Job Description
Somali Regional State Of Ethiopia-based Medical Teams International is looking to fill the role of Nutrition Supervisor. The successful candidate will bring strong Health/wash experience spanning at least 2 - 3 years. Applications are open until Apr, 28. Don't miss this opportunity.
JOB SUMMARY
The Nutrition Supervisor contributes to the calling of Medical Teams by ensuring quality nutrition services for vulnerable refugee and host populations in Medical Teams operations in Ethiopia. This position will be responsible for providing support to healthcare centres, health posts, and communities in the project areas, ensuring effective implementation and delivery of nutrition services
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in asessing, analyzing, documenting and reporting on the nutrition situation and prevailing trends within the community.
Support the promotion of gender equity and equality at each level of nutrition activity implementation.
Coordinate with Health Extension Workers (HEWs) and other health professionals for effective, sustainable, and efficient nutrition interventions.
Provide Woreda-level basic CMAM (Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition) and IYCF (Infant and Young Child Feeding) training to HEWs and other health professionals.
Offer technical support to Ministry of Health (MoH) staff on the management of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and IYCF.
Provide treatment for OTP/SC/TSFP beneficiaries based on national/international protocols and standards.
Provide technical support throughout the screening process, from admission to discharge, for malnourished children under five years old and uncomplicated SAM cases.
Supervise the performance of CMAM and IYCF activities to ensure proper implementation.
Supervise the admission of patients to TFP (Therapeutic Feeding Program) and SFP (Supplementary Feeding Program) as well as referral between programs.
Support the treatment and progress of patients, ensuring adherence to current treatment protocols.
Ensure that necessary documents, such as cards and registration books, are filled and maintained properly.
Supervise and support the implementation of CMAM and IYCF activities in all targeted facilities at the Woreda/camp level.
Ensure that CMAM cover
=== Skills & Qualifications ===
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
Required:-
BSC Degree in Nursing or Health Officer or Nutrition
Valid professional licence
TOT on 2019 National AM management protocol
EXPERIENCE
At least 2 years’ experience working at a PHC. 1 years’ experience managing operation of Nutrition services within NGO.
Experience working with INGOs is an added advantage
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of development & humanitarian issues and concepts
Fluent spoken and written Amharic and English.
Strong interpersonal and team skills
Proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations
Excellent communicator
Negotiation and representation skills
Analytical and problem-solving Computer literate, able to work efficiently in Microsoft office on standard or mobile platforms.
SKILLS
Humanitarian motivation
Emotionally and spiritually mature
Team player – practical, desire to support the field teams.
Willingness to pitch in and get the job done
Under
--- About Somali Regional State Of Ethiopia ---
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 • Shaqo Buuxda • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Caafimaad • Shaqo Cusub
Qualifications & Requirements
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
Required:-
BSC Degree in Nursing or Health Officer or Nutrition
Valid professional licence
TOT on 2019 National AM management protocol
EXPERIENCE
At least 2 years’ experience working at a PHC. 1 years’ experience managing operation of Nutrition services within NGO.
Experience working with INGOs is an added advantage
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of development & humanitarian issues and concepts
Fluent spoken and written Amharic and English.
Strong interpersonal and team skills
Proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations
Excellent communicator
Negotiation and representation skills
Analytical and problem-solving Computer literate, able to work efficiently in Microsoft office on standard or mobile platforms.
SKILLS
Humanitarian motivation
Emotionally and spiritually mature
Team player – practical, desire to support the field teams.
Willingness to pitch in and get the job done
Understanding and sensitivity to cross cultural issues
Flexible and adaptable to ever changing environments
Integrity in representing Medical Teams Willing to travel to insecure environments
ABILITIES
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to adapt to a changing environment
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Able to build new relationships and gain people’s trust quickly
Ability to embrace and promote MTI’s mission and vision
Ability to uphold and exemplify the organization’s core values
Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner to donors, volunteers, and the public
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent use of a pe
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