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Premiere Urgence Internationale (PUI) is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and non-religious international aid organization. Our teams are committed to supporting civilians’ victims of marginalization and exclusion, or hit by natural disasters, wars and economic collapses, by answering their fundamental needs. Our aim is to provide emergency relief to uprooted people in order to help them recover their dignity and regain self-sufficiency.

PUI has been implementing humanitarian activities in Nigeria since April 2016, supporting population with food security, nutrition, health and protection project in Maiduguri and Borno State.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Nutrition Supervisor

Location: Monguno, Borno
Starting date: ASAP
Duration of contract: 3 Months (with possible extension)

General Objective

Working under the guidance and supervision of the Nutrition DPM, the Nutrition Supervisor oversees all activities at CMAM sites, screening, health education, treatment and follow up of children with malnutrition and record keeping.

Responsibilities and Tasks

Overall lead in CMAM treatment points
In liaison with the medical staff refer for medication or dispense routine medication as per Nigerian protocol
Supervise malnutrition screening, admissions, recording of beneficiary information
In liaison with deputy nutrition manager, develop list for home visits and defaulter tracing for Nutrition supervisor to follow up by community nutrition mobilizer
Act as a liaison with the beneficiaries, local population and authorities in order to identify the need, grievances and major events that could have potential consequences for PUI activities
Represent PUI at various nutrition related for as may be required
Participates in recruitment of nutrition staff
Recruit/train daily workers for nutrition
Organize and supervise the day to day schedule of team to guarantee smooth running of project
Participate in drafting of field work plans
Make sure every member of team clearly understands his/her task and has necessary materials to perform task
Ensure work schedules are respected at the field
Organize regular meetings with team and give necessary support
Participate in evaluation and definition of training need for team members.

Specific Objective and Linked Activities

Provide trainings and capacity building to Nutrition Teams.
Ensure quality implementation of CMAM activities.
Prepare and share quality data.
Tracking CMAM project supplies.
Support referral cases of malnutrition.

Note: The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are non-exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project’s needs.

Priorities of the department:

Quality implementation of CMAM program
Quality data management and reporting of CMAM activities
Ensure all nutrition staff understand their duties.
Take part in conducting on the job training and mentoring for nutrition team members.
Co-ordinate with nutrition management team in addressing any relevant issue related to routine project implementation.

Qualifications
Mandatory Requirements:

Language skills: Good command in English (speaking, reading & writing) fluent in local languages - Hausa, Kanuri etc.
Education degree: University - level in Health Field - qualification in public health or related field an asset
Work experience: Proven experience working in NGOs.

Knowledge and Skills:

Good knowledge of Nutrition/Health
Excellent experience in conducting trainings and monitoring teams
Excellent communication (especially in public) and diplomacy skills to manage relationship in potentially tense situations
Literacy in reporting
Understanding of MOH systems and structures
Demonstrated team management experience.

Computer skills:

Excellent knowledge of the MS Office software including word, excel, outlook.

Assets
Interests:

Working in humanitarian relief, interest for social issues

Transversals Skills:

Commitment NGO principles
Conflict resolution and diplomacy experience
Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
Ability to analyze and suggest improvements of the activities
Team work and Team management
Well organized and hard worker
Able to manage stress and pressure
Capacity to mobilize the community
Reliability
Neutrality.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Health Supervisor

Location: Monguno - Borno State
Open to: Nigeria Nationals Only (Male/Female)
Contract Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3 months (with possible extension)

General Objective

Under the direct supervision of the Health Deputy Project manager, the Health Supervisor provides patients management in collaboration with Midwife and other team members.
S/he follows PUI protocols and standards to ensure quality and continuity of care, promotion and restoration of health of the patients and population, ensure supervision of care

Responsibilities and Tasks
Activities implementation:

