Nutrition Officer at Women, Children’s Health and Community Development (WOCHAD) Initiative

Confidential

Lagos, Nigeria CDI

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Description du poste

## Title: Nutrition Officer

About the Role

A reputable organization seeks a dedicated individual to serve as a Nutrition Officer, promoting maternal, infant, and young child nutrition (MIYCN) and infant and young child feeding (IYCF) best practices across communities.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct community sensitization on MIYCN/IYCF best practices
Lead growth monitoring, MUAC screening, malnutrition referrals, and follow-up activities
Strengthen capacity of CHIPS agents, CHEWs, community volunteers, and facility staff
Document household visits, counselling sessions, referrals, and service uptake
Promote optimal breastfeeding, complementary feeding, and dietary diversity
Conduct facility visits to strengthen the quality of nutrition service delivery
Support nutrition surveillance and routine community data reporting

Required Qualifications

Degree or certificate in Nutrition, Dietetics, Nursing, Food Science, Public Health, or related field
1–2 years' experience in community nutrition or MNCH programs (preferred)
Strong skills in counselling, anthropometry, and community mobilization
Willingness to work in rural communities and travel frequently

Location

Lagos, Nigeria