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Mercy Corps Recruitment 2026: Nutrition Program Officer Jobs in Borno (Dikwa & Ngala) – Apply Now

June 9, 2026

Mercy Corps Recruitment 2026: Nutrition Program Officer Jobs in Borno (Dikwa & Ngala) – Apply Now

Mercy Corps is hiring qualified candidates for the position of Nutrition Program Officer in Borno State, Nigeria. The organization is offering two full-time roles based in Dikwa and Ngala, providing an opportunity for professionals in nutrition and public health to contribute to life-saving humanitarian interventions.

Mercy Corps, a global organization operating in more than 40 countries, has been active in Nigeria since 2012. The NGO focuses on delivering impactful programs in humanitarian assistance, economic development, and conflict mitigation, especially in vulnerable regions.

Job Details

Position: Nutrition Program Officer
Number of Openings: 2
Locations: Dikwa and Ngala
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Senior Program Officer – Nutrition and Food Assistance

Program Overview

The Nutrition Program Officer will support a 24-month intervention aligned with the Borno State Government’s development frameworks (2020–2030). The role focuses on tackling malnutrition through both preventive and treatment-based approaches.

Key program components include:

Strengthening Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM)
Managing Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM)
Supporting supplementary feeding programs such as Tom Brown
Collaborating with health partners to maintain Stabilization Centers

Key Responsibilities

Support planning, monitoring, and evaluation of nutrition programs
Provide technical guidance to field teams and partners
Ensure accurate data collection and reporting
Engage communities to promote nutrition awareness
Identify program gaps and recommend improvements

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, or related field
2–3 years of experience in nutrition or humanitarian programs
Strong knowledge of CMAM, SAM, and MAM interventions
Good communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work in high-risk and rural areas
Fluency in English (local language is an added advantage)

Why This Job Matters

This role plays a critical part in addressing malnutrition challenges in conflict-affected areas of Borno State, helping vulnerable communities access essential nutrition and health services.