Ensure consultations and nursing duties organization, including triage, dressings, injections, and distribution of drugs according to nurses’ protocols, precautions, hygiene standards, and clinicians’ prescriptions
Verify on a daily basis that the consultation rooms are provided with necessary equipment and consumables
Provide technical support to the clinician for diagnoses and management cases
Assist the clinicians in the management of the referral cases
Ensure that health education according to the protocols and key messages are well provided
Evaluate the quality of consultations by assessing clinicians once or twice/month
Propose any implementation of medical protocols, update it if necessary, and ensure that the medical staff follow it
Monitor the rational use of medicines and the proper administration of treatments in step with national international protocols
Ensure smooth implementation and integration of services among the health team and other PUI sector team (MHPSS, SRH, Nutrition, food security, protection)
Ensure that the workplace is clean
Participate in any other activities such as vaccination, survey, etc…according to the needs
Organize and monitor the waste management according to the waste management procedures
Ensure that all administrative procedures and documents (individual patient cards and registration book, referral form, death report from etc.) and existing data management tools are used correctly

Drugs And Medical Equipment Management:

Ensure that PHC is properly supplied with materials and drugs
Prepare drugs and materials requests in collaboration with the team, DPM and SRH supervisor
Ensure that expiry dates of drugs are checked
Ensure that drugs and materials storage respect standard rules (hygiene, notification, stock cards…)
Ensure that the medical material is clean and sterilized

Team Management:

Plan Monthly schedule for the team member with DPM and PHC In-charge, and follow up
Manage staff timetable, annual leaves, and attendance sheets
Organize teamwork regarding team capacity in order to cover all PHC needs
Ensure the respect of Première Urgence Internationale rules and inform the DPM of any disrespect of the rules
Participate in the regular evaluation of medical staff in collaboration with the DPM
Support the team in its daily work
Schedule regular meetings with OPD staff to communicate updates and raise challenges encountered by the team
Debrief any new PUI or MOH staff of the PHC system and regulations
Ensure training of the medical team in collaboration with DPM
Ensure training of awareness team in collaboration with HPM
Assess the need of training
Assess the level of knowledge after the trainings
Regularly appraise the performance of clinician team
Ensure the security rules in the field are respected, the safety of the field officers is guaranteed and the regular communication with the security focal person is maintained

Medical Data Collection And Reporting:

Ensure that the Medical prescription are readable, dated and signed
Ensure an accurate daily use and tracking of epidemiological data
Ensure the tracking of consumption of the drugs and medical materials
Ensure the good collection on general information about the people living conditions
Ensure the archiving the documents, tools and training materials in the context of project/s and ensures the availability of the verification sources mentioned in the proposals.
Work in close collaboration with the deputy health program manager and report all his/her activities, observations and needs
Report to the DPM/PM any problem in the clinic especially the gap/loss/robbery/damage of medical equipment or medicines or any patient and organizational issue.

Internal And External Representation:

Be the focal point in the PHC with external partners. Explain how the PHC works, difficulties faced, and strengths.
Ensure verbal and written hand over at every duty shift to the team and emphasize on specific events
Translates documents and/or interprets conversation when necessary
Participate actively in meetings as required

The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are non-exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project’s needs.

Priorities of the Department:

Ensure the quality of care provided to patients in pui health facility
Scale-up on the primary health care facility plan should be developed according to the time frame
Assessment on beneficiaries at risk and diagnosed individuals with communicable and non-communicable diseases, other diseases of public health-relevant and treat him
Build the capacity of the community Health workers, nurses, nurse assistants, midwives, registrar on thematic related to health
Provide frequent feedback on health – illness patterns observed in the facility that require further assessment
report to line manager periodically regarding context changes that affect the modality of intervention

Mandatory Requirements

Education degree: Recognized Nurse Degree (at least certificate level) with national legislation
Language skills: Fluent in English and Hausa and good knowledge in Kanuri is an asset
Work experience: At least 2years of experience in Nursing, staff supervision and experience with NGO’s

Knowledge and Skills:

Good knowledge of Communicable and Non Communicable diseases
Good knowledge of Public Health
Computer skills: Excellent knowledge of the MS office software including Word, Excel, Outlook
Other: Good reporting skills

Assets:

Interests: Working in humanitarian relief
Understanding of the political situation in the area

Transversals Skills:

