Organization: DanChurchAid (DCA)
Duty Station: Yumbe
Reports to: Nutrition Officer
Number of positions: One (1)
About US:
DanChurchAid (DCA) is a faith-based, non-missionary relief and development organization based in Copenhagen, Denmark and founded in 1922. DCA has supported development and humanitarian programs in Uganda since 1979, working with local partners. DCA is a member of the Action by Churches Together (ACT Alliance). Our key competencies in Uganda are livelihoods and food security, humanitarian response, and civil society. For more information Please visit: https://www.danchurchaid.org/where-we-work/uganda
Job Summary:
The Nutrition Assistant will be a vital part of our team, working directly with local communities to implement nutrition programs and initiatives. The role will involve educating community members about nutrition, conducting assessments, providing support to individuals and families, and collaborating with community leaders and healthcare professionals to address nutrition-related issues effectively.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
- Participate in Setting up clear targeting criteria, Identification, verification of target beneficiaries.
- Act as a liaison between the organization and local communities, building trust and rapport with community members to facilitate effective nutrition programs.
- Closely work with local communities, sub-county nutrition coordination committees, village health teams, and health facilities to effectively roll-out Maternal, Infant, young Child, and Adolescent Nutrition (MIYCAN) guideline, identify and address nutritional challenges and involve community members in the design and implementation of nutrition interventions.
- Organize community meetings and awareness sessions to promote the project’s objectives and opportunities.
- Establish and support care group mothers to effectively promote behavioral change on nutrition, hygiene, and sanitation among their members.
- Lead in delivering nutrition education sessions and workshops to community members, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet, healthy eating habits, and the prevention of malnutrition.
- Provide one-on-one nutrition counselling and support to individuals with specific dietary requirements, health conditions, or those at risk of malnutrition.
- Work with community leaders to mobilize support for nutrition initiatives, engage community members in program planning, and encourage active participation in nutrition-related activities.
- Train target communities, on basic nutrition education, cash transfer for Nutrition, and Financial Literacy.
- Work closely with grass-root healthcare professionals, NGOs, government agencies, and partner organizations to coordinate efforts and leverage resources for maximum impact.
- Regularly collect data to help assess the impact and effectiveness of nutrition project.
- Maintain accurate records of project activities, including progress reports, and case studies to demonstrate program effectiveness and impact.
- Prepare field reports on project activities, including success stories, document achievements, challenges, and lessons learned for project management and stakeholders.
- Facilitate access to financial services, microcredit, and business development resources for beneficiaries.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, horticulture, public health, or a related field.
- At least 3 years proven experience in community engagement, youth development, or related fields.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with diverse stakeholders, mothers, and children.
- Knowledge of the West Nile Region and its social, cultural, and economic context is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of local languages spoken in the West Nile Region, such as Lugbara, Alur, or Madi, is an asset.
- Familiarity with work in refugee settlements, and refugee host-communities is an added advantage.
- Basic Computer skill is required.
How to Apply:
DCA offers a salary package (Salary, Insurance & Pension) in accordance with the experience & DCA Uganda HR Manual. All suitable, qualified, and interested candidates who wish to join the DanChurchAid (DCA) should apply online through this link: National vacancies (danchurchaid.org).
Deadline for Applying: 16th October 2023
DCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of age, race, gender, marital status, religious, political, or ethnic affiliation. DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy. While we appreciate your interest to work with DCA, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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