Midwife

Midwife, Takeo province

DESCRIPTION

People in Need (PIN), is an international NGO with extensive experience in the sector of maternal and child health. PIN is currently seeking a pro-active and experienced midwife for a full-time post in Takeo Province.

The candidate’s primary duties will be field-based and she will contribute to workshops, training activities in health centers and within communities as well as provide follow-up services and monitoring. She will also help to develop maternal and child health-related training curricula.

PIN offers the opportunity for work in a friendly and committed team as well as professional development. Appropriate salary, regular bonuses and insurance will be part of the midwife‘s contract. Before applying, candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with PIN and its activities in Cambodia at PIN’s website http://www.clovekvtisni.cz/index2en.php?id=826

Location

Takeo Province

Schedule

Full time position, 7 month contract with possibility of extension

Responsibilities

• Regular on-the-job training and follow-up coaching visits to midwives at Takeo health centers
• Support to community health education campaigns
• Contribution to preparation of teaching curriculums for on-the-job training
• Participation in workshops
• Attend PIN health program meetings and relevant ToT trainings in the province
• Record keeping and basic reporting of activities
• Take on additional tasks as and when required by the Program Manager and Program Coordinator

Mandatory Requirements:

• Secondary midwife
• At least 5 years working experience as a midwife
• Proven teaching experience
• Good teaching and interpersonal skills
• Ability to train on topics of post-partum hemorrhage, eclampsia and nutrition
• Willingness to travel frequently by motorbike, sometimes over long distances

Desired Requirements:

• Good knowledge of nutrition interventions for pregnant/lactating women and infants
• Experience in nutrition interventions for pregnant/lactating women and infants in communities
• Good spoken English
• Familiarity with Takeo Province

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Candidates who do not meet the mandatory requirements will not be considered

Qualified candidates should send their CVs with at least 2 references, cover letter explaining their specific qualifications for the post and reasons for applying, and contact details to Ms. Djihan Skinner (see below) by May 2, 2012 at the latest. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and invited for interviews on May 11, 2012.

Closing date

2^nd May, 2012

Contact details

Address: Chork Village, Rokaknong Commune, Daun Keo District, Takeo
Name: Ms. Djihan Skinner, People in Need (PIN)
Email: djihan.skinner@peopleinneed.cz
Website: www.peopleinneed.cz