Excellent communication, conflict solving and diplomacy skills to manage relationship in potentially tense situations
Team Management
Be available for any emergency
Ability to make decisions and to exercise authority when required
Ability to analyze and suggest improvements of the activities
Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
Well organized and hard worker
Able to manage stress and pressure
Able to check the validity of information, logical thinking
Neutrality
Reliability

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Sterilization Technician

Location: Monguno – Borno State
Open to: Nigeria Nationals Only (Male/Female)
Contract Start Date: 2nd October, 2020
Contract Duration: 3 months (with possible extension)

General Objective

Under the direct supervision of Health Supervisor, the sterilization technician is carrying out sterilization of medical equipment, instrument and surfaces, according to PUI protocols and procedures and (international) hygiene standards, in order to ensure an efficient quality of care and safe environment, in collaboration with other team members.

Responsibilities and Tasks
Sterilization Of Medical Equipment:

Ensure the quality of care provided to patients in PUI facilities through sterilization of equipment
Ensure availability of sterilized instruments and material in every department
Take medical devices used from different department to the sterilization room
Organize and pack all instruments according to the sets and labeling them correctly
Sterilizing all instruments according to PUI protocol
Monitoring the efficiency of the sterilization cycle taking note at register
Deliver the instruments to different wards or departments
Preform inventory of equipment and materials
Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of the biomedical equipment following user manual and protocols
Report any repair or maintenance work needed relating to sterilization to the supervisor
Inform the supervisor in case of any missing/damaged/expired item
Submit sterilization equipment order to the supervisor on a requested basis

Communication & Reporting:

Adhere to supervisor with regards to work schedules, record keeping, patient communications, re-stocking of necessary drugs, consumables and other items
Participate in appropriate trainings provided by Première Urgence Internationale
Participate actively in meetings when required
Remain aware of the security situation in office and clinic locations at all times and provide feedback to the health program manager

Mandatory Requirements

Education degree: Minimum of Secondary School education
Language skills: Fluent in Hausa and English and good knowledge in Kanuri is an asset
Work experience: Sufficient experience at the same position – at least 6 months experience as sterilization technician. Work experience with other NGO’s would be an asset

Knowledge and Skills:

Good knowledge of Public Health
Good knowledge about hygiene standard procedures

Assets:

Interests: Working in humanitarian relief and interest in social issues
Understanding of the political situation in the area

Transversals Skills:

Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
Ability to analyze and suggest improvements of the activities
Ability to manage a fair workload including emergencies.
Behavioral flexibility
Well organized and hard worker
Able to manage stress and pressure
Reliability
Neutrality
Able to check validity of information, logical thinking

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Nutrition Officer

Location: Monguno, Borno
Starting Date - ASAP
Contract Duration: 3 months (with possible extension)

General Objective

Under the direct supervisor of the nutrition supervisor, the nutrition officer will help organize and undertake nutrition education / sensitization and community screening activities at community level
The nutrition officer will be responsible to ensure that educational messages are delivered to beneficiaries as per set targets and with the upmost quality regarding accuracy, efficiency and culturally sensitivity to optimize the adoption of healthier behavior among mothers of children under five.

Responsibilities and Tasks
Implementation and Monitoring of the Nutrition Activities:

Responsible for day to day management of nutrition activities at Outpatient Therapeutic Program (OTP) or IYCF project sites according to the standardized protocols, policies and guidelines outlined by the Nigeria Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) and/or Global nutrition standards
Participate in the identification of eligible project beneficiaries and Community Focal persons including Community Nutrition Mobilsers, Lead Mothers according to assignment
Participate in organising Project beneficiaries and Volunteers into groups and other Fora for dissemination of nutrition messages
With the support of CMAM or IYCF Supervisors, participate in the planning and in the implementation of trainings for the beneficiaries, volunteers and community focal persons
Participate in planning and conducting community/household surveys or assessments according to need
Ensure OTP beneficiary absentee or defaulter tracing and other forms of beneficiary follow-ups at community level
Ensure appropriate and consistent education messaging/Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) to mothers and other carers at OTP or IYCF project sites
In liaison with supervisor, disseminate any relevant Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials and reporting tools to Lead Mothers, volunteers or health facility staff as may be required
Implement outpatient therapeutic feeding of severely malnourished under-fives, and community outreach integrated with IYCF activities according to the stipulated protocolsTrain and mentor Nutrition project staff and community nutrition mobilisers (CNM) through identification of capacity gaps and carrying out refresher and on-the-job trainings
Disseminate key messages on nutrition to the targeted beneficiaries, and ensure it is delivered appropriately
Participate in surveillance activities including MUAC screening of the under-fives/pregnant and lactating women based on project needs
Enhance close collaboration with Health, Food Security and Livelihoods, and Protection at project level
Ensure nurture good collaboration between PUI and local community leaders
Act as a liaison with the local population and authorities in order to identify the needs, grievances and major events that could have potential consequences for PUI activities
Participate in ensuring that OTP or IYCF beneficiaries and local populations both understand the project goals and actively participate in their implementation

