Terms of Reference
Department      : Programs.
Location            : (1) in Aldhalea district, Aldhalea IRG Gov, (1) in Qataba & Juban , Aldhalea AA  Gov and (1) in Beit Al-faqih Al-hudydah Gov.
Reporting to    : Project Manager.

Organization & Background
YFCA is a leading, Humanitarian, non-Governmental, non-Profit, non-denominational and impartial Organization established in 1976 to improve woman and child health.  Dramatic changes in YFCA mandate were introduced gradually to accommodate the emerging needs of women, children, youth and vulnerable groups.  From that Health perspective, YFCA programs incorporate wider thematic interventions including WASH, Shelter, and Nutrition, Food Security, Agriculture and Livelihood, Education, Early Recovery and Protection. To pursue its unchanging humanitarian mission, YFCA will thoughtfully continue its expansion process to respond to the ever-changing needs of affected communities and vulnerable groups.

Job Purpose:
The Field Nutrition supervisor is responsible for the oversight, development, and management of the program as well as human resources, finance, logistics, administration, security, representation and advocacy in the designated field area. S/he will work under the supervision of the Project Manager. In fulfilling his/her responsibilities, s/he will work with other senior managers to ensure that the programs are carried out in line. S/He is responsible for carrying out field work to mobilize communities, monitor activities and provide support to project management and other team members for the effective and efficient implementation of the project's activities. He/she will also be responsible for monitoring of project staff performance on the field level as well as reporting of activities.
 

Key Responsibilities:
Program Planning and Implementation

• Ensure all project activities are implemented based on the program objectives and Standards of CMAM protocols and guidelines.
• Work closely with the organization district field staff to ensure smooth implementation of CAMAM activities (Severe Acute Malnutrition, Moderate Acute Malnutrition, and Therapeutic Feeding Centers), timely registration of project beneficiaries and issuance of proper project identification documents.
• Regular technical support to HWs and CHVs in implementation and reporting of CMAM activities in all the targeted health facilities and food distribution points.
• Ensure all project activities are conducted in a timely fashion to meet project objectives without any delay.
• Ensure that all monthly distribution reports are submitted in a timely manner.
• Monitor the quality of the program by conducting regular supervisory visits, on job trainings, use of Quality Improvement Verification Checklists, and mentoring of project staff.
• Facilitate in implementing the nutrition status improvement activities at the district and subdistrict levels.
• Coordinate with the governmental health office (GHO), district health offices (DHOs), and local authorities to implement the project activities and obtain the necessary permits.
• Supervise the distribution of supplementary food to children under 5 years and Pregnant and Lactating Women (PLW) as per the CMAM guidelines at the HF and community levels.
• Regular reports to the supervisor.
• Any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

 
Monitoring, Reporting and Information Management

• Support in monitoring the implementation of CMAM activities at various levels (health facility, community, and CHNVs) in coordination with MEAL department.
• Maintain a record of all the activities that take place in the district, as well as ensure a proper database is maintained on activities progress, lessons learned and best practices.
• Coordinate with MEAL staff and provide them with all required information and assistance to facilitate the monitoring process at the level of HFs and FDPs.

 
Other Responsibilities

• Provide support in ensuring the issues of protection, accountability, and gender equality, disability, and social inclusion (GEDSI) are mainstreamed across the organization-supported activities.
• Undertake other general responsibilities relevant to implementing the activities as assigned by the supervisor.

 
Safeguarding:

• Read, understand, and adhere to the organization’s Safeguarding Policy, sign the organization’s Code of Conduct, and strive to promote a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, harassment, and abuse in all working environments.
• Report any concerns about the well-being of a child or vulnerable person and report any concerns about the behavior of the organization’s representative in relation to safeguarding.

Qualifications, Experience, & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Community Health, Food Science and Technology, Development Studies, Sociology or any other related field.
• At least 2 Years of experience in a similar or related position.
• Very good written and oral communication skills, in English and Arab, including the ability to prepare quality reports, formulate positions on sensitive issues and defend them before the authorities.
• Must have good organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks.
• Excellent Computer knowledge – Microsoft office programs and relevant nutrition database.
• Ability to multi-task, handle pressure well, flexibility, adaptability to transition and take decisions.
• Proven ability in conflict resolution.
• Excellent coordination, reporting and presentation skills.
• Initiative and ability to follow up on issues.
• Excellent skills in monitoring implementation of program activities.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to field sites.

 
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CVs to hr@yfca.ngo, by 10 Sep 2024 at the latest, mentioning the job title in the subject line. Emails without such an indication will not be considered.
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.