Healthcare & Nutrition Specialist

• MR
• Full-time
• Published: 2025-07-22 05:00:00Z

Overview: 

Reclaim is a Christian, global nonprofit committed to helping individuals and communities flourish by removing barriers to dignity. Working in regions like North Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, Reclaim partners with local communities to address needs in areas such as education, health, agriculture, disability services, and anti-trafficking efforts. Rooted in listening and collaboration, their work fosters life-giving spaces where people can thrive.

Many people in Nouakchott suffer from limited healthcare access, malnutrition, and poor sanitation. This opportunity aims to provide essential medical and nutritional support.

Requirements:

Background in medicine, public health, or nutrition.

Experience in community health education.

Ability to work in low-resource environments to improve access to care.

Knowledge of French, or willingness to work through a translator 

Responsibilities: 

Offer basic healthcare and hygiene training for families.

Advocate for better maternal care, including breastfeeding education.

Work on AIDS awareness and access to medication.

Improve nutrition initiatives, ensuring access to healthy food and clean water.

Benefits: 

Professionals in this role are considered 'supported staff." Rather than receiving a traditional salary from Reclaim, they build a network of donors--friends, family, churches, or other supporters--who commit to financially supporting their work.