Communication and Reporting:

Pass on any information or problems to his/her direct and/or indirect supervisor concerning his/her task, PUI programs, or safety aspects
Address any issues on the field with the beneficiaries or the community members and tell the line supervisor
Represent PUI at anytime and anywhere when s/he is in duty
Collect and compile data, pictures and information from the field to present accurate weekly internal reports to the supervisor
Present weekly achievements, problems encountered and suggestion to improve the project implementation.
Assist in strengthening the PUI’s community Feedback and Complains system
Keep monitoring tools and files archived at the PUI office, ensuring their availability to his/her supervisor

Logistic and Administration:

Contribute to logistical and administrative organization of the activities related to Nutrition Program
Contribute to the definition of the needs in materials and tools regarding the program and the planning of interventions.
Ensure the safety and good condition of nutrition material provided by PUI.

Priorities of the Department

To follow up the sensitization sessions delivered to the mother care groups participants
To ensure the quality of the messages delivered to the mother care participants
To report any issue face with the mother care group participants
To contribute to the qualitative reporting of activities, especially data entry
To contribute to the proper filling and archiving of all the sources of verification
Quality implementation of cmam and iycf programs according to global and national guidelines
Quality data management and reporting of cmam and iycf activities
Support the integrated approach through effective referral within the nutrition components and with the other programs internally
Build the capacity of the nutrition team on thematic areas related to nutrition

Qualifications
Mandatory Requirements:

Language skills: Good command in English (speaking, reading & writing), Fluent in local languages – Hausa, etc.
Education Degree: Diploma in Nutrition / Health related discipline
Work experience: Proven nutritional experience working in ngos.
Knowledge and skills
Conversant with community screening for Malnutrition
Demonstrated understanding of infant and young child feeding (nutrition SBCC / IYCF education programs)

Community Volunteer Supervision

Computer Skills: Excellent knowledge of the MS office software including Word, excel and Outlook

Assets

Interests: Working in humanitarian relief, interest for social issues
Transversals skills
Excellent Field work Skills
Commitment to the NGO values and principles
Team work
Stress Management and Flexibility
Strong Negotiator
Capacity to mobilize community
Rigor and organization
Honesty
Understanding of the context of the area
Reliability.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Location: Monguno, Borno
Number of Position: 01
Contract Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3 months (with possible extension)

General Objective

PUI is now looking for its Health team in Monguno. Under the direct supervision of the Health Supervisor, the laboratory technician performs clinical laboratory activities according to PUI protocols, security and hygiene measures in order to obtain results to determine the patient’s treatment, in collaboration with other team members.

Responsibilities and Tasks
Patient Care:

Collect and prepare blood, vaginal and urethral samples with appropriate techniques and following protocols and procedures strictly following health and safety procedures
Prepare and organize efficiently the laboratory material/equipment
Ensure proper sample waste disposal according to protocols and highest safety standards
Dispose of waste management according to waste management procedures
Clean and sterilize the medical material
Check expiry dates of lab materials
Collaborate with other departments as needed to ensure smooth implementation and integration of services
Participate in any other activities such as vaccination, survey, etc…according to the needs
Maintain the working environment in a clean and presentable state

Data Collection & Reporting:

