Hygiene Assistant

Nguru, Yobe State, Nigeria

Full Time

Programmes - WASH

Entry Level

Company Overview
Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. For almost 45 years, across countries, we have been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe.

We carry out innovative, lifesaving programs in Health, Nutrition, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) and Social Protection.

Action Against Hunger Nigeria (ACF Nigeria) LTD/GTE began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, focusing on integrated programming. Action Against Hunger currently implements multi-sectorial humanitarian and development interventions in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria, funded by AFD, EU/ECHO, French Government, GAC, GFFO, SIDA, US Government, and WAM Foundation.

ACF Nigeria is currently looking to fill the role of Hygiene Assistant who will assist in undertaking hygiene promotion-related activities and non-food items distribution to affected populations.

Position Details

Reporting to: Hygiene Officer
Proposed start date: February 2026
Work location: Nguru, Yobe State

The title of the position is responsible for:
Mission 1: Assist in context assessment and developing materials for hygiene promotion.
Tasks :

Conduct initial rapid needs assessment for affected communities and Health facilities
Assist in conducting home visits and visits to the community (schools, Health facilities, etc.) to identify gaps in terms of hygiene, sanitation and use of water.
Assist in preparing training modules for the promotion of hygiene practices at the household and community levels.
Assist in developing training tools adapted to different audiences using different approaches; songs, role games, meetings, training courses.
Assist in identifying targeted partners within the communities: schools, hospitals, clinics, etc.
Conduct household census to determine beneficiary population.

Mission 2: Carry out emergency safe hygiene promotion and mobilize members of the beneficiary communities and health facilities
Tasks :

Organize emergency hygiene promotion awareness raising sessions.
Mobilize communities and health facilities to adopt safe hygiene practices as promoted by the project (latrine construction, hand washing facilities, environmental cleanliness)
Assist in conducting training sessions for the community workers and/or targeted populations.
Conduct focus group discussion for Women and Girls to identify a location for the construction of WASH facilities
Write a weekly activity report.
Propose possible improvements.

Mission 3 : Assist in carrying out shelter, hygiene and NFI kits distribution.
Tasks :

Assist in the process of beneficiaries selection to receive NFI assistance.
Assist in beneficiary registration.
Assist in distributing shelter, Hygiene and NFI kits to registered beneficiaries.

Additional Responsibilities:

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other related tasks as required and responsible for reporting and communication of progress and achievement of the specific assigned task.
Maintenance of high technical standards
Professionally conduct all duties following Action Against Hunger Nigeria mission staff regulations, Action Against Hunger mandate and charter, including promotion of gender equality.
Weekly plan and report against the plan
Monthly field activity report

Position Requirements:

Minimum of National Diploma in Public Health or Health related field.
Motivated, open, creative, mature, responsible, flexible, and culturally sensitive
Willing and able to be based and travel regularly within remote areas, where services are limited.
Fluency in Hausa and English.
Commitment to Action Against Hunger Nigeria’s mission, values, and policy
Good knowledge of the intervention area/s and local economy

At Action Against Hunger, we foster a work culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive

Application Deadline:
Wednesday, 11^th February 2026 at 05:00 pm (Nigerian Time)

Important Notice:
Action Against Hunger does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process – this includes application, interview, or processing fees.

Our Commitment:
We are dedicated to preventing all forms of unwanted behavior in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct. We are equally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults. We prioritize hiring individuals who embody and uphold our core values.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Action Against Hunger is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment Process:
All shortlisted candidates will undergo thorough reference and background checks, and are expected to adhere to organizational standards and principles.

Employee Benefits Include (but are not limited to):

100% health care coverage
Free and direct access to Talent Soft e-learning platform
Maternity or Paternity leave
Compassionate leave for a hospitalized child
Creche facilities for babies

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