Details of PLW Auxiliary Nurse

Job description

Job Title: PLW Auxiliary Nurse (1 position)

Grade: Band 2

Reporting to: Nutrition nurse.

Duty Station: Habasha clinic. Badhan sub-branch office, Sanaag region.

Posting Date: March 4, 2026.

 Posting Expiry Date: March 10, 2026.

Contract Type: 1 year, possibly with an extension.

Overall job purpose

Conduct nutritional screening and assessment of children under five years old using MUAC, weight,

height, oedema checks for growth monitoring and to identify malnutrition cases. Also conduct

screenings and assessment of pregnant and lactating women using MUAC measurements. H/she

also conducts registration and documentation of child’s information.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Program Implementation

 Ensure that nutritional protocol is strictly followed in terms of admission and discharge criteria.

 Improve case management for moderate acute malnutrition of PLWs in TSFP program and

ensure that all malnourished PLWs are treated according to IMAM protocol.

 Ensure proper, clear and accurate data recording on clinical registration book and nutrition

cards.

 Conduct health screenings and appraisal of PLWs to detect conditions of Moderate acute

malnutrition

 Provide health and nutrition education to PLWs on hand hygiene, and exclusive breastfeeding,

and Advise mothers on the appropriate time to introduce complementary feeding, and promote

the continuation of Breastfeeding up to 2 years old.

 Conduct home visits and follow-up discharged patients and provide continuity of care

 Complete and submit to the TSFP in charge nurse the relevant weekly and monthly reports for

the PLW's activities.

Operations Management

 Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of the OPD health programme

line with strategic priorities

 Identify capacity-building needs of the auxiliary and volunteer nursing team and ensure they are

properly trained and well supported to implement programme activities

 Participate in emergency preparedness, rapid assessments and emergency responses.

Partnerships/Relationships

 Develop and enhance relationships with strategic partners, donors, local authorities, and

community leaders to maximize support for maternal and child health

 Represent SRCS in relevant conferences, seminars, workshops, and meetings

 Perform other related duties as assigned by the SRSC Senior Management

Skills and qualifications

Qualifications

Diploma in nursing, public health, Nutrition or equivalent qualifications

Required Job Experience and Competencies

 Minimum 2 years of Auxiliary nurse or any other relevant profession and experience

 Good communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive and

empathise with all beneficiaries and their carers

 Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult

and frustrating working conditions

 Prepared to live and work in an uncertain security environment

 Ability and willingness to frequently travel and stay at the field.

 Fluency in written and speaking mother language and some English

 Previous experience of working such this field.

 Experience of emergency nutrition work (ideally measurement or screening)

 Able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge in the subject of nutritional assessment

and support

SRCS Employment Application Form updated 2025.

How to apply

Application process:

 Interested candidates should complete the Employment Application Form

attached to this email as well as an updated Cover letter and email them to

Recruitment.hrco@srcs-bishacas.org before or on March 10, 2026.

 Kindly ensure to mention the job title in the subject line of your application

email.

 You must be available to start work as soon as possible and willing to work in

all areas under Sanag region.

 Applications which do not meet the above requirements will not be considered,

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.

Apply to Recruitment.hrco@srcs-bishacas.org