ACT INTERNATIONAL
Anthropometric Assistant
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Posted date 15th July, 2025 Last date to apply 19th July, 2025
Country Pakistan Locations LHR-Kasur-Chunian,LHR-Kasur,LHR-Kasur-Pattoki,LHR-Indus jubliee town, LHR-Mianmeer,LHR-Kahna nu,Sahiwal-Chichawatni,Sahiwal-Pakpattan,sahiwal-Arifwala, sahiwal-Okara-Depalpur,Lahore–Kasur–Chunian, Lahore–Kasur,Lahore–Kasur–Pattoki,Lahore–Indus Jubilee Town,Lahore–Mianmeer,Lahore–Kahna Nau,
Category Development Sector
Salary 60,000-62,000
Type Full Time Positions 10
Experience 3 years

locations: LHR-Kasur-Chunian,LHR-Kasur,LHR-Kasur-Pattoki,LHR-Indus jubliee town, LHR-Mianmeer,LHR-Kahna nu,Sahiwal-Chichawatni,Sahiwal-Pakpattan,sahiwal-Arifwala, sahiwal-Okara-Depalpur,Lahore–Kasur–Chunian, Lahore–Kasur,Lahore–Kasur–Pattoki,Lahore–Indus Jubilee Town,Lahore–Mianmeer,Lahore–Kahna Nau,

Job Description:

  • Anthropometric Measurements:
    Accurately perform MUAC, weight, and height/length measurements for children and pregnant/lactating women (PLWs) in accordance with BNP protocols.
  • Record Management:
    Maintain and regularly update TSFP and OTP registers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data recording standards.
  • SBCC Awareness Sessions:
    Conduct awareness sessions on Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC), focusing on the use of SNF, importance of nutrition, hygiene, and maternal and child health, as per BNP guidelines.
  • Equipment Maintenance:
    Ensure all anthropometric equipment (e.g., scales, MUAC tapes, height/length boards) is clean, well-maintained, and securely stored.
  • Reporting Support:
    Support the FC Coordinator in preparing daily and weekly reports related to measurements and awareness sessions.

Additional Responsibilities (when and where required):

  • Crowd Management:
    In the absence of a designated Crowd Controller, manage beneficiary flow at the FC and maintain the Crowd Controller Register to ensure organized service delivery.
  • Field Mobilization:
    Participate in need-based field visits (BISP Cash Camps) to support social mobilization activities, in coordination with the Social Mobilizer and/or FC Coordinator.
  • Follow-Up Support (SAM & MAM Cases):
    Assist in the follow-up of defaulters and due cases (Yellow, Red, Black categories)—especially SAM and MAM cases—as directed by the FC Coordinator. Record feedback and assist with proper documentation of follow-up outcomes.

Education:

  • Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, or a related discipline.

Experience:

  • At least 1–2 years of experience in community-based health/nutrition programs.
  • Prior experience in conducting anthropometric measurements and working in CMAM/TSFP/OTP settings is preferable.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Strong understanding of basic nutrition concepts, particularly related to stunting, wasting, SAM/MAM.
  • Proficient in performing MUAC, height/length, and weight measurements with accuracy.
  • Experience in maintaining health/nutrition records (e.g., TSFP/OTP registers).
  • Familiarity with SBCC (Social and Behavior Change Communication) approaches.
  • Good interpersonal and community mobilization skills.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making abilities in field settings.
  • Ability to manage crowds and assist in client flow during busy FC hours.
  • Basic data collection and reporting skills.
  • Computer literacy: Able to use Android devices and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) for reporting purposes.

Languages:

  • Fluency in Urdu and the local dialect of the duty station.

Basic English communication skills, especially for reporting and coordination

Note: Preference will be given to candidates from the local community of the district

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