Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The organization is focused on providing essential health services and support to vulnerable populations, particularly in the context of maternal and child health. It operates in various regions, including Lebanon, and aims to enhance the well-being of communities through targeted interventions. The organization is committed to ensuring that displaced and non-displaced populations have access to high-quality healthcare services, particularly in the areas of infant and young child feeding (IYCF).
Job Overview:
The IYCF Counsellor position is designed to provide specialized support and counseling to pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as caregivers facing challenges related to Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF). The role is crucial in ensuring that both displaced and non-displaced populations have access to high-quality breastfeeding and IYCF services. The Counsellor will work primarily across Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCCs) and within host communities, conducting individualized counseling sessions and facilitating group awareness activities in line with national IYCF standard operating procedures (SOPs). This position is contingent upon donor funding confirmation, with an anticipated start date in November or December 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The IYCF Counsellor will be responsible for providing one-on-one counseling to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers and caregivers in various settings, including collective shelters and PHCCs. Regular monitoring of the RIMS account is required to review and accept cases referred by the IYCF national hotline or other organizations. The Counsellor will conduct follow-up visits or phone calls with assisted women, particularly mothers of infants under six months, to promote exclusive breastfeeding. Additionally, the role involves facilitating awareness sessions in shelters and communities on IYCF topics, collaborating with PHC’s Gynecologists, midwives, and community health volunteers to identify women in need of support, and distributing nutrition supplies according to sector guidelines. The Counsellor will also be responsible for building the capacity of PHCC staff and program teams on IYCF, breastfeeding, newborn care, and antenatal/postnatal care as needed. Reporting on daily activities using relevant databases and responding to emerging reporting requirements from the nutrition and sexual and reproductive health sectors are also key responsibilities.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in midwifery (preferred), nursing, or a related field. Completion of the mandatory 20-hour training on Infant and Young Child Feeding is essential. Additionally, candidates should have at least two years of experience working as an IYCF Counsellor. A strong understanding of local cultural beliefs, behaviors, and attitudes towards maternal and child health is also required to effectively engage with the community and provide appropriate support.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in midwifery, nursing, or a related field. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of maternal and child health and providing effective counseling and support to pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of experience as an IYCF Counsellor. This experience should include direct engagement with pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as familiarity with the challenges they face regarding infant and young child feeding. Candidates should also have experience in community outreach and support, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and community health volunteers.
Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in Arabic is likely essential given the location in Lebanon. Knowledge of English may also be beneficial for reporting and collaboration purposes, making it a good to have skill for candidates.
Additional Notes:
This position is contingent upon confirmation of donor funding, and the anticipated start date is November/December 202
The organization is focused on providing essential health services and support to vulnerable populations, particularly in the context of maternal and child health. It operates in various regions, including Lebanon, and aims to enhance the well-being of communities through targeted interventions. The organization is committed to ensuring that displaced and non-displaced populations have access to high-quality healthcare services, particularly in the areas of infant and young child feeding (IYCF).
Job Overview:
The IYCF Counsellor position is designed to provide specialized support and counseling to pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as caregivers facing challenges related to Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF). The role is crucial in ensuring that both displaced and non-displaced populations have access to high-quality breastfeeding and IYCF services. The Counsellor will work primarily across Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCCs) and within host communities, conducting individualized counseling sessions and facilitating group awareness activities in line with national IYCF standard operating procedures (SOPs). This position is contingent upon donor funding confirmation, with an anticipated start date in November or December 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The IYCF Counsellor will be responsible for providing one-on-one counseling to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers and caregivers in various settings, including collective shelters and PHCCs. Regular monitoring of the RIMS account is required to review and accept cases referred by the IYCF national hotline or other organizations. The Counsellor will conduct follow-up visits or phone calls with assisted women, particularly mothers of infants under six months, to promote exclusive breastfeeding. Additionally, the role involves facilitating awareness sessions in shelters and communities on IYCF topics, collaborating with PHC’s Gynecologists, midwives, and community health volunteers to identify women in need of support, and distributing nutrition supplies according to sector guidelines. The Counsellor will also be responsible for building the capacity of PHCC staff and program teams on IYCF, breastfeeding, newborn care, and antenatal/postnatal care as needed. Reporting on daily activities using relevant databases and responding to emerging reporting requirements from the nutrition and sexual and reproductive health sectors are also key responsibilities.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in midwifery (preferred), nursing, or a related field. Completion of the mandatory 20-hour training on Infant and Young Child Feeding is essential. Additionally, candidates should have at least two years of experience working as an IYCF Counsellor. A strong understanding of local cultural beliefs, behaviors, and attitudes towards maternal and child health is also required to effectively engage with the community and provide appropriate support.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in midwifery, nursing, or a related field. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of maternal and child health and providing effective counseling and support to pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of experience as an IYCF Counsellor. This experience should include direct engagement with pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as familiarity with the challenges they face regarding infant and young child feeding. Candidates should also have experience in community outreach and support, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and community health volunteers.
Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in Arabic is likely essential given the location in Lebanon. Knowledge of English may also be beneficial for reporting and collaboration purposes, making it a good to have skill for candidates.
Additional Notes:
This position is contingent upon confirmation of donor funding, and the anticipated start date is November/December 202
- The role requires a high level of independence, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Candidates should demonstrate cultural sensitivity, professionalism, and a commitment to the values outlined in the organization’s code of conduct and safeguarding policies. The position may involve working in various settings, including collective shelters and healthcare centers, and requires a commitment to promoting inclusive and respectful behavior towards all beneficiaries.
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