🌍 New IRC NGO Vacancy: IYCF Officer in Meiso Woreda, Ethiopia | Apply Now!
Are you passionate about nutrition, public health, and community empowerment? The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is now hiring an IYCF Officer in Meiso Woreda of West Harerge. If you’re a healthcare professional with experience in nutrition and community-level intervention, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact!
📌 Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
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Location: Meiso Woreda, West Harerge, Oromia Region
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Position: IYCF Officer (Infant and Young Child Feeding)
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Employment Type: Full-Time
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Work Location Type: Office-based
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Career Level: Mid-Level (3–5 years)
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Required Experience: 3–5 years
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Deadline to Apply: June 18, 2025
🩺 Job Summary
The IYCF Officer will lead community nutrition counseling, organize food demonstrations, and promote mother-to-mother support groups. Working closely with local health offices, HDAs, and IRC teams, the officer will integrate IYCF with maternal and child health services and monitor progress.
This position is central to IRC’s mission of improving child survival, maternal health, and nutritional awareness in underserved areas.
✅ Major Responsibilities
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Organize food cooking demonstrations and community nutrition education
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Establish and manage Mother-to-Mother Support Groups
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Provide technical support to Health Extension Workers (HEWs)
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Promote IYCF practices at health posts, centers, and community gatherings
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Ensure availability and tracking of IYCF supplies
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Develop and distribute IEC/BCC materials
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Collaborate with Economic Recovery & Development (ERD) sector
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Report activities regularly and participate in coordination meetings
🎓 Educational & Experience Requirements
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Education: Master's or BSc/Diploma in Public Health, Nursing, or Midwifery
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Experience:
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1+ year for Master’s holders
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2+ years for BSc holders
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5+ years for Diploma holders
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Preferred: IYCF, CMAM, AMIYCN, IMAM certifications
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Language: Fluency in English; local language skills are a plus
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Skills: Excellent interpersonal, reporting, facilitation, and Microsoft Office skills
👩🏽⚕️ Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply!
🌐 How to Apply
👉 Click here to apply via IRC's career portal
🗓️ Don’t miss the deadline: June 18, 2025
💬 Final Thoughts
The IRC continues to play a vital role in Ethiopia’s health and humanitarian sectors. If you’re a dedicated health professional seeking to transform lives and promote nutrition in vulnerable communities, this position is tailored for you.
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