Overview

The Nutrition Officer will provide technical support and lead the implementation of nutrition interventions within the project, ensuring alignment with national guidelines and global best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate quality nutrition screening for children under 5.
Supervise outpatient therapeutic programme services.
Deliver counselling sessions on maternal, infant, and young child nutrition.
Work with WASH, health, and child protection teams for integrated service delivery.
Monitor nutrition commodities to prevent stockouts.
Build capacity of local partners and health workers through coaching and training.
Conduct nutrition assessments and surveys.
Engage the community on appropriate nutrition practices.
Support planning, budgeting, and reporting of project activities.
Identify service delivery gaps and recommend improvements.

Requirements

Certificate or Degree in Nursing, Nutrition, Health Sciences, or a related field with post NYSC experience.
Minimum of 3 years experience in humanitarian or development settings.
Strong knowledge of nutrition and health interventions.
Experience working with government health systems.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Fluency in English and at least one major Nigerian language.
Willingness to travel frequently.