Verify that the medical prescriptions are readable, dated and signed
Report to SRH supervisor in case of malfunctioning of any device
Ensuring proper reporting and registration of the sample results in order to keep a written track of activity
Ensure the confidentiality of the results
Perform a physical inventory of the laboratory including consumables and laboratory material on a monthly basis
Submit lab order to OPT supervisor on a requested basis
Ensure a sufficient supply of laboratory reagents and materials and to maintain a stock control register
Report to the supervisor any problem especially the gap/loss/robbery/damage of medical equipment or medicines or any patient and organizational issue
Inform the direct supervisor of the various needs

Internal and External Representation:

Participate in any training in order to improve the quality and efficiency of nursing cares and duties
Participate actively in meetings when required

The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are non-exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project’s needs.

Priorities of the Department:

Good organization of the working place, respect and professionalism
Ensure qualitative work in collaboration with each department
Provide frequent feedback to the team - illness patterns observed in the field that requires further assessment
Report to line manager periodically regarding context changes that affect the modality of intervention

Qualifications
Education degree:

Essential Laboratory Technician diploma /degree

Work Experience:

Minimum 1-year experience at the same position - work in a hospital setting
Work experience with other NGO’s would be an asset

Language Skills:

Fluent in English, and Hausa and Kanuri is an asset

Knowledge and Skills

Experience with sample-taking (blood, urine, stool, sputum)
Knowledge of laboratory testing quality-control methods
Familiarity with tropical and/or infectious diseases
Knowledge about hygiene standard procedures
Experience using laboratory software packages and carrying out surveys
Good knowledge of Public Health and of epidemiology

Computer Skills:

Computer skills required (Excel, Word, internet)

Assets:
Interests:

Working in humanitarian relief
Understanding of the political situation in the area

Transversals Skills:

Be available for any emergency
Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
Ability to analyze and suggest improvements of the activities
Well organized and hard worker
Able to manage stress and pressure
Reliability
Behavioral flexibility
Ability to manage a fair workload including emergencies
Neutrality
Able to check validity of information, logical thinking
Reliability

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Midwife Assistant

Location: Monguno
Open to: Nigeria Nationals Only
Contract Start Date: ASAP
Contract duration: 3 months (with posssible extension)

Background

The PUI Nigerian Mission has been officially opened in April 2016, with a focus on meeting urgent needs, including improving access to food commodities, primary health care and nutrition for Internally Displaced People (IDP) and host communities (HC) living in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC).
The progressive sectorial widening allowed PUI to start implementing an integrated approach from 2017 in food security, livelihoods, and nutrition and health sectors, with the support of ECHO, FFP, OFDA and CIAA/CDC, in line with PUI’s global strategy. From the launch of the health care services in February 2017 to the end of April 2018, a total of 119 913 OPD consultations were reached in Bolori II, while more than 60.000 beneficiaries have been reached by our cash project.
In mid-2018, PUI has developed its comprehensive response by adding Protection and Community Outreach (PCO) activities to the existing programs in Bolori II. In the month of October 2018 only, more than 3.500 households have received door to door visit from the PCO team. In 2018, PUI has also scaled up its intervention with the opening of Monguno LGA base, with the main objectives of reducing morbidity and mortality of the most vulnerable population and promoting protection amongst the whole affected community. This opening in Monguno allowed PUI to reach the vulnerable population in Kukawa and Kroskawa LGA.

General Objective

Under the supervision of the Health Supervisor, the Midwife Assistant will assist the midwife in providing Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MHCH) care and SRH care services, including Ante Natal Care (ANC), Post Natal Care (PNC), basic emergency obstetric and neonatal care and family planning.
S / he will follow PUI obstetrical and sexual reproductive health protocols and universal standards to ensure the quality and continuity of care.

