Apply to FINDEF RECRUITMENT IN ZAMFARA STATE
NGO JOB ALERT: FINDEF RECRUITMENT IN ZAMFARA STATE
The Foundation for Integrated Development and Empowerment (FINDEF) is inviting applications from qualified and experienced candidates for two full-time positions to support the implementation of humanitarian programmes in Zamfara State.
The project focuses on strengthening the resilience of vulnerable communities in North-East and North-West Nigeria through integrated, life-saving services, with particular attention to women, children and persons with disabilities.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
- NUTRITION ASSISTANT
Location: Zamfara State
Experience: 1–2 years
Qualification: OND or relevant diploma/certificate
Reports to: Nutrition Officer
Key Responsibilities
Conduct MUAC screenings and other nutrition assessments to identify malnourished children and women.
Refer identified cases of acute malnutrition to appropriate health facilities and treatment centres.
Follow up on referred beneficiaries and monitor their recovery.
Conduct community awareness sessions on Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF), maternal nutrition, hygiene and disease prevention.
Support behaviour change communication activities and community engagement.
Assist with the distribution and monitoring of nutrition supplies, including Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) and micronutrients.
Support supplementary feeding programmes and maintain accurate beneficiary records.
Assist with nutrition data collection, entry, monitoring and reporting.
Support community health workers and volunteers involved in nutrition activities.
Qualifications and Requirements
Diploma or certificate in Nutrition, Nursing, Public Health or a related field.
At least 1–2 years of experience implementing community nutrition or health programmes.
Experience in MUAC screening and community-based nutrition activities is an added advantage.
Knowledge of CMAM, IYCF and other community nutrition approaches.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in rural and hard-to-reach communities with limited supervision.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Knowledge of local languages and culture is an advantage.
- PROGRAM ASSISTANT (PROTECTION)
Location: Zamfara State
Experience: 2–4 years
Qualification: BSc, HND, ND or NCE in Social Sciences or a related field
Reports to: Protection Officer
Key Responsibilities
Identify vulnerable individuals and families and support their access to protection services.
Assist with referrals to case management and psychosocial support services.
Monitor and document protection cases to ensure appropriate follow-up.
Organise community awareness sessions on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and child protection.
Work with community leaders to strengthen community participation and trust.
Maintain accurate protection records, case files and activity reports.
Support protection data collection and analysis, ensuring information is disaggregated by gender, age and disability.
Assist in training community workers and community-based protection network members.
Provide technical support and supervision to community-level case workers.
Support feedback and complaints mechanisms to promote accountability.
Conduct monitoring visits and collect beneficiary feedback on programme implementation.
Qualifications and Requirements
BSc, HND, ND or NCE in Social Sciences or a related discipline.
Minimum of 2 years of INGO experience in Child Protection programmes.
Good understanding of protection issues affecting children, IDPs and conflict-affected communities in North-West Nigeria.
Willingness and ability to travel to field locations.
Proficiency in Hausa and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in data collection, monitoring and reporting.
Strong interpersonal, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to the recruitment email below.
Application Email: jobs@findef.org
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For the first position: Nutrition Assistant
For the second position: Program Assistant (Protection)
IMPORTANT NOTES
FINDEF does not charge applicants any fees at any stage of its recruitment process.
The organisation operates a merit-based recruitment process and does not permit lobbying.
FINDEF maintains zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA). Successful candidates must comply with its Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies.
Any employment offer is subject to funding confirmation.
Application Deadline: Not Specified
