Development for Peace Organization (DPO) is an Ethiopian non-profit organization established in 2020 with a mission of striving to meet the humanitarian and developmental needs of societies regardless of race, color, religion or cultural background. We are legally registered to work in Ethiopia (Reg. 5164) as National NGO and as INGO in South Sudan (Reg. 4178), Somalia (Reg. NGOD/Moifar0422/022) and Kenya (OP.218/051/22-400/12732); it is also processing its registration in Yemen. We are currently seeking an experienced Junior Midwifery nurse to join our mission-driven organization.

Job Summary:

The Junior Midwife Nurse will play a vital role in providing comprehensive reproductive, maternal, and newborn healthcare (RMNH) services to the refugee population and host community in Pinyudo. Working under the direct supervision of the Pinyudo Health and Nutrition Coordinator, he/she will be responsible for delivering high-quality care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct prenatal assessments, monitor fetal development, and provide education and counseling to pregnant women.
• Assist with deliveries, including normal vaginal deliveries and managing complications within your scope of practice.
• Provide immediate postpartum care to mothers and newborns.
• Initiate breastfeeding and support mothers with lactation difficulties.
• Identify and manage potential maternal and newborn health problems.
• Administer essential vaccinations and medications to mothers and newborns.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records for all patients.
• Participate in health education sessions for the refugee community, focusing on reproductive health, antenatal care, and newborn care practices.
• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, and community health workers, to ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay abreast of best practices in midwifery care.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for technical and line managers.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Duty Station: Pinyudo Refugee Camps (Old Nuer, Agnwa, Pinyudo II, and Village 12 Health centers)

Reports To: Health and Nutrition Coordinator (Pinyudo Refugee Camps)

Required number: 4 (Four)

Salary:As per the organization scale

About You

Qualifications:

• Education: Diploma or Degree (BSC) in midwifery from an accredited Institution and has active License to practice in Ethiopia.
• Experience: two years of practical experience for a degree and four years for a diploma