Midwife Support Intern

MSI Reproductive Choices Afghanistan (MSIA) is a branch of MSI, a global, non-profit, and non-governmental organization headquartered in London, UK, and was established in August 2002 after registration with the Government of Afghanistan. MSIA follows the local mission statement of MSI: Improve Afghan women’s health and well-being so that they can, in turn, build strong, healthy families. Our vision is to be the organization that Afghan women seek out for high-quality, client-centered health care provided by women, for women.

We focus on reducing maternal mortality by providing quality and sustainable maternal-child health (MCH) and reproductive health (RH) services and information in 18 provinces of Afghanistan, namely Kabul, Balkh, Herat, Jawzjan Faryab, Nangarhar, Helmand, Kandahar, Baghlan, Kunduz, Badakhshan, Takhar, Samangan, Kapisa, Farah, Ghor, Bamiyan and Paktia in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) of Afghanistan. 

MSIA strives to enhance women's health outcomes in the aforementioned provinces by delivering vital reproductive and maternal-child health services through multiple channels such as centers, outreaches, the private sector, and MS Ladies (Family Health Houses).

• Assist midwives and medical professionals in conducting antenatal consultations and postnatal care,
• Provide counseling and education to pregnant women and new mothers on maternal health, breastfeeding, newborn care, and family planning.
• Support in the provision of contraceptive methods and procedures, including counseling, insertion, and removal of contraceptive implants, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and administration of injectables.
• Assist in conducting basic newborn assessments and referring cases requiring specialized care to appropriate facilities.
• Participate in community outreach activities to promote maternal and child health services and encourage antenatal care attendance.
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, guidelines, and standards of care for maternal and child health services.
• Assist in the maintenance of accurate medical records and documentation related to maternal and child health activities and family planning.
• Assist in instrument processing and waste management as per the MSI Infection prevention and waste management guidelines.
• Support in maintaining proper records of staff meetings as per the agenda.
• Assist in incident management and follow up of investigation with clinic manager.
• Support in the implementation of quality assurance and improvement initiatives within the clinics.
• Any other duties assigned by the Clinic Manager or Maternal Health Supervisor.

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Midwifery from a recognized institution.
• Valid license to practice as a midwife in Afghanistan or candidate be in the final year of midwifery school.
• Previous experience or internship in maternal and child health services preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto, with proficiency in English being an added advantage.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Marie Stopes Afghanistan.
• Ability to work in challenging and resource-limited settings.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to fill out the MSI-A application form by clicking the link below and send a copy of their updated CV (no educational or job certifications) by the closing date.

Please note that MSI-A does not charge applicants any recruitment fees. MSI-A is an equal-opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity at all levels. MSI-A has a strict non-discriminatory policy in its hiring and selection processes. All applicants will receive equal consideration, and applicants from all ethnic, racial, and economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please be aware that only those candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.