Apply to FINDEF RECRUITMENT IN ZAMFARA STATE
NGO JOB VACANCIES: FINDEF RECRUITMENT IN ZAMFARA STATE
The Foundation for Integrated Development and Empowerment (FINDEF) invites applications from qualified, dynamic, and experienced candidates for two (2) full-time positions to support the implementation of critical humanitarian programs in Zamfara State, Nigeria.
🌟 ABOUT THE PROJECT
This initiative focuses on strengthening the resilience of vulnerable communities across North-East and North-West Nigeria through integrated, life-saving services. Particular attention is given to women, children, and persons with disabilities living in conflict-affected regions.
📋 OPEN POSITIONS
1. Nutrition Assistant
Location: Zamfara State
Experience Required: 1–2 years
Education Requirement: OND or relevant Diploma/Certificate
Reports To: Nutrition Officer
Key Responsibilities
Assessments & Screenings: Conduct Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) screenings and nutrition assessments to identify malnourished children and women.
Referrals & Follow-Up: Refer acute malnutrition cases to appropriate health facilities/treatment centers and monitor recovery progress.
Community Education: Facilitate community awareness sessions on Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF), maternal nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
Community Engagement: Support behavior change communication (BCC) activities and ongoing community mobilization.
Supply Distribution: Assist in distributing and monitoring essential nutrition supplies, including Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) and micronutrients.
Program Support & Reporting: Maintain accurate beneficiary records, assist with data collection and entry, and support supplementary feeding programs.
Capacity Building: Provide operational support to community health workers and volunteers.
Qualifications & Requirements
Diploma or Certificate in Nutrition, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field.
Minimum of 1–2 years of hands-on experience in community nutrition or health projects.
Demonstrated experience with MUAC screening and community-based nutrition interventions is an added advantage.
Practical understanding of CMAM, IYCF, and standard community nutrition approaches.
Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel).
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in rural, hard-to-reach field locations with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in local languages and familiarity with local customs is highly desirable.
2. Program Assistant (Protection)
Location: Zamfara State
Experience Required: 2–4 years
Education Requirement: BSc, HND, ND, or NCE in Social Sciences or a related field
Reports To: Protection Officer
Key Responsibilities
Case Identification & Referral: Identify vulnerable individuals and families; assist with referrals to case management and psychosocial support services.
Case Monitoring: Track and document protection cases to ensure appropriate follow-up and protection outcomes.
Awareness & Capacity Building: Organize community sessions on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Child Protection; assist in training community workers and Protection Network members.
Community Engagement: Partner with community leaders to strengthen local participation, safety networks, and institutional trust.
Data Management & Analysis: Maintain confidential case files, activity reports, and disaggregated data (by gender, age, and disability).
Supervision & Technical Support: Provide guidance and supervision to community-level case workers.
Accountability: Support feedback and complaints mechanisms (CRM) to promote organizational transparency and gather beneficiary feedback.
Qualifications & Requirements
Degree, Diploma, or NCE (BSc, HND, ND, NCE) in Social Sciences or a related discipline.
Minimum of 2 years of INGO experience directly within Child Protection programs.
Deep understanding of protection challenges affecting children, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), and conflict-affected communities in North-West Nigeria.
Strong command of English and Hausa (both written and verbal).
Proven experience in protection data collection, monitoring, and reporting.
High organizational skills, interpersonal adaptability, and stakeholder management abilities.
Flexibility and willingness to travel extensively to field locations.
📩 HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) via email to:
Application Email: jobs@findef.org
Subject Line Guidelines:
For Position 1: Nutrition Assistant
For Position 2: Program Assistant (Protection)
⚠️ IMPORTANT RECRUITMENT POLICIES
Zero Fees: FINDEF does NOT charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, etc.).
Merit-Based: Selection is strictly merit-based. Any form of lobbying or canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.
Safeguarding & Code of Conduct: FINDEF maintains zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA). Successful candidates will be required to sign and adhere to the organizational Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy.
Funding Notice: Any formal offer of employment is subject to project funding confirmation.
