Nutrition and Health Assistant (Maiduguri)

Company Overview
Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. For almost 45 years, across countries, we have been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe.

We carry out innovative, lifesaving programs in Health, Nutrition, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, Food Security and Livelihoods, and Social Protection.

Action Against Hunger began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, focusing on integrated programming. Action Against Hunger currently implements multi-sectoral humanitarian and development interventions in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria, funded by AFD, EU/ECHO, French Government, GAC, GFFO, SIDA, US Government, and WAM Foundation.

Action Against Hunger Nigeria (ACF Nigeria) Ltd/Gte is currently recruiting for the position of a Nutrition and Health Assistant based in Maiduguri.  The Nutrition and Health Assistant will support the implementation of community-based nutrition and health activities, with a particular focus on beneficiary mobilization, data collection, documentation and reporting.  Working closely with the Nutrition team and communicate stakeholders, the role will contribute to the effective delivery of program activities, ensure accurate beneficiary data management, and support monitoring and reporting processes to enhance programme quality and impact.

Position Details
Reporting to: Nutrition and Health Officer
Proposed start date: August 2026
Work location: Maiduguri (1)

Key Responsibilities :

• Maintain a database of all porridge mom beneficiaries and update regularly as needed.
• Work closely with community structures to follow up on the implementation of the porridge mum (Infant Young Child Feeding (IYCF) activities, cooking demonstration, MUAC screening, hygiene promotion and complementary feeding with the support from the Nutrition Officer;
• Participate in sensitization meetings with vendors before each disbursement;
• Mobilize porridge mum beneficiaries with support from the community nutrition mobilizers during disbursement;
• Oversee and maintain constructed porridge mom kitchens to ensure they are in good condition and used appropriately;
• Ensure proper documentation of all activities and prepare/share monthly reports on porridge activities;
• Using approved tools, document all referrals and follow-up information of all children with MAM;
• Support the M&E team in data collection for screening, PDMs, KAP surveys or other nutrition-related assessments;
• Supervise routine MUAC screenings by CNMs;
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly summaries of all nutrition information captured;
• Organize and participate in community sensitization meetings including community entry meetings, feedback meetings with stakeholders, community nutrition mobilizers etc.
• Support the development of banners and placement;
• Participate in local coordination meetings as required;
• Supervise activities of CHIPS agents/CVs.

Additional Responsibilities

• This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other related tasks as required and responsible for reporting and communication of progress and achievement of the specific assigned task.
• Maintenance of high technical standards.
• Conduct all duties in a professional manner following ACF Nigeria mission staff regulations, ACF mandate and charter including promotion of gender equality.

Position Requirements:

• Diploma in Public Health, Nutrition, Dietetics, Food science, or other relevant qualifications with experience in Nutrition programming especially at community level;
• Minimum of one (1) years’ experience in Nutrition programming;
• Good communication and Interpersonal skills;
• Proficient in Microsoft tools like word, excel etc;
• Fluent in written and spoken English, Hausa and Kanuri;
• Ability to observe and to provide feedback on the activities;
• Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions;
• Commitment to and understanding of ACF’s aims, values and principles;

At Action Against Hunger, we foster a work culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion.  We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive

Application Deadline:
Monday, 19th July 2026 at 05:00 pm (Nigerian Time)

Important Notice:
Action Against Hunger does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process – this includes application, interview, or processing fees.

Our Commitment:
We are dedicated to preventing all forms of unwanted behavior in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct.  We are equally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults. We prioritize hiring individuals who embody and uphold our core values.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Action Against Hunger is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment Process:
All shortlisted candidates will undergo thorough reference and background checks, and are expected to adhere to organizational standards and principles.

Employee Benefits Include (bot are not limited to):

• 100% health care coverage
• Free and direct access to Talent Soft e-learning platform
• Maternity or Paternity leave
• Compassionate leave for a hospitalized child
• Creche facilities for babies

Application Instructions:
All applicants MUST answer every question in the application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.