SRHR Officer

Médecins du Monde - France (MdM-F) is an international humanitarian organization whose mission is to provide medical care for the most vulnerable populations, the world over, including Afghanistan. It seeks to stimulate voluntary commitment from doctors, other health care providers, and from those whose expertise in other fields is needed for its activities, to enlist all competent support required for the achievement of its projects, and to seek at all times to encourage close working relationships with populations in its care.

Scope of Work:

She will be responsible for effective and quality Reproductive health services in compliance with the MdM and RH/MOPH standards and through effective coordination with RHD/MOPH, overseeing and implementing reproductive health activities in MdM HFs in Wardak Province, and attending all RH-related coordination meetings with relevant stakeholders.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

She should spend 80% of her time in the field/health facilities will be responsible for the following SRH activities under the direct guidance of the MdM SRH Advisor and project manager.

• Technically leading the implementation of SRH services, including Antenatal Care, Skill birth attendance, Postnatal Care, family planning, treatment of STIs, complications of deliveries, referral to higher level services, etc.
• Ensure effective and quality implementation of programs and services of comprehensive Reproductive health services (RH) through the supported Health Facilities.
• Contribute in developing a referral system, including follow-up for SRH care, rights, and support for survivors and undertake periodic reviews.
• Undertake regular reviews and supervision visits to ensure adherence to quality standards in the delivery of reproductive health services as per MdM’s Service Delivery Guidelines.
• Contribute in developing training materials RH for service providers and counselors.
• Provide program guidance and support to the clinic and project staff.
• Undertake/facilitate capacity building exercises and on the job trainings for clinical and non-clinical staff on quality of care, infection prevention, reproductive health care, PAC, and any other area suggested by the staff members.
• Prepare the progress report monthly and submit it to the line manager
• Assist the CHW trainer in organizing educational programs and service sessions in the outreach areas of the Project.
• Ensure proper coordination of service delivery with the Provincial Public Health Directorate of the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), related UN and other agencies at the provincial level.
• Implement quality improvement standards related to the SRH domain in the supported Health Facilities and develop an action plan for Health Facilities to address the identified gaps and shortfalls.
• Conduct regular supportive supervisory visits from the MdM-supported Health Facilities, community health workers (CHWs) in the province regularly.
• Conduct need-based SRHR training for service providers (MDs, Midwives, and counselors).
• Contribute in preparation of a periodic report of the MdM program and submit it to PPHD as required.
• Participate and attend workshops/training at the provincial level, representing MdM.
• Participate in coordination meetings and task forces in PPHD, other agencies at the provincial level.
• Any other program-related tasks assigned by the project manager or SRH advisor from time to time.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Midwifery from a recognized institution (required)
• Gynecology/Obstetrics can also apply.   
• Master of Public Health (MPH) or equivalent experience (an asset).

Experience

Minimum 10 years of experience in midwifery and SRH services

Proven experience in:

Technical leadership & quality of care:

• Proven ability to ensure and improve quality of care through continuous quality improvement approaches, informed choice, and respectful care grounded in sound public health principles and logic.
• Proven experience in public health programs, particularly SRH.
• Demonstrated strong technical expertise in Reproductive Health and Rights, service delivery standards, protocols, and quality of care.
• Proven Experience in supervisory or management roles.

Program implementation:

• Experience in establishing and strengthening referral pathways between health, protection, and psychosocial support services.
• Ability to identify SRH settings and provide first-line support, including psychological first aid and appropriate referral.

Capacity building & mentorship:

• Ability of designing and delivering capacity-building initiatives, including trainings, workshops, and on-the-job coaching for related health facility staff.

Coordination & representation:

• Demonstrated experience in coordinating with government entities and other NGOs to support effective program implementation and represent the organization in technical working groups, coordination meetings.
• Experience working with NGOs and MoPH systems is highly desirable.

Monitoring, reporting, and use of indicators:

• Proven ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to inform program planning, decision-making, and quality improvement
• Strong understanding of community-based approaches, including community engagement and feedback mechanisms.
• Monitor the SRHR activities implemented by the partner organization (OPHCD), which operates a Mobile Health and Nutrition Team (MHNT) in Maidan-Wardak with funding from MdM.

The interested candidates should submit their applications with the updated CV, motivation letter, including references details to the following email – recruitment.afghanistan@medecinsdumonde.net – no later than the closing date.

The reference SRHR Officer must be stated in the application subject to be valid. If you do not clearly state the position for which you are applying & attach the required diploma & other supporting documents, your application may not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that MDM-F does not reimburse transportation cost if applicants are asked for interview or a test.

MDM-F does not charge fee at any stage of its recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates, and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process.