Nutrition Assistant Research and Policy Analyst

He/she will be responsible for day to day data compilation.
Nutrition Assistant Job Key Responsibilities
Implementation of the emergency nutrition response in the selected location while ensuring adherence to the stipulated protocol
Implementation of outpatient therapeutic program of severely acute malnourished children under fives.Implementation of supplementary feeding of the moderately malnourished under-fives ,pregnant and Lactating women
Implement comprehensive Maternal Infant and young Child nutrition and Baby friendly community initiatives(BFCI) approaches
Support capacity building and OJT for MOH staff and CHWs through identification of capacity gaps and carrying out refresher trainings.
Monitor and review nutrition supplies and equipment movements such as deliveries, storage, transport and utilization at thesite level
Offer nutrition support through counselling to individuals with medical complications including comprehensive care clinic clients
Conduct Mass screening for children under-fives regularly in collaboration with community health volunteers.
Compile and submit donor and IRC Nutrition program weekly, biweekly and monthly report of all activities implemented.
Liaise with supply Chain Department in logistical program supplies, procurement and monitor supply controlSupport MOH on DQAs
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications for the Nutrition Assistant Job
Hold a Certificate in Food Nutrition and dietetics from recognized institution
Must be registered with KNDI.
At least 1years experience within an INGO in
Experience of Maternal infant and young child nutrition with strong BFHI/BFCI approaches
Experience in nutrition survey and assessment
Proven analytical, communication/ negotiation skills and
Experience in report writing and excellent computer skills
Ability to work in hardship areas(previous experience in a camp setting will be an added advantage)
Flexible and positive personality.
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