Conduct detailed assessment of child feeding practices in women that require additional support or reveal difficulties.
Complete and maintain individual breastfeeding beneficiary report cards.
Perform close monitoring of all beneficiaries, including follow up checks with community mobilisers (HDAs) and summaries of total number of mothers attended to.
Maintain clear communication with all other CMAM program staff regarding the status of beneficiaries, including OTP nurse, measures.
Provide tailored one to one counseling sessions, based on initial assessments, offering practical advice and education to mothers on the key issues of Infant and Young child feeding practices.
Ensure all mothers/care givers are aware of the importance of exclusive breastfeeding for the initial 6 months.
Discourage and educate mothers on the dangers of feeding bottles through creating strong awareness in the community
Provide mothers with practical advice on correct attachment and positioning when breastfeeding, timely introduction of complementary foods and respond to any concerns or local taboos associated with IYCF.
Ensure a comfortable, calm environment for counseling sessions and maintain good relationships with the beneficiaries.
. Education:
Required Education; diploma in Nursing
B. Work Experience:
1-2 Years of experience with INGO/NGO of Infant and young Child Feeding practices /treatment of malnourished children in Community Management of Acute Malnutrition is advantageous