About this role
Health and Nutrition Assistant
Summary
The Health and Nutrition Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the planning, execution, and evaluation of primary health care and public health initiatives within humanitarian and development contexts. This position is essential for maintaining the quality of health services, driving disease prevention efforts, and promoting community well-being among vulnerable populations. The assistant works closely with the team to ensure effective health monitoring and the successful delivery of essential care programs.
Responsibilities
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Assist in conducting health needs assessments, outbreak investigations, and disease surveillance while collecting and analyzing relevant health data.
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Support the planning and supervision of clinic and mobile health activities, with a focus on maternal and child health, immunization, and nutrition integration.
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Facilitate coordination with health authorities, partner organizations, and sector clusters to represent the team in health coordination meetings.
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Provide training, mentorship, and on-the-job support to health staff, community health workers, and volunteers.
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Help manage medical supplies, monitor inventory levels, and ensure the proper handling of essential medicines and cold chain logistics.
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Implement community health promotion campaigns, hygiene education, and disease prevention initiatives.
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Monitor project indicators, prepare timely reports, and maintain strict data confidentiality and accuracy.
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Ensure all activities adhere to national protocols, WHO standards, Sphere guidelines, and infection prevention and control measures.
Requirements
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Requirements:
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Possess a degree or diploma in Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field, with a clinical license being preferred.
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Have at least two years of experience in health programs, preferably within NGOs or humanitarian settings.
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Demonstrate knowledge of primary health care, epidemiology, surveillance systems, and health information management.
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Exhibit strong communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and report-writing capabilities.
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Show the ability to work effectively under pressure, travel to remote locations, and respect local cultural norms.
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Be fluent in English and the local language, with additional project management or public health certifications considered advantageous.