Wellness and Nutrition Educator in Togo

Job description

We are looking for U.S. citizens who want to be a part of something bigger and are willing to go the distance to make a difference. Is that you?

In more than 60 countries, Peace Corps Volunteers are putting their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with welcoming host communities – growing, teaching, learning, and making change together.

As a Peace Corps Volunteer, you'll live and work alongside community members on locally prioritized projects, receiving a stipend and other support as you immerse yourself in a new culture. You’ll build relationships, exchange knowledge, and help transform lives for generations.

About the project

Looking for a way to encourage healthy behaviors in a rural community? If so, a health center in Togo is waiting for you!

Togo has made progress in improving health care, especially for mothers and children, and in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). But many people—especially women in rural areas—still do not use available health services. Nearly 60% of births happen outside the health system, which increases the risk of death during childbirth. Babies are also at high risk, and many children under the age of five experience poor growth because of chronic malnutrition. Rural clinics often struggle with insufficient staff and supplies to both educate families and support clinic services.

As a Wellness and Nutrition Educator, you will work with community health workers to support families to adopt healthier habits. This includes encouraging pregnant women to seek prenatal care, helping parents monitor their children’s growth, promoting nutritious diets, and teaching good hygiene and malaria prevention. You may also work with the youth at schools or in clubs to teach practical life skills. Your collaborative role will help community members make informed decisions for their health.

Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Togo project page.