Healthcare
Midwife
Full-Time
The Afghan Red Crescent Society, established in 1934, is an independent and humanitarian organization recognized by the Government of Afghanistan as a charitable and impartial organization for government agencies. The Afghan Red Crescent Society plays an important role in providing voluntary services and humanitarian assistance. According to the law and the statutes, the National Society carries out its activities in accordance with its seven principles of philanthropy, impartiality, independence, voluntary service, unity and inclusiveness. Among other things, the National Society is responsible for assisting affected communities, providing emergency shelter and distributing relief items to vulnerable people. Through a network of 7 regional zones and 34 provincial offices, with over 20,000 trained staff and volunteers, in collaboration with national and international organizations, the Afghan Red Crescent Society has managed to maintain its neutrality and has a reputation that enables its teams to carry out principled humanitarian actions across conflict lines, including in large parts of areas controlled by armed opposition groups. It is strengthened by the support of its partners, such as the esteemed International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and other partners.
Job Summary
- Recruiter: ARCS
- Degree: 14-grade graduate - Bachelor
- Vacancies Number: 1
- Province: Nimruz
- Gender: Female
- Experience: 3 - 4 years
- Deadline: 2026-09-01
The Midwife will have responsibilities that include:
- Deliver RMNCH services in accordance with MISP guidelines and established health protocols.
- Provide essential newborn care, including neonatal resuscitation, thermal care, skin-to-skin contact, eye care, safe cord care, and early breastfeeding initiation.
- Distribute clean delivery kits to pregnant women and Dignity MISP kits to women of reproductive age.
- Provide routine obstetric care for women experiencing normal deliveries.
- Identify maternal and newborn danger signs and complications, including bleeding, pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, anemia, and puerperal infections, and refer serious cases to appropriate health facilities.
- Provide appropriate health services and support for GBV survivors.
- Manage sexually transmitted infections (STIs) using the recommended syndromic approach.
- Provide family planning services in line with the MHTE package.
- Screen mothers for malnutrition and provide appropriate counseling and follow-up where required.
- Promote the proper use of iron and folic acid supplements among pregnant women.
- Promote the use of iodized salt and healthy nutritional practices.
- Conduct health education on reproductive health and provide MIYCN information to pregnant and breastfeeding women.
- Maintain accurate records of all activities and prepare timely weekly and monthly reports.
Job Requirment
- Must be an Afghan citizen.
- Hold a minimum 14th-grade qualification or a valid midwifery certificate/licence issued or recognized by the Ministry of Public Health.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience working under the Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS).
- Good understanding of the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) and its implementation.
Submission Guideline
Application Instructions;
To apply for the above-mentioned position, applicants must submit all required documents in a single PDF file to the specified email address. The application package should include:
- Updated CV
- Educational certificates/documents
- Proof of relevant work experience
- Copy of national ID card
Important: Applicants must clearly mention the position title and vacancy code in the email when submitting their documents. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Each applicant is permitted to apply for only one position. Applications submitted for multiple positions may be disqualified, and no complaints regarding this requirement will be considered.
- Contact: 0701436832
- Email: Application Form: hr@arcs.af
Country
Afghanistan
City
Nimruz
