ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
§ Respect the dignity of beneficiaries, carers and members of the community at all times.
§ To participate in the OTP, Supplementary Feeding Program (SFP) distributions and to work in the allocated position for each distribution and participate on hygiene promotion campaigns
§ To ensure accurate anthropometric measurement of each beneficiary
§ Ensure that the recording of the measurements and comments in record books and on beneficiary cards is accurate.
§ Ensure both SFP and OTP foods and medicines are given out according to the protocols.
§ Ensure that each carer receives proper health education at each distribution.
§ Ensure that any severely malnourished are referred to the OTP distribution
§ Ensure the amount of food given to the beneficiaries is in line with the national protocol.
§ Ensure that each carer understands how to prepare FAMIX at home.
§ Assist the team in health and nutrition education and cooking demonstration sessions.
§ Ensure that all equipment and water storage tankers are handled with hygienic manner and with care.
§ Assist the community volunteer (CV) and OTP Nurse where required.
§ Assist in hygiene promotion and sensitization campaigns and any other tasks when required by the OTP Nurse
§ Track and monitor POUWTC are being applied and treated water are used by targeted beneficiaries
§ Generate ideas to strengthen the development of the nutrition unit.
§ Uphold the image and values of MC at all times.
§ Diploma or certificate in health related fields
§ Willingness and ability to perform field works and travel to the remote areas within the sites
§ Ability to interact effectively with the diverse ethnic groups throughout the sites
§ Previous experience in anthropometric measurement and data collection
§ Previous work experience with a non-governmental organization especially Mercy corps in the area of community work.
§ Ability to take initiative and work independently
§ Organized, reliable and good communication skills
§ Ability to read, write and speak English and somali fluently
§ Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a team
§ Ability to work successfully in remote and challenging settings with limited resources
§ Willingness to work with the community
§ High motivation, initiative and adaptability