Nutrition and Disease Surveillance Officer at Sahei Gender Development Initiative

We are looking for a qualified candidate to fill this position. Location: Gujba and Nguru LGAs, Yobe State, Nigeria Reports to: Nutrition Focal Person Department: Health and Nutrition About the Role Position Summary The Nutrition and Disease Surveillance Officer will play a critical role in the planning, coordination, and implementation of nutrition and disease surveillance activities across Gujba and Nguru LGAs. Working closely with the Nutrition Focal Person and the LGA Disease Surveillance and Notification Officer (DSNO), the officer will ensure effective delivery of lifesaving and preventive nutrition interventions, with a strong focus on community engagement, case management, and data-driven decision-making. The position will lead community-based surveillance, screening, referral, and follow-up of malnutrition cases through CMAM, IYCF, and micronutrient supplementation programs. The officer will also promote positive nutrition, health, and hygiene behaviours at the household and community levels to sustain long-term health outcomes. Key Responsibilities Position Summary

• The Nutrition and Disease Surveillance Officer will play a critical role in the planning, coordination, and implementation of nutrition and disease surveillance activities across Gujba and Nguru LGAs. Working closely with the Nutrition Focal Person and the LGA Disease Surveillance and Notification Officer (DSNO), the officer will ensure effective delivery of lifesaving and preventive nutrition interventions, with a strong focus on community engagement, case management, and data-driven decision-making.

• The position will lead community-based surveillance, screening, referral, and follow-up of malnutrition cases through CMAM, IYCF, and micronutrient supplementation programs. The officer will also promote positive nutrition, health, and hygiene behaviours at the household and community levels to sustain long-term health outcomes.

 Key Responsibilities

• A. Program Implementation and Coordination.

• Plan and implement nutrition and disease surveillance activities in target communities in coordination with the Nutrition FP and LGA DSNO.

• Conduct regular community-based screening of children under five, pregnant and lactating women (PLWs), and other vulnerable groups.

• Facilitate referrals and follow-ups of malnutrition cases to health facilities and CMAM sites.

• Support IYCF counselling, micronutrient supplementation, and deworming activities in line with national protocols.

• Lead the establishment and functioning of community surveillance task forces.

• Collaborate with health facility staff and community structures to strengthen the continuum of care and case tracking.

• B. Surveillance and Data Management

• Conduct routine surveillance for nutrition-related diseases ...