Nutrition Volunteer

Save the Slum Initiative is a non-governmental organization with registration CAC/IT/NO 139240, STSI was founded in 2016 and is committed to responding to current needs to improve the life of people living in slums and local communities across Nigeria. STSI envisions improving the living standards of vulnerable persons and communities and our overall aim is to work with urban poor to bring about long-term and sustainable transformation to their quality of life and to also provide better community-based healthcare and empowerment education and environmental improvement to all communities that will serve. We intervene in various sectors like WASH, Education, Protection, Nutrition, Health, and Livelihood of humanitarian sectors and community development projects. Since its inception in 2016, STSI have implemented in over 16 States in Nigeria and other African States. We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nutrition Volunteer

Location: Maiduguri, Borno (with field visits to communities and IDP camps)

Employment Type: Volunteer (unpaid) Duration: Six (6) months with possibility of extension

Reports to: Nutrition Officer Key responsibilities Support community nutrition screening using MUAC for children under five and pregnant and lactating women. Conduct sensitization on infant and young child feeding (IYCF) and dietary diversity. Support referral and follow-up of malnourished children to OTP/TSFP sites. Keep accurate screening and referral records.

Qualifications

OND / HND / B.Sc Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, Public Health, Nursing, Community Health or a related field. General

Requirements

Must be a resident of Borno State. Fluency in English; ability to speak Hausa and/or Kanuri is required for WASH, Protection and Nutrition roles. Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and email). Willingness to work in communities and IDP camps when required. Good interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work in a team. Understanding of humanitarian principles is an advantage. Fresh graduates and NYSC members are encouraged to apply. Previous volunteer or field experience is an added advantage. Safeguarding and Equal Opportunity: STSI is committed to safeguarding the people we work with and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. Selected candidates will be expected to sign and abide by STSI's Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy, and reference checks will be carried out. STSI is an equal opportunity organization. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Fraud Notice: STSI does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, training or placement). Anyone requesting payment in STSI's name should be reported to [email protected]. What We Offer Hands-on experience in humanitarian and development programming. On-the-job training, mentoring and capacity building. The opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in vulnerable communities. These are unpaid volunteer positions. A stipend may be considered when funded projects become available.