Responsibilities and Tasks
Patient Care:

Prepare all the material and equipment and ensure that everything is ready before starting the activities
Perform rapid evaluation of sick pregnant women, including vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, respiration); and concurrently finding out the history of present and past illnesses either from her or relatives
Assist Midwife to perform antenatal consultations including screening tests according to the protocols, detect and mention all the risk factors
Assist midwife to conduct delivery according to the protocols, precautions, hygiene standards
Assist midwife to perform postnatal consultations during the 6 weeks following the delivery
Observe changes in the condition of women in ANC, labor and report promptly to the midwife
Assist midwife to perform family planning consultations and counseling according to protocol
Give systematic prophylactic treatments to pregnant women
Verify the tetanus vaccination of each pregnant woman
Inform the midwife about the condition of a pregnant woman who may need quick intervention before referral to a higher level of care
Assist the midwives in clinical areas with obstetric emergencies and referrals according to PUI protocols and regulation
Assist the midwife to resuscitate a pregnant /postpartum women/newborn before transfer
Follow initial assessment done by a midwife and continue care plan, undertake routine observation and report any abnormalities to the midwife
Identify Sexually Gender-Based Violence victims and collaborate with the medical team for treatment
When requested by the Midwife explain clearly the diagnosis and treatment to the patient and ensure that the patients comply with the treatment
Assist midwives with admission and discharge of mothers and babies
Support women with personal hygiene as required
Monitor and measure fluid intake and output and record on the chart
Take accurate vital signs and document on the chart and report concerns to the midwife
Collect and label specimens as instructed by midwife and send to the laboratory
Decontaminate instruments as per set standards, before sending to the sterilization unit
Provide individual and group health education to patients concerning safe motherhood, care of the new born, IYCF (Infant and Young child feeding), Family Planning and general Sexual Health
Actively participate in the good cohesion and coordination of the team
Participate in the follow-up of waste management according to the waste management procedures
Participate in any other activities such as vaccination, survey…according to the needs and as directed
Maintain the working environment in a clean and presentable state

Medical Data Collection and Reporting:

Record accurately and on a readable manner, the clinical case management, beneficiary information and intervention on health card (history taking, physical examination, treatment, investigation, etc.) and patient registration book
Ensure an accurate daily use and tracking of epidemiological data
Participate in the daily tracking of consumption of the drugs and materials used from the medical box
Participate in the weekly medical statistic report in collaboration with SRH Supervisor and the deputy program manager
Report to the supervisor any problem especially the gap/loss/robbery/damage of medical equipment or medicines or any patient and organizational issue
Ensure a clear verbal and written hand over at every end of the shift, with emphasis on specific events
Inform the direct supervisor of the various needs.

Internal and External Representation:

Participate in any training in order to improve the quality and efficiency of nursing cares and duties
Participate actively in meetings when required

N.B: The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are non-exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project’s needs.

Priorities of the Department:

Assessment on beneficiaries at risk and diagnosed individuals with communicable and non-communicable diseases or other diseases of public health relevant and treat him
Assessment on pregnant and lactating women, reproductive age women to identify risk factor
Build the capacity of the community Health workers, nurses on thematic related to sexual and reproductive health
Provide frequent feedback on health – illness patterns observed in the phcc that require further assessment
Report to line manager periodically regarding context changes that affect the modality of intervention

Mandatory Requirement

Language skills: Fluent in English and Hausa, knowledge in Kanuri is an asset
Education degree: Recognized Midwifery Degree or Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) qualified under the Nigerian health care legislation
Work experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in Midwifery or SRH especially in Maternity. Work experience with other NGO’s would be an asset
Knowledge and skills:
- Technical knowledge about use of medical equipment
- Good knowledge about Ante Natal Consultation and Post Natal Consultation
- Good knowledge of Medical ethics
Other

Assets:

Interests: Working in humanitarian relief
Transversals skills:
- Excellent communication, conflict solving and diplomacy skills to manage relationship in potentially tense situations
- Strong motivation to help people in need
- Ability to make decisions and to exercise authority when required
- Understanding of the political situation in the area
- Ability to analyze and suggest improvements of the activities
- Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
- Well organized and hard worker
- Team Spirit
- Able to manage stress and pressure
- Able to check validity of information, logical thinking
- Neutrality
- Reliability

Interested and qualified canddiates should:
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Job Title: Midwife

Location: Monguno - Base
Contract Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3 months (with possible extension)

Overal Mission
General objective:

Under the direct supervision of the Health Supervisor, the Midwife provides Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH)/SRH care services, including Ante Natal Care (ANC), Post Natal Care (PNC), Basic Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care, and family planning, etc.
S/he follows PUI obstetrical and Sexual Reproductive Health protocols and universal standards to ensure quality and continuity of care.

