About the Organization
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. For over 85 years, the organization has rallied “determined optimists” to transform the lives of children in more than 80 countries. Plan International believes in the power and potential of every child but knows this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination—and it is girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, supporters, and partners, Plan International strives for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. The organization supports children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and enables children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels using our reach, experience, and knowledge.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the very heart of everything Plan International stands for. We want our organization to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We foster an organizational culture that embraces racial justice and inclusion.
Plan International is a child-focused organization committed to safeguarding. We believe that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organization, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
Plan International Ethiopia strongly encourages women and underrepresented groups to apply. We are dedicated to creating a workplace environment that ensures every team is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that scanned certificates or attachments are not required at the application stage.
Job Description and Strategic Impact
The Nutrition Assistant/Measurer plays a critical role in the implementation of the Targeted Supplementary Feeding Programme (TSFP) for treating Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM). This position directly targets children aged 6-59 months and pregnant/lactating women (PLW) across the Wadera and Birbirsa Kojowa woredas. By supporting the TSFP Nurse, you ensure that life-saving nutritional support reaches the most vulnerable members of the community.
Your impact is measured through the successful delivery of the WFP-TSFP project, specifically through community MUAC (Mid-Upper Arm Circumference) screening and beneficiary registration. You will be responsible for issuing ration cards, verifying entitlements, and providing bi-weekly distribution support. This hands-on role is essential for reducing malnutrition rates and improving the health outcomes of thousands of children and mothers in the Oromia region.
This role offers significant professional growth opportunities within the humanitarian sector. You will gain extensive experience in clinical management, data collection for the HMIS, and the practical application of FMOH IMAM protocols. By conducting defaulter tracing via home visits and facilitating immediate SAM (Severe Acute Malnutrition) referrals, you become a vital link in the chain of emergency nutrition care.
Strategically, the Nutrition Assistant/Measurer ensures that the program meets global standards. Your work contributes to achieving recovery rates greater than 75% and keeping death rates below 3%. This position allows you to work at the forefront of nutrition science in a field setting, developing the skills necessary for a long-term career in international development and public health.
The presence of a dedicated Nutrition Assistant ensures that distributions are efficient and that every beneficiary receives their correct entitlement. By working closely with Health Extension Workers and local partners, you help build a sustainable framework for nutrition that will benefit the West Guji and Guji Zones for years to come.
Job Positions and Requirements
Nutrition Assistant/Measurer
Educational Qualification: Diploma or BSc in Nursing, Public Health, or a related field from a recognized university or health college. Professional registration with the FMOH is required.
Work Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience with an INGO/NGO in Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices or TSFP implementation.
Job Location: Wadera & Birbirsa Kojowa, Oromia (West Guji & Guji Zone)
Salary: Per Scale (Grade B2)
No. Required: 1
Required Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate must possess a deep understanding of IYCF-E and IMAM guidelines. Excellent English verbal and written communication skills are essential for accurate daily data recording and reporting. Candidates must be extremely flexible, able to work independently, and possess the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations in a field environment.
Fluency in the local language (Afaan Oromoo) is mandatory to effectively communicate with community members and local stakeholders. You must have the ability to create partnerships with government and peer partners while ensuring that Plan International’s safeguarding and gender equality policies are fully embedded in your day-to-day field activities.
Employment Type and Compensation
This is a Full-Time, Fixed-Term contract position. Plan International provides a competitive compensation package aligned with the Grade B2 level. Employees benefit from working in a culture of inclusivity that provides the necessary tools and support to succeed in challenging humanitarian environments.
Beyond the salary, this role offers the satisfaction of directly contributing to the survival and well-being of children and mothers. You will be part of a global effort to ensure safeguarding and gender equality, working in a role that values your professional input and rewards dedication to children’s rights.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the official Plan International career portal. Please be informed that scanned certificates or additional physical attachments are NOT required at the time of application. The selection process will focus on your professional experience and alignment with our organizational values.
Your application should clearly outline your experience in nutrition programming and your familiarity with the required protocols. Plan International participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, and pre-employment checks will be conducted to ensure the safety of our program participants.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Plan International Ethiopia. We are committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process and will never request payment for any stage of the application or training.
Interested candidates should submit their digital application through the link provided below before the closing date. Ensure your contact information is accurate to facilitate communication during the shortlisting phase.
Application Deadline
April 5, 2026