Nutrition Facilitators (Causal Worker) at Save the Children International

Gaza, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territory -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical nutrition, MUAC screening, Community engagement, Data entry, Infant and young child feeding, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Public health, Nutrition education, Case management, Field implementation, Teamwork, Attention to detail, Flexibility

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged.*** ***This role will be contingent upon securing available funds, and we might use this vacancy to fill more than one post.*** The Opportunity – Nutrition Facilitators. Post location: Gaza Field Office Contract Duration and Level of Effort: Until 15th Oct 2026. ROLE PURPOSE: The Nutrition Facilitator will implement community-based nutrition activities, including facilitating group awareness sessions, conducting MUAC screening for pregnant and lactating women, and identifying, referring, and following up on malnourished cases. The role also supports effective field implementation, contributes to community engagement and communication, and ensures compliance with Save the Children International’s policies and procedures. Based at nutrition sites in informal shelters and primary healthcare facilities, the facilitator will mobilize pregnant and breastfeeding women and children for screening and deliver targeted awareness sessions on nutrition-related topics. SCOPE OF ROLE: Reports to: Nutrition Program Officer. Staff reporting to this post: None. KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Nutrition Sites and outreach within the community. * Conduct MUAC screening for pregnant and breastfeeding women. * Record and maintain accurate daily data related to screening activities. * Identify, refer, and follow up on malnourished pregnant and breastfeeding women enrolled in the Targeted Supplementary Feeding Program (TSFP). * Facilitate IYCF (Infant and Young Child Feeding) awareness sessions for caregivers. * Support the distribution of supplementary feeding supplies. * Provide key messages and guidance to caregivers on the appropriate use of nutrition supplies. * Support client flow at nutrition sites, ensuring services are delivered in a timely, respectful, and dignified manner. * Contribute to other nutrition program activities as required in the field. QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor’s degree in clinical nutrition. * Experience in working with children * Public health, medical, or nutrition background will be appreciated. EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Essential: * Minimum of two years of relevant field experience. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload effectively. * High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in data entry. * Team-oriented, with the ability to collaborate, support colleagues, and work in a multidisciplinary environment. * Flexibility to adapt working hours and coordinate with teams across different sectors. * Basic proficiency in English. Desirable: * Any previous experience in working within the Health & Nutrition programs with NGO,INGOs. Additional job responsibilities The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience. We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions. Application will be reviewed and selected on a rolling basis. Save the Children promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, women and people with different abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Organisation Save the Children works in development and humanitarian contexts with children and partners to help families, communities, and governments identify and use innovations to ensure all children survive, learn, and are protected. We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030: • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday • All children learn from a quality basic education and that, • Violence against children is no longer tolerated We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. Application Information: Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at Search Jobs - SCI Career Site Careers (oraclecloud.com) [https://hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions?keyword=safety&mode=location] We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

Responsibilities

The Nutrition Facilitator implements community-based nutrition activities, including conducting MUAC screenings and facilitating awareness sessions for caregivers. They are responsible for identifying, referring, and following up on malnourished cases while ensuring accurate data maintenance at nutrition sites.