Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian non-profit organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood, and enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We believe in the power and potential of every child, but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Stabilization Center Officer Location: Yusufari, Yobe Employment Type: Full-time The Opportunity
- The incumbent will be responsible for the management of children under 5years with complicated severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in the established stabilization centre.
- He/she will be responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, discharge, and follow-up of children admitted with complicated SAM based on the National and WHO guidelines.
- He/she will work closely with the SC Coordinator and other stabilization centre staff to provide optimal care to children admitted with complicated severe acute malnutrition.
- Minimum of B.Sc Degree in Nursing / Diploma in Nursing / RN with experience in emergency nutrition response especially complicated SAM management in the Stabilization centre.
- Over two (2) years of experience in complicated SAM case management in the SC and CMAM programs.
- Experience in IMCI
- Valid and current practicing license.
- Excellent report-writing skills is an additive
- Fluent in written and spoken English and Hausa
- Commitment to and understanding of PLAN’S aims, values, and principles.
- Females are encouraged to apply.
