The collapse of the Somalia government in 1991 dragged Somalia into a miserable state
characterized by chronic insecurity, massive displacement and lack of adequate access to basic
human needs such as Health, Nutrition, WASH, Education, Protection and Food Security and Livelihood. Amid this horrific state young Somali nationals established SORDES which stands for Somali Relief and Development Society is a non-political, not-for-profit, and non-religious Somalia NGO, was established in South-central Somalia
region in June 2006 by a group of concerned Somali intellectuals to respond to increased
suffering, starvation and death of the communities badly affected by the civil conflict and famine
in Somalia through the establishment of community-based rehabilitation and development
projects. Thus, SORDES has been present in most part of Somalia since 2006 addressing the humanitarian needs of the utmost vulnerable communities

Nutrition health and hygiene promotion officers

Purpose of the position.

To work closely with communities for the establishment of nutrition and sanitation facilities in the operation areas. to reduce the risk of water and sanitation related communicable diseases by promoting good hygiene practice in communities. Coordinate with stakeholders to provide technical input wherever required.

Duties and Responsibilities.

• To conduct nutrition assessment on targeted area
• To demonstrate the use of nutrition specific items which need special knowledge for operation and maintenance, especially when using chemical i.e., water purification tablets, water treatment equipment.
• To conduct participatory approach in promoting good nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene practices in targeted area
• To conduct participatory monitoring of water and sanitation facilities usage and maintenance with community
• To inform local authority and health department if there is outbreak in community that requires immediate response
• To document schedule plan, field report and update to nutrition Hygiene Promotion Team Leader in timely manner.

Qualification

v Diploma in social environment sciences

v Able to communicate in Somalia language

v Commitment to SORDES Core values and mission statement

v Experienced in nutrition hygiene promotion programs at least 2 years

v Experienced in emergency response