The position of Midwife at SRCS in Garowe is now open for applications. This Health/wash sector position calls for a professional with 3 - 4 years of demonstrated expertise. Qualified candidates are urged to apply before the Nov, 13 deadline.
Position: MIDWIFE
Job Grade:
Band 3
Department:
Health
Location
Garowe -
Kalabeyr
Reports To:
Clinic In-Charge / Nurse In-Charge
Direct Reports:
None
Overall Job Purpose
Provide comprehensive midwifery care to women, newborns and families at an SRCS primary health care clinic, including antenatal care, safe labour and delivery, basic emergency obstetric and newborn care (BMOC), postnatal care, counselling and referral. Deliver respectful, evidence-based care in accordance with SRCS health policies, national guidelines and established midwifery standards, contributing to the prevention of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Programme Implementation
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Provide routine antenatal care, assess and monitor pregnant women, identify danger signs and risk factors, develop care plans, and provide counselling on birth preparedness, hygiene, nutrition and maternal health.
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Identify pregnancies and mothers with complications or other vulnerabilities, provide initial management within the scope of practice, and arrange timely referral to an appropriate facility.
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Provide respectful maternity care, clear health information, emotional support and reassurance to women and their families throughout pregnancy, labour, delivery and the postnatal period.
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Administer prescribed medicines, injections and intravenous fluids safely and monitor women during labour and when providing basic emergency obstetric and newborn care (BMOC), in accordance with approved protocols and scope of practice.
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Conduct normal deliveries safely using clean delivery practices, monitor labour and maternal and fetal wellbeing, provide immediate essential newborn care, and initiate appropriate resuscitation when indicated and within competency.
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Recognize and provide initial management of obstetric and newborn emergencies within the scope of practice, including the relevant components of BMOC, and promptly stabilize and refer cases requiring higher-level care.
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Provide compassionate, confidential support and appropriate care to women and families experiencing miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss or other adverse pregnancy outcomes.
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Provide postnatal assessment and care for mothers and newborns, identify danger signs, support early and exclusive breastfeeding, counsel on newborn care and nutrition, and arrange follow-up or referral as needed.
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Monitor and maintain adequate stocks of essential medicines, delivery and newborn-care supplies, infection prevention materials and equipment; submit timely requisitions and report shortages to the clinic in-charge.
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Maintain complete and accurate records of antenatal visits, deliveries, postnatal care, newborn services, referrals and other midwifery activities; compile and submit routine clinic reports on time.
Operations Management
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Implement and contribute to the review of maternal, newborn and reproductive health services at the primary health care clinic, including antenatal, delivery, postnatal and BMOC services.
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Provide health education and counselling to women, mothers and caregivers on maternal and newborn health, breastfeeding, nutrition, family planning, danger signs, birth preparedness and timely care-seeking.
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Participate in clinic emergency preparedness, rapid assessments and response activities, and support surveillance, early notification and referral of priority maternal, newborn and public health events.
Partnerships/Relationships
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Coordinate with the clinic in-charge, nursing staff, other SRCS health workers and relevant referral facilities to ensure continuity of care and timely referral for women and newborns.
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Participate in relevant clinic meetings, maternal and child health reviews, trainings and workshops as requested by the clinic in-charge or SRCS management.
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Perform other related midwifery and primary health care duties assigned by the clinic in-charge or SRCS management, consistent with professional competencies and scope of practice.
About Garowe
Garowe is the administrative capital of the Puntland State of Somalia. The city has developed into an important center for governance, education, and humanitarian operations in northeastern Somalia. Many international organizations maintain offices in Garowe, supporting development and resilience-building programs across the region.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Garoowe • Caafimaad • Shaqo Cusub • Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Buuxda • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda