Nutrition MIYCN Assistant

About the role

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a Nutrition MIYCN Assistant to support nutrition outreach and therapeutic programs in Borno State, Nigeria. Working closely with the Nutrition Officer and health facility staff, you will help implement CMAM, SFP, and other community‑based nutrition activities for vulnerable children and mothers.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with the nutrition officer to deliver CMAM, outreach, MIYCN, and SFP activities in MMC, Jere, Magumeri, and Konduga.
• Develop work plans with health facility staff and coordinate outreach with Ministry of Health teams.
• Train, supervise, and support Community Health Volunteers, MTMSG, and MTMC on routine MUAC screening and referral of SAM children.
• Identify and train community members for active case finding, referral, and defaulter tracing.
• Ensure program implementation follows IRC policies, including admission, discharge, and transfer protocols.
• Review health facility forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor medical and therapeutic supply levels, coordinate with supply chain, and report any discrepancies.

Required profile

• Experience working in nutrition programs, especially CMAM and community outreach.
• Ability to work with health facility staff, Ministry of Health officials, and community volunteers.
• Strong understanding of SAM screening, MUAC measurement, and referral processes.
• Commitment to adhering to IRC policies and humanitarian standards.

Required skills

• CMAM program implementation
• MUAC screening and SAM case management
• Community health volunteer training
• Supply chain coordination for therapeutic supplies