CMAM Officer 12 views0 applications

Job Purpose:

The CMAM (Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition) Officer under the DHR/USG emergency project is responsible for supporting Woreda Health Offices and Primary Health Care Units (PHCUs) to strengthen the prevention, early identification, referral, and treatment of acute malnutrition. The role focuses on enhancing systematic nutrition screening and active case finding through routine platforms such as Growth Monitoring and Promotion (GMP), as well as outreach campaigns including Extended Outreach Services (EOS) and Child Health Days (CHD). Working closely with Primary Hospitals, Health Centers, and Health Posts, the CMAM Officer ensures the delivery of quality, lifesaving nutrition services for priority groups, especially children under five and pregnant and lactating women in line with national protocols, SPHERE standards, and the National Nutrition Program.

The CMAM Officer also plays a critical role in improving program quality, integration, and sustainability by strengthening referral linkages for SAM and MAM cases, promoting the Family MUAC approach for early detection at community level, and ensuring uninterrupted availability of essential supplies and equipment for OTP and Stabilization Centers. The position emphasizes capacity building of health workers through CMAM trainings, supportive supervision, and on-the-job mentoring. In addition, the role integrates Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) counseling and support within CMAM services (TFP and TSFP), ensuring strong coordination with IYCF teams and alignment with the broader Emergency Nutrition Response. Through collaboration with local stakeholders and partners, the CMAM Officer contributes to a coordinated, accountable, and evidence-based response aimed at reducing morbidity and mortality associated with acute malnutrition in emergency settings.

Major Responsibilities    

Nutrition Screening, Case Finding, and Referral

• Support systematic nutrition screening through GMP, EOS, CHD, and routine health services.
• Strengthen active case finding through community platforms, including Family MUAC approach.
• Ensure timely identification and referral of SAM and MAM cases between community and facility levels.
• Strengthen referral linkages among Health Posts, Health Centers, and Stabilization Centers.
• Promote community awareness on early detection and care-seeking for acute malnutrition.

 CMAM Service Readiness and Treatment Support

• Support PHCUs to provide quality CMAM services (OTP, SC, TSFP) in line with national protocols and SPHERE standards.
• Ensure functional OTP sites and Stabilization Centers with required equipment and staffing.
• Provide technical support for case management of SAM and MAM cases.
• Facilitate service integration with IYCF, health, and WASH services.
• Support surge response and emergency preparedness in high-risk areas.

 Nutrition Service Quality Assurance

• Conduct regular supportive supervision and on-site mentoring of health workers.
• Ensure adherence to CMAM protocols, guidelines, and performance indicators.
• Review program data for quality, accuracy, and performance monitoring.
• Facilitate clinical audits and program reviews to improve service delivery.
• Promote accountability to affected populations and community feedback mechanisms.

CMAM Supply and Logistics Management

• Ensure uninterrupted availability of therapeutic supplies (RUTF, F-75, F-100, essential drugs).
• Monitor stock levels, distribution, and proper utilization at all facilities.
• Strengthen logistics systems and reporting tools for nutrition commodities.
• Coordinate with supply chain teams and partners to prevent stock-outs.
• Support proper storage, handling, and accountability of supplies.

 Capacity Building and Field Support

• Provide CMAM and IYCF training to health workers and community volunteers.
• Conduct on-the-job coaching, mentoring, and supportive supervision.
• Strengthen capacity of PHCU staff on data management and reporting.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and continuous professional development.

 Stakeholder Coordination and Integration

• Coordinate with Woreda Health Offices, partners, and sector coordination platforms.
• Participate in nutrition technical working groups and cluster meetings.
• Ensure alignment with National Nutrition Program and Emergency Nutrition Response.
• Strengthen collaboration across sectors (health, WASH, food security).

Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, and Learning (MEAL)

• Ensure timely and accurate collection, analysis, and reporting of CMAM data.
• Track key indicators (admission, cure, default, mortality rates).
• Conduct assessments, surveys, and program reviews.
• Document lessons learned and best practices for program improvement.
• Support evidence-based decision-making and reporting to donors.

Required Education, training, license, registration, and/or Certification:  

• BSc degree in Public Health/Nursing/Nutrition and related field of study from accredited college and or universities;

Certificates on:

• Acute malnutrition 2019 revised guideline training o Integrated
• Pharmaceuticals Logistics System (IPLS) Last updated: June 2024 o
• Trained on Family MUAC approach and TSFP/MAM

Required Professional Experience:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in CMAM programming, emergency nutrition, or public health, preferably in pastoralist or ASAL (Arid and Semi-Arid Lands)
• Proven experience in implementing OTP, SC, and TSFP programs and supporting health systems at woreda and PHCU level.
• Hands-on experience with nutrition screening, active case finding, and referral systems, including community-based approaches.
• Experience in training, mentoring, and supportive supervision of health workers and HEWs on CMAM and IYCF. •
• Prior involvement in Emergency Nutrition Response projects and coordination with government and partners (e.g., Woreda Health Offices, NGOs, UN agencies).
• Experience in supply chain management for nutrition commodities (RUTF, F-75, F-100, anthropometric equipment).
• Strong understanding of Ethiopia National CMAM Protocol, National Nutrition Program (NNP), and SPHERE standards.
• Familiarity with Family MUAC approach and community engagement strategies.
• Knowledge of IYCF-E (Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies) principles and integration into CMAM services.
• Understanding of pastoralist livelihoods and cultural practices in Afar region.
• Working knowledge of health system structure in Ethiopia (PHCU, Woreda Health Offices, etc.).
• Basic data management and reporting skills (e.g., DHIS2, CMAM reporting tools).

Preferred Experience, Knowledge and/or Key Competencies:

• Strong technical competency in CMAM and emergency nutrition programming.
• Excellent training, coaching, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in remote, hardship, and culturally diverse settings.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Good planning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and teamwork.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to work with local communities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Required Language(s):

• English and knowledge of local language is advantageous