Position: Nutrition Counselor
About Union Aid
Union Aid is a non-governmental organisation, registered under Societies Act 1860 in 2012. Union Aid was established by Dr. Toryalay Nassery and initiated its activities in health sector after its establishment in 1979 that formally commenced from 1980 with the prior permission from Ministry of SAFRON, Government of Pakistan. Union Aid is actively providing health care services, education, scholarships, vocational training and family support programs.
| Job Location: | Herat |
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| Nationality: | Afghan |
| Category: | Nonprofit-Social Services |
| Employment Type: | Full Time |
| Salary: | As per scale |
| Vacancy Number: | UA-66/AFV-H/Herat/2023/NC |
| No. Of Jobs: | 2 |
| City: | Herat |
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| Organization: | Union Aid |
| Years of Experience: | Two years |
| Contract Duration: | One year - extendable |
| Gender: | Female |
| Education: | Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Midwifery |
| Close date: | 2023-11-12 |
Job Description:
The Nutrition Counselor as part of the primary healthcare services will play a vital role in promoting, supporting, and providing the nutritional well-being of individuals and families in the targeted area providing nutrition counseling, education, and guidance to improve dietary practices and overall health.
Responsibilities:
- Register and undertake Growth Monitoring and promotion (GMP) including measuring weight, height, and age, and checking edema of all children under two years of age
- Conduct GMP-based counseling of mothers/caregivers of all children under two years of age on appropriate Maternal Infant and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) practices and infection Prevention
- If the child is normal, in courage and counsel the mother to reinforce and promote age-appropriate MIYCN practices
- If a child is suffering from Acute Malnutrition, refer to the doctor of the health center for adequate treatment and counseling.
- Counsel Mothers/caregivers to bring under two children for the continued monthly GMP visit
- Check whether the child has received Vitamin A supplementation during the previous NID, if not then refer to the doctor of the health center in order to obtain Vitamin A.
- Providing health education to mothers in health centers on a daily basis.
- Conduct complementary feeding demonstrations once per month.
Counseling on Maternal Nutrition
- Provide individual Nutrition counseling on appropriate practices, based on the BMI and MUAC findings
- Check whether lactating mothers receive adequate IF tablets for three months after delivery.
- If apparently the mother's health and nutrition are not suitable, refer to the doctor of the health center for diagnosis and treatment.
Recording and Reporting:
- Maintain regular reports to monitor and track the delivery of nutrition services.
- Using the MCH handbook in those provinces where the MCH handbook is applied.
- Identify beneficiaries who require follow-up visits and share information with CHSs/CHWs.
Job Requirements:
- Graduated from the 12th grade or at least she must have completed grade 9.
- Proven experience in nutrition counseling and education. (If any)
- Knowledge of nutritional guidelines and dietary practices. (If any)
- Excellent communication and counseling skills.
- Empathy and the ability to build rapport with clients.
- Familiarity with Afghan nutrition programs and community engagement is a plus.
- Knowledge of local languages is essential.
Submission Guideline:
- Please write the Job title/Vacancy Number on the subject line of your email.
- Aplications received after the closing date will not be considered
- ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
Submission Email:
hr@unionaid.org