EMERGENCY is an international non-governmental organization, established in 1994 to provide free, high-quality medical and surgical care to victims of war, landmines and poverty, alongside promoting a culture of peace, solidarity and respect for human rights. EMERGENCY has treated over 11 million patients since its inception. The organization is currently active in Afghanistan, Iraq, Italy, Sierra Leone, Sudan and Uganda. EMERGENCY operates based on the premise that access to high-quality healthcare is a fundamental human right. The EMERGENCY Paediatric Centre in Port Sudan offers free of charge health care for children up to the age of 14, an antenatal, postnatal care, family planning and screening programme for malnutrition.
Position: Midwife
Reporting to: Midwife Team Leader & Medical Coordinator
The position is currently only open to Sudanese applicants
Scope of the position:
Midwife provides care and guidance to women in pregnancy, postnatal period and for family planning. Her role includes education on sexual and reproductive health with particular focus on antenatal and postnatal care, including new-born care. She is responsible for ensuring that her practice and conduct meet the standards of the professional, ethical and relevant legislated requirements. She is expected to know and apply Emergency protocols and guidelines.
Tasks and responsibilities:
Midwife’s tasks and responsibilities include - but are not limited to - the ones listed below:
Education & Required Skills:
Degree or Diploma in Midwifery
Good English knowledge and ability to work in an international Environment
Good communication skills and the ability to deal with emotionally charged and pressured situations are essential.
Availability Required:
At least 6 months of availability
To apply, please send your CV to fo.hro@emergency.it specifying in the email title: Application for Midwife - Sudan