World Vision International NGO Food Aid Distributor Jobs in Rwanda
Purpose of the position:
Food Aid Distributor will be employed directly by World Vision Rwanda; and will work under direct supervision of the Project Facilitator, and will be expected to work fully and exclusively on the Deux Oeufs study. The Deux Oeufs project in Rwanda is a collaborative research study implemented by World Vision with University of Florida (UF) and University of Rwanda (UR).
The Food Aid Distributor (FAD) will be based at the health center where food preparation will take place. The FAD will be responsible for transporting prepared and packaged eggs to CHW homes (distribution points), most likely on moto cycles purchased by the project/study every day seven days a week.
The FAD will go to 4-8 villages, and 1-2 CHW homes in each village to distribute cooked eggs every day including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. They will hand over the eggs to study participants at the CHW homes, observe consumption, and fill out a short survey on a smartphone.
World Vision is looking for someone honest with good ethical behaviour and can work independently and also as part of a team. The FAD will report to the Project Facilitator. The position is fulltime based in Karangazi sector, Nyagatare District. The primary duty location will be in Ndama Health Center or Karangazi Health Center.
Major Responsibilities
Transport prepared eggs to CHW homes (distribution points).
Provide supportive supervision to CHWs and/or World Vision Community Volunteers.
Ensure both control and intervention participants sign in each day at the CHW house.
Fill out a phone-based survey intended to ensure proper identification of the study participant (using photo verification and ID scan system) every day.
Observe the study participant whether they completely or partially ate both eggs and whether there were any adverse reactions and fill out a phone-based survey.
Administer a short dietary survey regarding study participants’ reported consumption of government-provided Shisha Kibondo or study-provided fortified corn soya blend (CSB+) flour.
Finding participants who have not come to the CHW’s home and deliver food to them, distributing the CSB+ (6kg/month).
FAD may also assist in food storage, preparation, and disposal.
May also be involved in daily communications with CHWs, World Vision Community Volunteers, and study participants, to properly plan delivery routes/timing to minimize missed doses.
Clean and sanitize egg-handling areas/surfaces and packaging containers.
Attend training as assigned.
Other duties as assigned by the study management.
Accountability, Financial activities, Learning and Innovation
Food AID Distributor will be required to undergo training to understand job requirements.
Complete LDRs in a timely manner.
Additional ad hoc responsibilities may be required.
Knowledge / Qualifications for the Role
Required Professional Experience
Experience working with NGOs or research study interventions related to community health, environmental health, nutrition, or related disciplines
Written and verbal communication skills, including report-writing and formal communication skills.
Computer skills, including knowledge in MS Office/word or another main email system such as Microsoft Outlook)
Experience in mainstreaming gender, environment, peace-building, disability, child protection and or institutional development.
Strong communication skills, with experience working across teams
Worked/ partnered with international organizations (INGOs, Embassies, UN and government) is an added value
Active and valid moto driving licence
Clean moto driving record
Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification
High school diploma with preference for more than 5 years of experience working with NGOs or research organizations
Knowledge of Nyagatare District (especially Karangazi Sector), and MCH practices and norms, including nutrition
A valid certificate of high school completion
A valid motorcycle/vehicle driving license required
Ability to lift more than 15Kgs
Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; World Vision International NGO Food Aid Distributor Jobs in Rwanda
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