Job Description
YouthLink seeks qualified candidates for the following positions to support its emergency El Niño response, funded under the FCDO Somalia IRF project, through mobile clinic outreach to IDP camps in Daynile District. The expected start date is 9th October 2026.
POSITIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
1. Health Facility Supervisor – 1 post Oversee daily services, staff deployment, clinical quality, referrals, supplies and reporting. Provide supportive supervision and ensure compliance with approved protocols.
2. Qualified Nurse (OPD, ANC/PNC/OTP) – 5 posts Provide outpatient, antenatal and postnatal care; screen for malnutrition, manage eligible OTP cases and arrange referrals. Maintain accurate clinical records.
3. Auxiliary Nurse (Pharmacy and IYCF) – 3 posts Support dispensing of authorised prescriptions under clinical supervision, maintain stock records and provide infant and young child feeding (IYCF) counselling within training and competence.
4. Protection Assistant – 1 post
Provide case management, psychosocial support and
counselling to SGBV survivors; conduct community
sensitisation sessions; and facilitate referrals and support
groups in close collaboration with the health and nutrition
team.
Health Facility Supervisor
Recognised qualification in nursing or a related clinical discipline, with relevant clinical and supervisory experience in health and nutrition services.
Qualified Nurse (OPD, ANC/PNC/OTP) Recognised nursing diploma or degree, applicable professional registration and at least two years of relevant experience, including OPD, ANC/PNC and OTP.
Auxiliary Nurse (Pharmacy and IYCF)
Recognised auxiliary nursing qualification, with relevant experience in supervised pharmacy support and training in IYCF counselling.
Protection Assistant
Recognised qualification in psychology, social work, counselling or a related discipline, combined with practical experience in counselling and psychosocial support. Applications from candidates with experience in humanitarian settings are strongly encouraged.
COMMON REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION PACKAGE AND SUBMISSION
Fluency in Somali, a working knowledge of English, accurate documentation skills and the ability to work in a team. Willingness to travel to IDP camps. Humanitarian experience is desirable.
Submit your CV and cover letter, specifying the position
applied for to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and recruitment will continue until the positions are filled. Early applications are encouraged.
Application Closing Date: 12 October 2026 at 11:59 PM (East Africa Time, EAT).
Email subject: Mobile Clinic Outreach Application – [Position Title]
YouthLink Somalia is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to uphold professional conduct, confidentiality and protection from harm.
Apply on [email protected]
Sida loo codsado
Shaqadan waxaa lagu soo bandhigay FursadLink, codsiyadana waxaa loo diraa emaylka rasmiga ah ee ururka. Isticmaal badhanka “Ku codso Emayl” ee kor ku yaal si aad u sii wadato. Fadlan ku xus “EMERGENCY RESPONSE VACANCIES Health, Nutrition and Protection Team (10 POSSITIONS), Nationwide”. Kaliya codsadayaasha la xushay ayaa la soo xiriiri doonaa. Youthlink waa shaqo-bixiye fursad siman siiya dhammaan, waxaanu si gaar ah ugu dhiirrigelinayaa haweenka inay codsadaan.