Job at Developmental Action Without Borders - Nabaa
Job at Developmental Action Without Borders - Nabaa
I) Key Responsibilities of the Midwife:
1. Reproductive Health and Family Planning:
Provide accurate information about available reproductive health services and facilitate access to appropriate clinical consultations.
Provide counselling on family planning options and support women in making informed decisions regarding their reproductive health.
Refer cases to the clinic nurse or gynecologist, as appropriate.
2. Antenatal Care and Pregnancy Follow-up:
Conduct antenatal consultations and routine pregnancy follow-ups.
Monitor maternal health indicators, including blood pressure, weight, and other relevant pregnancy-related assessments.
3. Maternal Health Counselling:
Provide counselling on maternal nutrition, personal hygiene, healthy pregnancy practices, birth preparedness, pregnancy warning signs, and the importance of timely medical consultation.
4. Postnatal Care and Counselling:
Provide postnatal counselling on maternal recovery, breastfeeding, newborn care, and postpartum family planning.
5. Medical Referrals and Follow-up:
Coordinate with the clinic nurse and gynecologist to ensure appropriate medical follow-up and timely referrals for high-risk pregnancies or other complications.
6. Psychosocial Support Coordination:
Coordinate with the psychosocial support team when women require additional emotional or psychological support.
7. Health Awareness Sessions:
Prepare and facilitate health awareness sessions for women and girls on maternal health, family planning, pregnancy care, and other relevant topics.
8. Team Collaboration:
Coordinate with the project team to identify gaps in women's access to reproductive health services and propose appropriate responses.
9. Record Keeping and Documentation:
Maintain accurate and confidential records of consultations, maternal health assessments, follow-ups, and referrals.
10. Reporting:
Prepare monthly activity reports highlighting achievements, challenges, service gaps, and recommendations.
11. Compliance with Policies:
Demonstrate complete commitment to Nabaa's Code of Conduct and protection policies, including PSEAH, child protection, complaints mechanisms, and safeguarding.
Adhere to medical ethics, patient confidentiality, and established clinical protocols.
12. Additional Duties:
Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of midwifery practice and professional qualifications.
II) Minimum Qualifications:
1. Academic Qualifications:
Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Midwifery from a recognized educational institution.
Valid license or authorization to practice midwifery in Lebanon, as required by applicable regulations.
2. Professional Qualifications:
3 - 5 years of proven experience in midwifery, maternal healthcare, or reproductive health services, preferably in community health clinics, NGOs, or humanitarian contexts.
Experience in antenatal and postnatal care, family planning counselling, and maternal health education.
3. Competencies / Soft Skills:
Strong understanding of maternal health, reproductive health, and patient-centered care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to challenging situations.
Commitment to humanitarian principles, medical ethics, and values.
Strong ability to maintain patient confidentiality and respect privacy.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Empathy and cultural sensitivity when working with women and girls from diverse backgrounds.
4. Competencies / Technical Skills:
Strong knowledge of antenatal and postnatal care, family planning methods, and maternal health monitoring.
Ability to identify pregnancy-related warning signs and facilitate appropriate medical referrals.
Knowledge of reproductive health education, breastfeeding counselling, and maternal nutrition.
Familiarity with infection prevention and control procedures and clinical safety standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Internet research.
Strong report-writing skills with attention to clarity and accuracy.
Effective verbal and written communication in Arabic and English with beneficiaries and relevant stakeholders.
Efficient and precise data entry with keen attention to detail.
Interested candidates are invited to complete the application form https://Recruitmentuser.nabaa-lb.org:45782/ApplyJob?IdJob=4016 by no later than November 13 ,2026
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted and only applications received through the link will be considered. Shortlisting of applications will begin immediately, and interviews may be held before the closing date