Nutrition Officer (Volunteer) at Delight Affection Foundation

ByMuhuddin Samaila

Delight Affection Foundation (DAF) is a non-governmental organization, founded in 2019 due to our passionate desire to reach vulnerable individuals, affected by crises or natural disasters, giving them a reason to embrace life with renewed optimism, to build up and enhance the quality of their lives by eliminating barriers to opportunities, promoting self-growth, empowerment for a sustainable living and reduction of hunger and malnutrition. DAF is duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC/IT/NO/136863) and Borno State Agency for Coordination of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Response (BACSDAHR) No: BACSDAHR/REG/DAF/L/0145, Network of Civil Society Organizations Borno State and other necessary bodies.

Our interventionisin humanitarian emergency response at the moment, Delight Affection Foundation (DAF) has a physical presence in Borno State and is planning full operation in Yobe State and North West State. We are operating on self-funding with some support from the WASH sector in Nigeria, Victims of Violence Charity Foundation (VOV), and Albarka Health Spring Foundation(AHSF), NEMA NEZ.

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nutrition Officer (Volunteer)

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Organization: Delight Affection Foundation (DAF)
Type: Volunteer (Unpaid)

Role Overview

  • The Nutrition Officer (Volunteer)will support DAF’s nutrition interventions by promoting Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices, facilitating community-based management of acute malnutrition (CMAM), and strengthening maternal and child health awareness.
  • The officer will ensure quality program delivery, effective community engagement, and integration of nutrition-sensitive approaches across sectors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation of nutrition-specific programs (IYCF, CMAM, micronutrient supplementation, growth monitoring).
  • Facilitate nutrition education sessions, cooking demonstrations, and awareness campaigns.
  • Mobilize and train community health volunteers and mother-to-mother support groups.
  • Conduct malnutrition screening, referral, and follow-up for children and vulnerable groups.
  • Collaborate with WASH, Food Security, Education, and Protection teams to integrate nutrition-sensitive approaches.
  • Document and report on activities, successes, and challenges in a timely manner.
  • Ensure accountability to affected populations (AAP), gender equity, and cultural sensitivity in all interventions.
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Requirements

  • Minimum of B.Sc / HND in Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing, Community Health, Food Science, or related field.
  • Prior experience in nutrition programming, IYCF, or CMAM (paid, voluntary, or internship) is an added advantage.
  • Strong interpersonal and community mobilization skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English; knowledge of local languages is a plus.
  • Basic reporting and documentation skills.
  • Passion for humanitarian and development work, with commitment to DAF’s values of compassion, accountability, inclusivity, and resilience.

Benefits of Volunteering with DAF:

  • Gain practical experience in humanitarian and development nutrition programming.
  • Build technical expertise in Nutrition, WASH, and integrated multi-sectoral approaches.
  • Enhance professional skills in community engagement, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Access opportunities for training, mentorship, and career growth in the humanitarian sector.
  • Be part of a committed and impact-driven team serving vulnerable communities.
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Application Closing Date
12th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Sama’ila Muhuddin is a dedicated Registered Nurse and humanitarian professional with over seven years of frontline experience. Since May 2018, he has served with prominent international non-governmental organizations, including Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Holland, Spain, France projects and ALIMA, responding to emergencies and providing critical care in some of the most challenging humanitarian settings.

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