Officier Nutrition (h/f)

International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Fada N’Gourma, Burkina Faso
Not specified (potentially field-based in fada n'gourma).
Technical support to health centers
Nutrition program implementation
Health and nutrition education
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Nutrition Officer to provide technical support in health and nutrition services in Fada N’Gourma, Burkina Faso. The role involves working with health center agents to address acute malnutrition, particularly among vulnerable populations, while adhering to national guidelines

Job Summary

  • The Officier Nutrition is responsible for providing continuous technical support to health center agents for the execution of curative, preventive, and promotional health services, as well as the management of acute malnutrition, in compliance with national protocols.
  • Specific responsibilities include conducting curative, preventive, and promotional activities for affected populations, particularly children under 5, pregnant, and postpartum women, and ensuring the quality of care in malnutrition management.
  • The role requires collaboration with health district members, participation in internal and external coordination meetings, and contributing to the analysis of the security and nutritional context in the intervention zone.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Nutrition Officer to provide technical support in health and nutrition services in Fada N’Gourma, Burkina Faso. The role involves working with health center agents to address acute malnutrition, particularly among vulnerable populations, while adhering to national guidelines.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Technical support to health centers
  • Nutrition program implementation
  • Health and nutrition education
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Coordination with health districts

Nice-to-have

  • Solutions-driven change-maker
  • Respectful and inclusive work environment
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Adaptability to unstable security

Key Requirements

  • Over 5 years of experience in nutrition management
  • Minimum 3 years of field experience
  • Experience managing a peripheral health center
  • Motorcycle license and proven riding experience
  • Proficiency in WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, OUTLOOK

Work Rights

Not specified

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