Ensure observance & respect the dignity of beneficiaries, careers and members of the community at all times.
Management responsibilities depending on the need on ground, ranging from heading IYCF team/s to coaching, gap-filling, etc.
Conduct critical monitoring of all aspects of IYCF-ECD program, and identify areas of concern or problems. Submit workable solutions for any problems found.
Champion on knowledge management by setting up a proper filing system, sharing and application of lessons learned, and expanding use of success stories, and other forms of qualitative data.
Document all processes and outputs of capacity building, coordination and management of activities to ensure experiences and lessons are well documented for future reference.
Serve as a nutrition resource person in the field office.
Ensure smooth integration of program quality and accountability standards into daily works.
Support the recruitment for IYCF_ECD staff in the field level to ensure that IYCF-ECD perspectives are considered.
Set up a program to support appropriate IYCF-ECD within existing structures and services.
Ensure IYCF-E framework is mainstreamed with other sectors e.g. FSL, Health, Child Protection;
Provide training and/or capacity building to ICF_ECD team and to cluster partners to promote consistent good practice.
Advocate for and/or facilitate provision of the most appropriate complementary food for infants (6-24 months).
Advocate for and/or facilitate provision of appropriate nutritional support for pregnant and lactating women in the emergency-affected population.
Establish mechanism(s) to ensure appropriate support for targeted infants who cannot be breastfed due to different reasons.
Design and/or adapt materials for dissemination on appropriate IYCF practices based on context appropriate key messages.
Provide input for proposal writing where necessary;
Prepare situation update reports on IYCF to be included in the situation reports.
Plan and monitor supply and logistics needs for BFS.
Produce weekly, monthly and quarterly progress reports and analyse prevailing trends in the camps.
Lead the development of a referral mechanism and locally feasible communication strategies for referrals among IYCF, health and nutrition programs (Reception centre, SCs, ANC, PNC, GM, etc.).
Represent International Medical Corps at Zonal and camp level sectoral coordination meetings.
Create appropriate links, working procedures and information sharing with ARRA, UNHCR, and other IPs/OPs in the camps.
Conduct performance appraisals for the team under your supervision.
Participate in KAP surveys and other assessments as needed.
Uphold the image and values of IMC at all times.
Report any new developments, problems and challenges encountered in a timely manner to Nutrition unit.
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Job Requirement
QUALIFICATIONS
BSc in Nursing or Public Health (HO) with updated professional license
At least 5 years’ INGO experience
TOT training on IYCF or IYCF-E, MIYCN, AMYCN or related areas is a Mandatory
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Demonstrable commitment to promoting and supporting optimal breastfeeding and complementary feeding
Demonstrable management experience
Experience of implementation programs (nutrition related), including monitoring and evaluation
Experience in conducting assessments and an understanding of nutritional data;
Proven capacity to supervise, train and coach staff;
Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions;
Ability and willingness to frequently travel and stay at the field
Demonstrable ability at report writing and excellent communication skills
Relevant experience in Refugees Camps context is a plus
Good organization skills and multi-tasking ability
Excellent computer skills of Microsoft package
Strong public relation skills and good communication
Positive attitude and collaboration toward other team colleagues