Gestor/a para facilitación y consejería comunitaria - Tucurú, Alta Verapaz

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, climate change adaptation, and overall community resilience. The agency is committed to achieving Zero Hunger and improving nutrition by 2030, working to break the cycle of hunger and poverty through gender equality, women's empowerment, and the inclusion of vulnerable populations.

Job Purpose

The World Food Programme (WFP) in Guatemala is dedicated to combating hunger and improving nutrition, particularly in regions facing high rates of chronic malnutrition and anemia. This role supports WFP's commitment to achieving Zero Hunger by 2030 by working to break the cycle of hunger and poverty. The assignment focuses on community-level interventions to enhance food security and nutritional status, especially in areas affected by climate change-related emergencies. The Community Facilitation and Counseling Officer will play a crucial part in delivering essential health and nutrition education, identifying malnutrition cases, and supporting immediate treatment and recovery efforts, thereby contributing to the overall well-being and resilience of vulnerable communities.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) Programme Associate, the Community Facilitation and Counseling Officer will be responsible for facilitating community activities, including educational fairs and workshops. This includes registering participants, organizing event logistics, and ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment. The role involves clearly explaining key messages on healthy eating, hygiene practices, and family co-responsibility in nutrition and health. The officer will address basic family queries, escalating complex issues to technical staff, and participating in team feedback sessions. A key responsibility is to prepare reports detailing activities conducted, participant numbers, and outcomes, contributing to the monitoring and evaluation of WFP's community outreach programs.

Work Experience

No prior experience is required, but 1 month of relevant experience is preferred. Mandatory experience includes working in community or rural settings. Desirable experience involves nutrition training, ideally as a community nutrition counselor within WFP or similar organizations. The role requires the ability to facilitate participatory sessions, strong oral and written communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the capacity to work inclusively with diverse communities. Proactivity, dynamism, and creativity are also valued.

Skills

Key competencies include adaptability, flexibility, effective communication, planning, organization, inclusion, respect, self-management, and group management/conflict resolution. Expertise areas include communication, community development, and development programs. The role requires basic reading and writing skills and the ability to facilitate participatory sessions.

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