The position of Technical Field Officer Health and Nutrition at Youthlink in Mogadishu is now open for applications. With 3 - 4 years of experience required, this position is suited for mid-to-senior level professionals in Health/wash. The closing date for this vacancy is Nov, 16.
Technical Field Officer Health and Nutrition
Duty station
Mogadishu, Somalia |
Duration: 5 months, renewable subject to funding.
Reports to:
Health and Nutrition Officer | Liaises with: Programme Manager.
Direct reports:
Health Facility Supervisors | Field presence: Over 75% of working time.
About the Role
YouthLink Somalia, a local humanitarian NGO working in South and Central Somalia, seeks a Technical Field Officer to oversee integrated health and nutrition services in Banadir, particularly in IDP settlements. The officer will supervise facilities and mobile clinics, strengthen staff capacity and service quality, and support timely responses to rising acute malnutrition caseloads.
Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate health and nutrition implementation, micro-planning and field supervision in line with national protocols, EPHS, WFP standards and donor requirements.
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Provide technical oversight of IMAM services, including OTP and TSFP, and verify safe admission, treatment, referral and discharge practices.
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Strengthen CMAM Surge through caseload monitoring, threshold reviews, preparedness planning and timely coordination of surge responses.
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Validate facility data, analyse health and nutrition indicators, track targets and prepare timely reports to inform programme improvements.
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Train, mentor and assess facility and community staff; support clinical competency assessments, practical job aids and continuous learning.
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Coordinate with health authorities, partners and community leaders; strengthen outreach, inclusive participation, referral pathways and emergency response.
About Mogadishu
Mogadishu, known locally as Muqdisho, is the capital of Somalia and the country's largest city. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The city hosts the headquarters of numerous UN agencies, international NGOs, and government institutions, offering diverse career opportunities for development and humanitarian professionals.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Caafimaad • Shaqo Cusub • Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Muqdisho • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda