Community Health Assistant - Idleb & Aleppo - National position

Context: Relief International (RI) is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing.

Job Profile: The CH & Nutrition Assistant is responsible for assisting and supporting CH & Nutrition Officer in NWS. The position holder shall ensure implementation of project activities and shall build capacity for CHWs & HF nutrition staff, ensure timely and quality program reporting for direct supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize and facilitate health education sessions covering topics such as balanced diets, hygiene, disease prevention, and preventive healthcare measures.
• Assist Community Health Officer to develop Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials on health topics with appropriate pictures for illiterate people as well as develop visual aids for new CHWs.
• Assist Community Health Officer to conduct initial and refresher training for camp-based community health workers.
• Assist Community Health Officer to oversee and supervise camp-based community health workers for the material request and maintenance including audio-visual equipment.
• Collaborate with local leaders and community groups to promote health and nutrition initiatives, including the development and implementation of community-based programs.
• Conduct health assessments, screenings, and provide simple health education about basic first aid and initial care for minor injuries and illnesses within the community.
• Support breastfeeding education, infant feeding practices, and assist in the distribution of nutritional supplements and medications, while also monitoring their usage.
• Participate in disease surveillance and reporting within the community and contribute to the documentation of community health data and reports.
• Assist in coordinating immunization campaigns, conducting relevant training, and supporting nutrition activities, including the collection and analysis of data.
• Work closely with Community Health Workers (CHWs) and other team members to conduct education sessions and campaigns to improve hand washing and hygiene practices.
• Assist Community Health Officer in organizing meetings with the community representatives and leaders to ensure community participation and the smooth implementation of the community health project as appropriate.
• Distribute health education materials to target community, and keep track of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials stock.
• Serve as a liaison between community members and healthcare facilities to ensure continuity of care, facilitate access to healthcare services, and organize meetings to ensure community participation in health projects.
• Assist in the procurement process of hygiene materials and distribution in the community, as well as translating records and reports as needed.
• Other assignment as required from health team.

Person Specification:

• A degree or diploma in public health, nutrition, community health, or a related field.
• Knowledge of community health practices, nutrition education, and public health principles.
• Experience in community outreach, engagement, and health education programs.
• Familiarity with nutrition assessment, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse community members.
• Understanding of local cultural practices and their impact on health and nutrition.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, community leaders, and local organizations.
• Proficiency in data collection, reporting, and basic analysis related to community health and nutrition.
• Knowledge of hygiene, sanitation, and disease prevention practices.
• Awareness of relevant local and national health policies and guidelines.
• Experience working closely with other stakeholders in NWS area.
• Strong liaison, diplomatic skills, and ability to handle stress.
• Computer skills, in particular email, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• English, both written and spoken, is desirable.