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JOB PURPOSE
The main objective is to provide sexual and reproductive health care to young women, pregnant women and their babies, doing follow up before, during and after delivery, according to national obstetrical and reproductive health protocols, universal hygienic and newborn caring standards and under supervision of a supervisor/specialist doctor, to ensure their health conditions and avoid complications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensuring the implementation and continuity of antenatal and postnatal care, family planning, obstetrical care (BEmONC 1 and CEmONC 2), neonatal and comprehensive abortion care, management of victims of sexual violence, reproductive tract infections and Fistula care in accordance with INTERSOS Reproductive Core Package of Activities and reinforce the implementation of standardized protocols.
- Where PMTCT is implemented, ensuring implementation of the PMTCT protocol in the ANC/delivery and PNC consultations (pre counselling, test and post counselling based on national guidelines.
- Collaborating with the medical doctor and /or nurse in the management of Sexual Violence cases
- Assessing the feasibility for referral of pregnant women form the TBAs to the OPD/MCH for medical evaluation and/or complicated deliveries.
- Ensuring hygiene and sterilization criteria (including universal precautions) are met according to National specifications.
- Performing cleaning and minor maintenance for biomedical equipment used. Following the user manual and protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
- Guaranteeing a regular and ongoing supply of drugs and equipment required for maternity activities (including monitoring/consumption control/ordering of orders.
- Properly following up all new born babies from delivery until discharge, informing mothers and relatives about importance of breast feeding, vaccination and possible complications resulting from harmful traditional practices.
- Ensuring patients’ right to privacy and confidentiality is respected.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education & Professional Requirements:
- Diploma in Midwifery and Nursing from an accredited institution is desirable
- Possession of a valid practicing license
- At least 2 years post-qualifying experience in a similar environment/Humanitarian context
Personal requirements.
- Essential computer literacy (word, excel, and internet)
- Leadership, people management, and development, teamwork, and cooperation
- Understanding of humanitarian operations principles, standards, and best practices
- Manages effectively his/her own time as well as flexible and available to work overtime when needed.
Language requirements.
Competent in mission language English and desirable local languages (Shuwa Arabic, Kanuri, and Hausa Languages).
How to apply
Interested candidates should complete this Form and attach their CV with Cover Letter following this format “Surname_ Position you applied for”.
Application Deadline: apply not later than Saturday, 01st November 2025 by 12:00 PM.
ONLY applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. INTERSOS reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
INTERSOS is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
INTERSOS has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote.
For more information about INTERSOS, go to https://www.intersos.org/en/what-we-do/nigeria/