CMAM Officer at World Vision in Tigray Region

Job description

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories! Employee Contract Type: Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term) Job Description: Job Purpose : The CMAM (Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition) Officer under the DHR/USG emergency project is responsible for supporting Woreda Health Offices and Primary Health Care Units (PHCUs) to strengthen the prevention, early identification, referral, and treatment of acute malnutrition. The role focuses on enhancing systematic nutrition screening and active case finding through routine platforms such as Growth Monitoring and Promotion (GMP), as well as outreach campaigns including Extended Outreach Services (EOS) and Child Health Days (CHD). Working closely with Primary Hospitals, Health Centers, and Health Posts, the CMAM Officer ensures the delivery of quality, lifesaving nutrition services for priority groups, especially children under five and pregnant and lactating women in line with national protocols, SPHERE standards, and the National Nutrition Program. The CMAM Officer also plays a critical role in improving program quality, integration, and sustainability by strengthening referral linkages for SAM and MAM cases, promoting the Family MUAC approach for early detection at community level, and ensuring uninterrupted availability of essential supplies and equipment for OTP and Stabilization Centers. The position emphasizes capacity building of health workers through CMAM trainings, supportive supervision, and on-the-job mentoring. In addition, the role integrates Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) counseling and support within CMAM services (TFP and TSFP), ensuring strong coordination with IYCF teams and alignment with the broader Emergency Nutrition Response. Through collaboration with local stakeholders and partners, the CMAM Officer contributes to a coordinated, accountable, and evidence-based response aimed at reducing morbidity and mortality associated with acute malnutrition in emergency settings. Major Responsibilities Nutrition Screening, Case Finding, and Referral Support systematic nutrition screening through GMP, EOS, CHD, and routine health services. Strengthen active case finding through community platforms, including Family MUAC approach. Ensure timely identification and referral of SAM and MAM cases between community and facility levels. Strengthen referral linkages among Health Posts, Health Centers, and Stabilization Centers. Promote community awareness on early detection and care-seeking for acute malnutrition. CMAM Service Readiness and Treatment Support Support PHCUs to provide quality CMAM services (OTP, SC, TSFP) in line with national protocols and SPHERE standards. Ensure functional OTP sites and Stabilization Centers with required equipment and staffing. Provide technical support for case management of SAM and MAM cases. Facilitate service integration with IYCF, health, and WASH services. Support surge response and emergency preparedness in high-risk areas. Nutrition Service Quality Assurance Conduct regular supportive supervision and on-site mentoring of health workers. Ensure adherence to CMAM protocols, guidelines, and performance indicators. Review program data for quality, accuracy, and performance monitoring. Facilitate clinical audits and program reviews to improve service delivery. Promote accountability to affected populations and community feedback mechanisms. CMAM Supply and Logistics Management Ensure uninterrupted availability of therapeutic supplies (RUTF, F-75, F-100, essential drugs). Monitor stock levels, distribution, and proper utilization at all facilities. Strengthen logistics systems and reporting tools for nutriti