At Action Against Hunger, we drive change from the ground up, aiming to cultivate a healthier world.
Since inception in 1979, our work has impacted the lives of 21 Million individuals through a network of 9,000 humanitarian professionals across 59 countries. In India, our operations from the grassroots upwards, are focused on taking decisive action to create a healthier nation.
In India, we are one of the few NGOs focusing specifically on maternal and child health with various nutrition-sensitive and nutrition-specific interventions. Our teams engage with communities in remote and hard-to-reach areas, identifying and addressing nutritional challenges in children. We empower mothers and families with knowledge and awareness so they can see their children grow up strong and for whole communities to prosper.
We operate in 1,312 villages in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Gujarat.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Responsibilities include but are not limited to
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Plan and implementCommunity Based Management of Acute Malnutrition(CMAM)program activities as per prescribed protocols
Oversee the Energy Dense Nutritional Supplements (EDNS) program for Severe acute malnutrition (SAM) children
Conduct clinical examinations of children and pregnant and lactating women (PLW) registered in the program, as per established requirements and plans
Ensure treatments are administered in accordance with prescribed medical instructions
Conduct nutritional follow-ups with beneficiaries in collaboration with the program team to monitor and support their nutritional well-being
Review data for accuracy, noting any errors or inconsistencies found
Identify patients who are not responding to treatment, enabling timely review and adjustment of care plans
Arrange for the timely transfer of patients with medical complications to a hospital or medical facility and ensure follow-up care
Ensure effective referral of new Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) children to Nutrition Rehabilitation and Clinical Treatment Centre (NRCTC) and coordinate with NRCTC staff for seamless collaboration
Regularly update beneficiary information on cards, registers, or designated formats
Ensure the program is always adequately equipped and supplied with the necessary nutritional requirements- Ready to Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF), Energy Dense Nutritional Supplements (EDNS), stationeries and measuring equipment etc
Update medical and anthropometry records, submit weekly and monthly report to Field Officer
Participate with the team in the training provided and conduct one-to-one counselling sessions on identified topics
Carry out other relevant duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisors
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE
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Registered Nurse - bachelor's in science (BSC) Nursing with specialization in Maternal and Child Health (MCH) or Nutrition
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) / General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with experience in maternal and child health
Minimum one year of experience of working with children/Pregnant & Lactating Women (PLWs) in field is a must
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
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Effective communication and teamwork
Community-focused and compassionate, prioritizing welfare and well-being
Capacity to follow a protocol
Requires strong reporting skills including accurate documentation
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ?15,000.00 - ?21,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Cell phone reimbursement
Health insurance
Provident Fund
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
Maharashtra Nursing Counsel (Required)
Work Location: In person
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