CARRY OUT BASIC HEALTH CARE (SWABBING, APPLYING LOCAL TREATMENTS, ETC.

Following the rules on hygiene and asepsis.
Inform caretakers on the functioning of the center: lay out, daily activity plan (number and frequency of the meals, medical
visit, weight measurement, etc.) and other general information.
Distribute meals according to medical prescriptions for each patient, ensuring that no other food is given in phase 1 and
maintain hygienic conditions while doing this.
Report on daily basis intakes of the patients under nutritional treatment.
Guides the implementation of PSS programming with a focus on technical aspects and quality assurance through close
Stimulate mothers to breast-feed.
Monitor and report weight and other vital indicators, if necessary, (temperature, heart and respiratory rates) of each patient.
Report the nurse pathologic symptoms such as, apathetic, anorexia, not drinking, vomiting, fever, dehydration, diarrhea, etc.
Apply the correct procedures in the event of a fever (damping down, providing liquids, etc.) or hypothermia (kangaroomethod, survival blanket, etc.).
Supervise drinking water availability in the ward, and ensure it is well identified.
Supervise premises and materials remain clean.
Provide hygienic training and sanitation education to children, mothers and the targeted population.
Prepare RESOMAL.

Position Requirement :

Literacy and sound knowledge on nutrition protocols. Diploma in Community Health preferred.
Minimum 2 year’s professional experience as feeding Assistant.
Prior experience in an INGO is required.
Fluency in spoken and written English (Mandatory)
Analytical and reporting skills
Respect and adherence to protection principles
Capacity to work under pressure, flexibility
Work within the framework of IINTERSOS Nigeria’s core values.
Act as an ambassador for INTERSOS Nigeria, through professionalism and conduct

How to apply

Interested candidates should complete this form and attach their CV with Cover Letter following this format “Surname_ Position you applied for”.

ONLY applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.

Application Deadline: apply no later than Wednesday 26th June, 2024 at 1:00 PM.

INTERSOS is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply”.

INTERSOS does not ask for any form of payment at any stage of recruitment. Applications are processed according to the order of arrival. INTERSOS reserves the right to close the offer before the term initially expressed in the advert if an applicant is accepted.

INTERSOS has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote.