Hygiene Assistant

About the role

Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization focusing on health, nutrition, WASH and related support. This Hygiene Assistant role supports hygiene promotion activities and the distribution of non-food items to affected populations in Maiduguri, under the supervision of the WASH Programme Manager.

What you'll do

• Assist in needs assessments and development of hygiene promotion materials
• Support home and community visits to identify hygiene and sanitation gaps
• Help prepare training modules and tools for diverse audiences
• Identify community partners and conduct beneficiary censuses
• Organize and participate in emergency hygiene promotion activities
• Assist in distribution of shelter, hygiene and NFI kits to registered beneficiaries

What they're looking for

• National Diploma in Public Health or health related field
• Experience in hygiene promotion or community mobilization is an advantage
• Willing and able to be based in Maiduguri and travel to remote areas
• Fluency in Hausa and English
• Motivated, flexible, culturally sensitive and able to work under pressure
• Commitment to the organization’s mission and core values

For applicants in Nigeria

• The listing specifies Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria as the work location, so you must be able to work there physically.
• Timezone expectations are not stated in the listing; confirm during the interview process.
• Contract type is not stated; the listing does not specify whether this is an employee or contractor role.
• Pay currency or salary range is not provided in the listing.
• Visa or additional work authorization notes are not mentioned; confirm as part of hiring process.