Overview

Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) is seeking qualified professionals for the position of Nutrition Officer to support its Community-Based Nutrition Support Programme in Katsina State.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise Nutrition Assistants and community nutrition activities, including beneficiary screening and follow-up.
Train and mentor Nutrition Assistants, facilitators, Community Nutrition Mobilizers, and Lead Mothers.
Oversee house-to-house screening and growth monitoring of beneficiaries.
Liaise with KSPHCDA and coordinate grain redemption and distribution of Non-Food Items.
Ensure accurate documentation and submit beneficiary lists and monthly reports.
Perform additional tasks as required to support program success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field
2–3 years of experience in community-based nutrition programs
Experience supervising community health workers or nutrition staff
Knowledge of national nutrition guidelines and integrated health-nutrition programming
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic data collection
Fluency in English and Hausa; candidates from target LGAs preferred