Iycf Specialist (roster)

IRC (International Rescue Committee)

Promote optimal feeding practices
Assess mother/caregiver wellness
Provide iycf technical guidance
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization working in over 40 countries to help people survive and reclaim their future

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization working in over 40 countries to help people survive and reclaim their future.
  • The IYCF Specialist will promote, protect, and support optimal feeding practices for children under two, assess caregiver wellness, and provide technical guidance on breastfeeding and complementary feeding.
  • This position is for Emergency Roster Placement, with final candidates being contacted when an emergency response arises, and requires proficiency in English and local language is advantageous.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization working in over 40 countries to help people survive and reclaim their future.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Promote optimal feeding practices
  • Assess mother/caregiver wellness
  • Provide IYCF technical guidance
  • Implement behavior change strategies
  • Support health facilities
  • Community mobilization/SBCC

Nice-to-have

  • Solutions-driven change-maker
  • Foster team engagement and inclusion
  • Promote critical reflection and debate

Key Requirements

  • BSc or Master's in Public Health, Nursing or Midwife
  • Minimum three-year postgraduate experience
  • Minimum four-year degree holder experience
  • Two years emergency health & nutrition experience
  • Trained and certified on IYCF, IMAM/CMAM
  • Professional Licenses

Work Rights

Not specified

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