Healthcare and MedicalFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is looking for a Midwife to provide high-quality obstetrical care to pregnant women and their newborns. The primary purpose of this role is to manage follow-up before, during, and after delivery according to MSF obstetrical and reproductive health protocols, universal hygiene standards, and newborn care guidelines. Working under the supervision of a specialist doctor, the Midwife ensures safe delivery conditions and works to prevent post-delivery complications.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Midwifery: Implement and ensure continuity of antenatal and postnatal care, family planning, and obstetrical care (BEmONC and CEmONC). This includes managing neonatal and comprehensive maternal care, cases of sexual violence, reproductive tract infections, and fistula care.
PMTCT Management: Execute PMTCT protocols within ANC, delivery, and PNC consultations, covering pre-counseling, testing, and post-counseling.
Obstetric Emergencies: Conduct normal deliveries independently and manage obstetric emergencies; identify and timely refer cases requiring specialized intervention.
Newborn Follow-up: Monitor newborns from delivery to discharge, educating mothers and families on breastfeeding, vaccinations, and the risks associated with harmful traditional practices.
Clinical Documentation: Maintain accurate patient files, including vital signs, medication charts (e.g., magnesium sulphate, oxytocin), blood transfusion logs, and fluid input/output monitoring.
Hygiene & Sterilization: Adhere to MSF hygiene and sterilization criteria and maintain biomedical equipment according to user manuals and protocols.
Pharmacy & Stock Management: Monitor and guarantee a regular supply of drugs and medical equipment required for maternity activities, ensuring pharmacy stock levels are updated.
Collaboration: Assist medical doctors during examinations and inpatient rounds; collaborate with Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) and Community Health Workers (CHWs) for community referrals.
Patient Rights: Ensure patient privacy and confidentiality are maintained at all times and supervise administrative admission procedures.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: An essential Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN). A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Midwifery is highly desirable.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of working experience in midwifery-related activities is required.
Languages: Proficiency in English and Swahili is essential. Fluency in the Somali language is considered a significant asset.
Competencies: Strong commitment to service, teamwork, flexibility, and a results-oriented mindset.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply through the MSF recruitment portal. Please navigate to the following link to submit your application: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1154389. Ensure you follow the instructions on the partner site to complete your profile and upload necessary documentation.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the MSF application link on the MyJobMag portal: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1154389. Ensure all required professional certifications and CV details are provided during the application process.
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