Job Description
We seek a dedicated and skilled Child Health and Nutrition Associate to join our dynamic team. The Child Health and Nutrition Associate will be responsible for developing and implementing the non-profit programs to achieve the organization's mission. This individual will work closely with the executive director/founder of the organization and volunteers.
Responsibilities:
Program Implementation:
- Execute child health and nutrition programs by established guidelines and standards.
- Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective program delivery.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of programs, making data-driven recommendations for improvement.
Community Engagement:
- Engage with local communities to understand their specific child health and nutrition needs.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, organizations, and families.
- Organize and conduct community awareness and education initiatives on child health and nutrition.
Reporting writing:
- Collect, manage, and analyze data related to child health and nutrition programs.
- Prepare regular reports on program activities, progress, and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of program-related information.
Training and Capacity Building:
- Provide training sessions for community members, health workers, and other relevant stakeholders on child health and nutrition topics.
- Build the capacity of local staff and partners to effectively implement and support child health and nutrition initiatives.
Advocacy:
- Advocate for policies and practices that promote child health and nutrition at local, regional, and national levels.
- Represent the organization in relevant forums, conferences, and meetings to advance child health and nutrition agendas.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nutrition, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- 1- 2 years post-NYSC experience
- Proven experience in implementing child health and nutrition programs.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills, collaboration experience, creativity, and willingness to innovate
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural settings.
- Familiarity with community engagement and participatory approaches.
- Commitment to the organization's mission and values.