Gestor/a para facilitación y consejería comunitaria-San José la Arada,Chiquimula

Organizational Context

The World Food Programme (WFP) in Guatemala supports the government's efforts towards sustainable and inclusive development, focusing on resilience, nutrition-sensitive programs, and rural transformation. WFP provides technical assistance for social protection and emergency preparedness, promoting behavior change communication to improve diets and climate change adaptation. The agency aims to achieve Zero Hunger and combat malnutrition, working with vulnerable populations and addressing chronic malnutrition and anemia, which are significant public health challenges exacerbated by climate-related emergencies.

Job Purpose

The World Food Programme (WFP) is a leading UN humanitarian agency dedicated to saving lives and changing lives by providing food assistance and building resilient communities. In Guatemala, WFP collaborates with the government to achieve Zero Hunger and improve nutrition, particularly addressing high rates of chronic malnutrition and anemia. This role supports WFP's mission by engaging directly with communities affected by climate change impacts, such as floods and droughts. The objective is to implement timely, evidence-based humanitarian responses, including nutritional screenings and immediate treatment, to prevent the worsening of acute malnutrition and support the recovery of vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the WFP Guatemala Nutrition Associate, the Community Facilitation and Counseling Officer will participate in training on activity objectives, key messages (healthy eating, hygiene, family co-responsibility), and playful methodologies. Responsibilities include registering participants, assisting with activity setup and participant flow, and ensuring a respectful, inclusive, and safe environment. The role involves facilitating community fair stations, clearly explaining activities, and conveying key messages on healthy eating, hygiene practices, and family co-responsibility in nutrition and health. The officer will address basic family queries or refer them to technical staff, participate in feedback sessions, and prepare reports detailing activities, participant numbers, and outcomes.

Work Experience

No prior experience is required. However, one month of relevant experience in community or rural settings is desirable. Experience in nutrition training, particularly as a community nutrition counselor with WFP or similar organizations, is also preferred. Basic reading and writing skills are necessary.

Skills

Key competencies include adaptability, flexibility, effective communication, planning, organization, inclusion, respect, self-management, and group management/conflict resolution. Desirable skills include the ability to facilitate participatory sessions, oral and written communication, cultural and social sensitivity, proactivity, dynamism, creativity, and basic literacy.

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