Hygiene Assistant Job at ACF in Katsina

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Position: Hygiene Assistant

Organization: Action Against Hunger Nigeria

Location: Katsina, Katsina State

Department: Programmes – WASH

Employment Type: Full-time

Level: Entry Level

Proposed Start Date: November 2026

Application Deadline: 27 October 2026 at 5:00 PM Nigerian Time

JOB SUMMARY

Action Against Hunger Nigeria is seeking a qualified Hygiene Assistant to support the implementation of hygiene promotion activities and the distribution of non-food items (NFIs) to vulnerable and crisis-affected communities in Katsina State.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conduct rapid needs assessments in affected communities and health facilities.
2. Identify gaps in hygiene, sanitation and access to safe water through household and community visits.
3. Support the development of hygiene promotion materials, training modules and awareness campaigns.
4. Organize hygiene awareness sessions and mobilize communities to adopt safe hygiene practices.
5. Support community training on handwashing, sanitation, latrine construction and environmental cleanliness.
6. Conduct focus group discussions with women and girls to identify suitable locations for WASH facilities.
7. Carry out household censuses and assist with beneficiary selection and registration.
8. Support the distribution of shelter materials, hygiene kits and other non-food items.
9. Prepare weekly activity reports and recommend improvements to programme implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

1. Minimum of a National Diploma (ND) in Public Health or a related health field.
2. Experience in hygiene promotion or community mobilization is an advantage.
3. Fluency in Hausa and English.
4. Good knowledge of the intervention areas and local economy.
5. Strong communication, organizational and community engagement skills.
6. Ability to work in remote areas with limited services and travel regularly.
7. A motivated, responsible, flexible and culturally sensitive attitude.
8. Commitment to Action Against Hunger’s mission, values and policies.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Benefits include 100% healthcare coverage, access to the TalentSoft e-learning platform, maternity or paternity leave, compassionate leave for a hospitalized child, and crèche facilities for babies.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application form through the official recruitment link below.

Application Link

Application Deadline: 27 October 2026 at 5:00 PM Nigerian Time.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Action Against Hunger does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment process. All applicants must answer every question on the application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. Shortlisted candidates will undergo reference and background checks.