The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers emergency aid and long-term assistance to refugees and those displaced by war, persecution or natural disaster. The IRC is currently working in over 40 countries.
Understanding the role as a nurse
Under the supervision of the Nutrition Manager, the OTP Nurse Assistant will be responsible for all OCHA projects in his/her Local Government Area and is expected to ensure integrity, high level transparency and commitment in the implementation of the project. He or she is responsible for overseeing all nutrition activities for IRC supported OTPs/stabilization center (SC) in assigned LGA of Sokoto and katsina state. The Nutrition OTP Nurse Assistant will oversee and supervise supported SMOH OTPs/SC staff/CNMs and reports to the Nutrition Manager.
Location: Katsina
Major Responsibilities
Support planning and implementing the project activities and outputs at the field level to ensure the project achieves its objective of improving access to quality Nutrition services.
Track the performance of the project activities and against targeted expected results and advise on implementation process to ensure the project is progressing towards attaining its targets in each LGA.
Ensure quality and timely identification and treatment of medical complications associated with malnutrition in OTP/SC in liaison with the other clinical services. Give and advice on the referral these children to the nearest SC on good time after necessary first aid is given.
Supervise and coordinate the strict patient management of children in the OTP/SC and ensure the laid protocols are followed.
Participate in daily operations at the OTP/SC with the medical team at the PHC/SC.
Strictly monitor and record the vital signs as required and act on any deviation from the Normal and give all the support required.
Escort patients to other referral facilities when necessary.
improvement of the MIYCN program in the OTP/SC and ensure mothers establish breastfeeding well and counsel them at the OTP corners on best nutrition practices.
Monitor therapeutic Feeds (RUTF), Therapeutic Milk, ReSoMal and ensure that clients get them as required.
Conduct periodic analysis of progress of the project at the LGA level and promote learning and sharing of best practices and lessons learnt through documentation.
Identifying program gaps in the supported OTP/SC services with immediate solution for further necessary steps to address those gaps with possible support from the manager.
Provide capacity building and on-the-job coaching to Facility staff in IMAM services including MIYCF best practices in supported facilities.
Support proper Nutrition data collection and recording in the IRC supported OTP/SC units and support the compilation of data and generation of quality Nutrition reports on a regular and timely manner.
Support health facility-level reporting to SMOHs through LGA health authorities especially the HMIS.
In line with the communication strategies of the consortium, ensure visibility of the project and project strategies at field level.
Support collection of stories and photographs that demonstrate the positive impact of the project.
Monitor the performance of each supported OTP facilities with regular visits to the LGA health office, health facilities and communities.
Create an enabling environment to promote information sharing, partnerships and cordial relationship between community, government structures and target communities where the project works
Collaborate with other relevant sectors especially Environmental Health, as well as Health, Women Protection & Empowerment, and Child Protection to ensure holistic service package is available in response to the needs.
Work with the field-based nutrition staff and community Nutrition Mobilizers to establish, implement and monitor community-based management of acute malnutrition activities, coupled with patient follow up, referrals and Health education for their better management at community level.
Routinely monitor staff performance according to their job description and provide written feedback in a timely manner.
Education
BNSC or Diploma in Nursing/ Midwifery with strong nutrition background.
Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria
Work Experience
At least 2 years’ experience in managing and implementing Nutrition programs OTP/SC.
Flexible, diplomatic and have the ability and willingness to live and work under pressure of workloads.
Able to lead a team and experience in staff management.
Good in using Microsoft package.
Ability to work with displaced communities with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
How to Apply for this role
Method of ApplicationInterested and qualified Go to International Rescue Committee (IRC) to apply
I will like to be part of this job.i have Bsc nursing from Gezira collage of medical science and technology Sudan I’m second specialist nurse at ICU and nursery which I worked at Aliya socialist hospital in Sudan for 2 years and I recently finished my one year internship program at general hospital Daura
I have diploma in nutrition and dietetics and I want to implement nutrition programs
I am very interested in this role. I have experience in nutrition programs such as OTP/SC, team management, and working with diverse communities. I am hardworking, adaptable, and proficient in Microsoft Office tools. I look forward to contributing my skills to your organization.
“I am very interested in this role. I have experience in nutrition programs such as OTP/SC, team management, and working with diverse communities. I am hardworking, adaptable, and proficient in Microsoft Office tools. I look forward to contributing my skills to your organization.”
I will like to work with u thnk u
A registered nurse
You didn’t provide any means to apply here
I have interest in this role. If given the opportunity to leverage my skills and vast experience, I will contribute positively to your great team. I have almost four years of experience working with NGOs in a nutrition program. I have the required skills and qualifications needed for the post. I graduated from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
“I am very interested in this role. I have experience in nutrition programs such as OTP/SC, team management, and working with diverse communities. I am hardworking, adaptable, and proficient in Microsoft Office tools. I look forward to contributing my skills to your organization, Thank you.
Thank you for the update
I will like to work with you then I’m so happy thanks you
I am a registered nurse and I will like to work with you
“I am deeply passionate about supporting communities in need and would be honored to be part of your team. I am committed to working hard and making a meaningful difference.”
I am very interested in this role. I have experience in nutrition programs such as OTP/SC, team management, and working with diverse communities. I am hardworking, adaptable, and proficient in Microsoft Office tools. I look forward to contributing my skills to your organization.
Am a register nurse i will to work with you
Am register nurse i will like to work with you
A very interesting project that will help alleviate nutritional problems ,I will like to participate thank you
Am a register nurse i will be happy if i work with you
I’m a register nutrition and dietities I will need work with you
I’m a register nurse I really need work with you
I will like to work with you thank you.