, and breastfeeding before 6 months)
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Counselling the mothers on good maternal nutrition during pregnancy and lactation.
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Follow up with the mothers/caretakers who have already received one-to-one counselling and do home visits when required.
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Closely work with the TSFP/OTP nurses, TSFP PLW Auxiliary nurse and ANC/PNC responsible person.
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Keep a register of mothers and children attending education sessions and receiving skilled assessment and support.
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Responsible for all IYCF activities at the clinic level
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The IYCF nurse should be flexible and adaptable with regard to the implementation of daily work/activities.
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She Collects and compiles the IYCF reports and submits to the Head Nurse
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Timely submission of weekly and Monthly IYCF reports to the head.
About Baidoa
Baidoa is the interim capital of the South West State of Somalia. The city is strategically important for humanitarian operations and has a significant presence of international and local organizations working on food security, health, and livelihood programs. It offers opportunities for professionals in the humanitarian and development sectors.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Caafimaad • Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Baydhabo • Shaqo Cusub