Nutrition Field Officer/UPG Field Mobiliser

Integrated Rural Development Society

Integrated Rural Development Society (IRDS) Mahottari is non-political and non-profitable NGO established in 1994 by a group of Terai marginalized group’s activists. Since then, IRDS is fully dedicated to work in humanitarian assistance, community development, livelihood, child well-being, and environmental protection mainly in the Terai region of Nepal through the humanitarian and long-term development projects.

Details / requirements:

Vacancy Announcement

(First Time Published on 25 September 2023)

Integrated Rural Development Society (IRDS) Mahottari is non-political and non-profitable NGO established in 1994 by a group of Terai marginalized group’s activists. Since then, IRDS is fully dedicated to work in humanitarian assistance, community development, livelihood, child well-being, and environmental protection mainly in the Terai region of Nepal through the humanitarian and long-term development projects.

In partnership with World Vision International Nepal, IRDS Mahottari initiate working on “Integrated Nutrition and Resilient Livelihood (INRL)” in two Rural Municipality Ekdara and Samsi Rural Municipality. IRDS Mahottari is seeking qualified, dynamic and motivated Nepali citizens on following positions.

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Positions

Qualification

Key Skills and Knowledge

1.

Nutrition Field Officer

(1)

Bachelor’s degree in Health/Health Education or in any relevant discipline with 2 year of experience in health/nutrition sector

  • Basic knowledge on maternal child health and nutrition
  • General understanding of government policies, priorities, needs and issues related to health and nutrition
  • Carry out key actions on Growth Monitoring Promotion (GMP)
  • Mobilization & supervision of PD hearth volunteer & PD hearth sessions, data entry, follow up and monitoring
  • Mobilization of FCHVs for Health Mothers Group (HMG) and Support Group (SG) meeting
  • Capacity building and mobilization of Citizen Voice and Action (CVA) groups
  • Basic understanding of development approach
  • Good interpersonal skills and maintain good relationship with local government, health facility, PHCORC, and FCHVs
  • Facilitate meeting of FSNSC at Palika/Ward level
  • Good meeting facilitation and documentation skills
  • Presentation skills in different forum and network
  • Monitoring and report writing skills
  • Knowledge around CFLG, NFLG, MSNP mechanism at the local level
  • Computer and Technology literacy; Good computer skills including Word and Excel [preferred]
  • Two-wheeler driving license-[Preferred]
2.

UPG Field Mobiliser

(3-Nos.)

Intermediate in any relevant discipline with at least 2 years of experience on Social Mobilization

  • Understanding of poverty issues, development theories and sustainable development practices and knowledge on child rights  
  • Engage & support to identify UPG HHs through rigorous targeting process
  • Household level coaching and monitoring 
  • Mobilize Savings Group Officer/facilitators and track their progress on Savings Group interventions in respective areas
  • Strong understanding of community dynamics with skills to communicate and build rapport with children and community
  • Strong coordination skills with local level stakeholders (Parents, school management committee, child clubs, health institutions, M/Rural municipality, wards, cooperatives and various community groups) 
  • Knowledge around CP and CFLG/NFLG mechanism at the local level 
  • Latest technology friendly (Use of Smart phones, digital cameras, tablets)
  • Two-wheeler driving license-[Preferred]

Interested candidates who meet these criteria should apply online and mail their (1) Cover Letter, (2) Updated CV including at least recent two references and (3) a scan copy of Nepali Citizenship at vacancy.irds@gmail.com  or directly submit hard copy to our office by 1 October 2023 before 5:00 PM.

Note: Women, Marginalized and Differently Able are highly encouraged to apply for the position. Only the short-listed candidates will be called for written test and an interview. No telephone calls will be entertained.

बेटी पढाउ बेटी बचाऔं । विवाह २० वर्ष पछाडि गरौं । बालविवाह मुक्त समाज निर्माण गरौ ।

Overview

Category Development and Project, Development / NGO
Openings 4
Position Type Full Time
Experience Please check vacancy details.
Education Please check vacancy details
Posted Date 25 Sep, 2023
Apply Before 01 Oct, 2023
City Terai Region, Mahottari