Responsibilities and Tasks
Patient Care:

Prepare all the materials and ensure that everything is ready before starting the activities
Perform antenatal consultations including screening tests according to the protocols, detect and mention all the risk factors.
Conduct delivery according to the protocols, precautions, hygiene standards
Perform postnatal consultations during the 6 weeks following the delivery, give appropriate treatment and refers to secondary care when needed
Perform family planning consultations and counseling according to protocol
Give systematic prophylactic treatments to pregnant women
Verify the tetanus vaccination of each pregnant woman
Manage SRH emergency cases with the assistance of the Health Supervisor according to PUI protocols and regulation
Identify Sexually Gender-Based Violence victims and collaborate with the medical team for treatment
Explain clearly the diagnosis and treatment to the patient and make sure that the patients comply with the treatment
Request for a 2nd evaluation of the patient when needed
Provide individual health promotion during consultations
Give health education sessions to the patients in the waiting areas
Execute any action requested by the DPM, Health Supervisor as part of the outbreak response plan
Actively participate in the good cohesion and coordination of the team.
Record on a readable manner the health status and medical prescription
Participate in the follow-up of waste management according to the waste management procedures
Participate in any other activities such as vaccination, survey etc. according to the needs and as directed
Maintain the working environment in a clean and presentable state

Management of an Efficient Referral System:

Manage the emergency and electives referral cases according to the referral protocol by facilitating the logistics including transportation means, appointment with specialists, laboratory tests etc. in collaboration with Health supervisor
Follow up the referred cases, and check the outcome
Ensuring appropriate follow-up care has been given and taking appropriate action if further care is needed
Identify and refer patients who need mental health consultation

Medical Data Collection and Reporting:

Record accurately and on a readable manner, the clinical case management on the patient health card (history taking, physical examination, treatment, investigation, etc.), and patient registration book
Ensure an accurate daily use and tracking of epidemiological data
Participate in the daily tracking of consumption of the drugs and materials used from the medical box
Collect general information about the people living conditions
Participate in the weekly medical statistic report in collaboration with SRH Supervisor and the deputy program manager
Ensure a clear verbal and written hand over at every end of the shift, with emphasis on specific events
Report to the supervisor any problem especially the gap/loss/robbery/damage of medical equipment or medicines or any patient and organizational issue
Inform the direct supervisor of the various needs

Internal And External Representation:

Participate actively in meetings when required
Participate in any training in order to improve the quality and efficiency of nursing cares and duties
The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are non-exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project’s needs.

Priorities of the Department

Ensure the quality of care provided to patients in pui health facility
Scale up on the plan should be developed according to the time frame
Assessment on pregnant and lactating women, reproductive age women to identify risk factor
Build the capacity of the community health workers, nurses on thematic related to sexual and reproductive health
Provide frequent feedback on health – illness patterns observed in the outreach site that require further assessment
Report to line manager periodically regarding context changes that affect the modality of intervention

Mandatory Requirement

Language Skills: Fluent in English and Hausa, good knowledge in Kanuri is an asset
Education degree: Recognized Midwife degree (at least certificate level) with national legislation
Work experience: At least 2 years of experience in Midwifery. Work experience with other NGO’s would be an asset

Knowledge and skills

Technical knowledge about use of medical equipment
Good knowledge about Ante Natal Consultation and Post Natal Consultation
Good practice in conduction of deliveries
Good knowledge of Medical Ethics

Assets

Interests: Working in humanitarian relief
Transversals skills:
- Excellent communication, conflict solving and diplomacy skills to manage relationship in potentially tense situations
- Team Spirit
- Be available for emergency
- Strong motivation to help people in need
- Ability to make decisions and to exercise authority when required
- Understanding of the political situation in the area
- Ability to analyze and suggest improvements of the activities
- Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
- Well organized and hard worker
- Able to manage stress and pressure
- Able to check validity of information, logical thinking
- Neutrality
- Reliability

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline 18th September, 2020.

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