TSFP Facilitator

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Overview

Join to support malnutrition treatment and community mobilization efforts.

You have:

  • BSc Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Nutrition, Health Officer Or related fields.
  • At least 1-2 years of experience in CMAM/TSFP programming.
  • Experience working in humanitarian or emergency settings is highly desirable.
  • Strong technical understanding of CMAM/IMAM protocols.
  • Ability to work in remote, resource-limited environments.
  • Good communication and counseling skills.
  • Strong documentation and reporting ability.
  • Basic computer skills (Excel, Kobo, ODK preferred).

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 33,000+ 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:

Contract Duration: Until December 12, 2026

Work Location: Dalol (Afar Region)

Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) in children under five, pregnant and lactating women (PLW), and other vulnerable groups. The role ensures quality service delivery at facility and community level, accurate reporting, and effective coordination with health workers, woreda structures, and implementing partners.

Additionally TSFP Facilitators support Health Extension Workers to commence TSFP distributions, development of Joint distribution plan and dispatching of TSFP commodities in close coordination with Storekeepers and TSFP officers. TSFP facilitators also responsible for proper documentation and recording of Waybills, Beneficiary lists, screening data and Beneficiaries reached and kebele approval formats. Work closely with cluster health center and HPs for proper selection of FDPs and FDAs for smooth implementation of TSFP program

Major Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Joint TSFP distribution planning and community mobilization at facilities and community level
  • TSFP Commodity planning and dispatching to FDPs and HPs as per the distribution plan
  • Proper Documentation, recording and reporting of TSFP distribution documents
  • Community mobilization and active case finding, detection and screening activities
  • Conduct screening for acute malnutrition using MUAC, weight for height, and oedema checks.
  • Register new TSFP beneficiaries and manage follow up using approved registration tools.
  • Support distribution of RUSF, RUTF substitutes for MAM, CSB other specialized nutritious foods.
  • Ensure compliance with TSFP admission, discharge, and referral criteria.
  • Provide nutrition counseling to caregivers on:
  • Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF)
  • Hygiene and sanitation
  • Importance of follow-up visits and adherence.
  • Conduct community sensitization on screening and TSFP service availability.
  • Support active case finding and mass MUAC screening in collaboration with HEWs and community volunteers.
  • Strengthen the referral pathways between SC/OTP → TSFP → Health Facilities.
  • Engage community leaders, mother groups, and volunteers to improve program uptake
  • Maintain accurate beneficiary records, stock registers, and distribution sheets.
  • Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly TSFP reports (quantitative & qualitative).
  • Track commodity balance and consumption to avoid stock-outs.
  • Ensure timely submission of reports to supervisors and Woreda Health Office.
  • Ensure adherence to national CMAM/IMAM guidelines and donor standards (e.g., WFP, UNICEF).
  • Monitor performance indicators (cure rates, defaulter rates, non‑response).
  • Report immediately any challenges such as commodity shortages, pipeline breaks, protection issues, or improper admissions.
  • Ensure safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults during service provision.
  • Work closely with:

    • Health Extension Workers (HEWs)
    • Woreda Health Office
    • Nutrition Officers & Supervisors
    • Community volunteers
  • Support mentorship and on‑the‑job training for HEWs and volunteers.

Required Qualifications and Work Experience:

  • BSc Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Nutrition, Health Officer Or related fields.
  • At least 1–2 years of experience in CMAM/TSFP programming.
  • Experience working in humanitarian or emergency settings is highly desirable.
  • Strong technical understanding of CMAM/IMAM protocols.
  • Ability to work in remote, resource‑limited environments.
  • Good communication and counseling skills.
  • Strong documentation and reporting ability.
  • Basic computer skills (Excel, Kobo, ODK preferred).
  • Ability to work respectfully with communities and local authorities.

World Vision is a child-focused organization that is committed to safeguarding all children as well as adult beneficiaries, and has zero tolerance for incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work. Therefore, World Vision does not hire staff whose background is not suitable for working with children or vulnerable adults, even if their role does not interact directly with them.

Disclaimer: World Vision Ethiopia is a reputable organization that values transparency and fairness in its recruitment process and does not solicit any money for any job application. We encourage all job seekers to be cautious of any job ads that require payment or personal information upfront. If you have any questions or concerns about our job ads or recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

Potential interview questions

Can you explain your experience with CMAM/TSFP programming? The interviewer wants to assess your direct experience related to the job responsibilities. Detail your previous roles, specific responsibilities, and outcomes related to CMAM/TSFP.
Describe a time when you faced challenges in community engagement. The interviewer is looking for your problem-solving and communication skills in complex situations. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure accurate reporting of nutrition programs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you use to mobilize the community for malnutrition screening? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain how you would conduct a screening for acute malnutrition. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you handle disagreements with community leaders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you know about the CMAM/IMAM guidelines? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize your work in a resource-limited setting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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