Ensure that a joint multi sectoral rapid needs assessment is carried out, analysis done and hygiene promotion strategy is designed on the basis of the findings
Ensure the implementation of WASH EM approach and collect the relevant data for context specific hygiene promotion interventions
Promote the implementation of Baby Wash approach and collect the relevant data to improve context specific Baby Wash hygiene promotion interventions
In coordination with the WASH Program Manager, revising and adapting hygiene promotion training and IEC materials in line with the local context (should be drawn up as a communication plan) and in line with target groups to be trained
Ensure that all monitoring mechanisms are in line with the agreed monitoring format
Continually assessing emergency needs, as requested, especially taking in the broader perspective of public health
Plan beneficiary selection and registration, and lead the distribution of NFI kits with the Field Assistant team
Work closely with MEAL team to ensure post distribution monitoring (PDM) is conducted for all nonfood items (NFIs) distributed
Ensure that work meets with SPHERE minimum standards
Assist the WASH Program Manager with, and where required participate in, community mobilization
Ensure that all technical work reflects the needs and preferences of different target groups and are devoid of public health hazards

Mission 02: Train and build the capacity of staffs and partners

Ensure that the PHP team members are fully aware of the hygiene promotion strategy and all activities are in line with strategy activities
Prepare training tools on relevant technical topics and conduct trainings for both internal staff and external stakeholders
Assist the WASH Program Manager in the development of technical guidelines and tools for hygiene promotion services
Conduct WASH FIT assessment for all implementing health facilities
Assess areas for improvement and recording lessons learnt for future activities

Mission 3: Coordinate with internal staffs, and local stakeholders

Working closely with the WASH Program Manager throughout the planning, design and implementation stages of WASH public health promotion activities
Representing the organization at local level WASH meetings and technical working groups relating to public health promotion and NFI distribution as required by your line manager
Work closely with Nutrition and health team in integrating activities towards improving service delivery to target population

Mission 4: Supervise and manage staffs under your responsibility

Providing day-to-day management of staff directly under your responsibility
Setting performance missions with staff under your direct management conducting performance appraisal in line with ACTION AGAINST HUNGER performance management policies as well as identifying areas where support and capacity building is required
Ensure team coordination and integration with other WASH technical team members

Additional Responsibilities

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:

Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) in Public Health, Environmental Health, Hygiene and Sanitation, or another relevant field
Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in WASH, hygiene promotion, community engagement, and/or capacity-building activities
Demonstrated ability to adapt and work flexibly in challenging and changing operational environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Willingness and ability to be based in and travel regularly to remote locations across Northern Nigeria, including areas where services and amenities may be limited
Fluency in English and Hausa is required, with proficiency in Kanuri also required for the role

Employee Benefits Include (but are not limited to):

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