Department: ProgrammeReports to: Community Management of Acute Malnutrition OfficerDuration: 6.5 MonthsLocation: Maiduguri, Borno State Mubi Office, Adamawa StatePurpose:To provide a support on CMAM project in area of measurement, registering sensitization of community and awareness creation.Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in the implementation of CMAM program at Community level
Conduct Screening of malnourished children at the community and facilities
Create awareness and sensitize the community on IYCF activities
Develop weekly and daily work plan for CMAM activities
Provision and distribution of Plumpy Nut to severely malnourished children
Supports the care group promoters in identifying and meeting with Voluntary Lead Mother, Lactating and Pregnant Women on how to address nutritional needs of their babies
Ensure observance and respect the dignity of beneficiaries, care givers and members of the community at all times.
Works together with the care group promoters in identifying volunteers and work closely with them.
Provide a daily and weekly CMAM report to the CMAM officer
Ensure adequate availability of all medical and food supplies and ensure stock is pre-positioned as planned by discussing with logistics
Qualifications and Experience:
SSCE, and at least one (1) year experience in measuring and registering acute malnourished children and PLW.
Knowledge of CMAM and IYCF will be an added advantage.
Excellent communication.
Knowledge of English and Hausa/ Kanuri is Compulsory
Physical Environment and Demands:Travel extensively to work in distant areaLevel of Contact with Children:High contact- the job responsibilities of this position require the post holder to have very frequent contact with children. It is expected that children shall be protected at all times.
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