With more than 40 years of experience working in PNG, World Vision Papua New Guinea (WVPNG) focuses on helping the most vulnerable children and adults experience fullness of life. Inspired by our Christian faith, WVPNG has an exciting opportunity for someone who may be looking for a change and wants to become part of a dynamic team helping vulnerable people and communities.

World Vision Papua New Guinea (WVPNG) has an exciting opportunity for those of you who want a change and want to become part of a dynamic team. We are currently looking for a suitable, qualified, experienced, and highly motivated professional to fill the Health Nutrition Facilitator role to be based in Balimo, Western Province.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To implement and facilitate agricultural nutrition and WASH activities to improve the nutritional status of children under 5 and their mothers within the project sites via better food access through improved production, availability & affordability of diverse nutritional food.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. i) Program Management and Evaluation

• coordinator to ensure smooth running of the project.
• Facilitate Nutrition and WASH technical programmes as per the designed Annual Development Plan (AD Plan)
• Work closely with target communities and households on a regular basis to support them in attaining their goals for nutrition, food diversity/ security, and sustainable agriculture
• Conduct weekly/monthly monitoring of attendance, active participation and other output indicators; assess quality implementation of activities
• Conduct regular site visits to project locations to provide technical Nutritional and WASH input, guidance, and coaching to volunteers and partners
• Provide support to select and adapt curricula and interventions to fit the context, culture, and audience
• Provide technical support to baselines, mid-term, and end-of-project evaluations.

1. ii) Quality Assurance

• Monitor progress and evaluate project objectives, make recommendations as appropriate
• Design standard/protocols for training interventions, trialed and tested ready for use.
• Participate and contribute effectively to learning and reflections event in the Area Program and for the project.
• Assess and provide support to the community members & leaders through regular on-site supervisory and advisory visits to enhance community’s competency

iii) Representation & Networking

• Serve as community liaison between World Vision and local government agencies and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with key local government personnel, local leadership, interest groups and Programme quality staff in the design of appropriate strategies for target population and to enhance programme effectiveness

1. iv) Documentation

• Provide monthly statistical and narrative reports on nutritional and agricultural programs
• Compile and present meeting minutes with stakeholders and workshop or training report on time to project coordinator.
• Provide monthly progress reports, assist in compilation of quarterly, biannual, annual and end of project report

1. v) Financial Management

• Ensure expenditures are within budget and in compliance with financial standards

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION/SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Degree/Diploma/ Certificate in Mother & Child Health Nutrition/Community health or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the field.
• Working knowledge of the Mother & Child Health and Nutrition situation in the country.
• Experience working with individuals/groups and able to work and communicate as a team member.
• Experience in project design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and report writing.
• Experience in working with the settlements

A competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities will be offered commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and qualifications.

Interested applicants should submit the following documents, all in one PDF file, before Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 11:59 PM (Midnight, PNG Time)

• Expression of interest
• Detailed CV
• Valid Police & Medical Clearance Certificate

Note: This is a National Role, and we encourage qualified Nationals who fit the criteria above to apply.

World Vision is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Qualified women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

World Vision is committed to the protection of children. We do not employ staff whose background is not aligned with our safeguarding practices. Hence, employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks, where possible.

We appreciate the time it takes to prepare your application. Please note that only short-listed candidates suitable for interviews will be contacted. If you do not hear from World Vision within two (2) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

​Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicant

Apply now and take the next career step with this exciting opportunity!

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