Midwifery Technical Officer

United Nations Population Fund
Location: Nepal
Salary: Negotiable
Posted Date: 2015-08-05 Deadline: 2015-08-12
  • Location : Nepal
  • Working Position : Entry Level
  • Qualification Degree : Master’s Degree in Public Health and/or other related fields
  • Salary : Negotiable
  • Category : NGO / INGO / Social work
  • Nature : Full Time
Job Description

Midwifery Technical Officer-1(pos)

The Government of Nepal (GoN) is committed to reducing maternal and neonatal mortality and morbidity by ensuring the availability, access to and utilization of skilled care at every birth, reflected in the National Skilled Birth Attendants (SBA) policy (2006) that specifically identifies the importance of new cadres of professional Midwives as a crucial Human Resource for safe motherhood.

Since 2010 UNFPA has been working with Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) and other partner agencies advocating for the initiation of midwifery education, and for the recognition of the professional cadre as a key human resource to address maternal mortality and morbidities. UNFPA Country Office, in its 7th programme cycle (2013- 2017) is working with MoHP to support the Government in initiating the Midwifery education and cadre and contributing to the UNFPA Outcome 1, Output 1, Indicator on Midwifery i.e. Number of national/ regional nurse/ midwifery training institutions supported by UNFPA with curricula based on World Health Organization/ International Confederation of Midwives essential competencies adopted & implemented.

The 25th April earthquake caused large scale damage and many casualties in country that shifted the priority focus for both the government and the partners in health. Based on the urgent need UNFPA is currently supporting emergency reproductive Health interventions in the fourteen most affected districts with a special focus on implementing the Minimal Initial Service Package, including EmONC.

Scope of Services:

The Midwifery Technical officer will provide technical assistance to MoHP, NNC, MIDSON and related professional institution to advance Midwifery education and professional cadres in the country. S/he will work in close collaboration with MoHP, UN agencies (especially WHO), other External Development Partners (EDPs), professional bodies (especially NNC, MIDSON) and national institutions involved in the sector. In addition, the Midwifery technical officer will provide required supervision and men

General Requirements:

Registered Nurse with Master’s Degree in Public Health and/or other related fields. Five years of progressively relevant experience in maternal health/midwifery or involvement in midwifery education. Experience of working with government and professional bodies preferably in development/ training of midwifery capacity in the context of a developing country. Good knowledge and understanding of the Government of Nepal’s national policies and strategies in the area of Safe Motherhood.
Knowledge of computer and office software packages (MS Word, Excel and Power Point etc.). Excellent written and communication skills in both Nepali and English.
More detailed information, including the detailed Terms of Reference, competency profile and education/experience and other requirements can be found at: http://countryoffice.unfpa.org/nepal/2014/05/12/9689/jobs/
UNFPA offers an attractive compensation package commensurate with the level of the position. The package includes competitive salary and health insurance.


How to Apply:

Candidates (Nepalese nationals only) must complete a Personal History Form (P-11), and attach a curriculum vitae (CV). The P-11 form can be downloaded fromhttp://countryoffice.unfpa.org/nepal/drive/p-11.doc. Please send your applications only by email tojobs.nepal@unfpa.orgclearly marking the Vacancy Number and Post Title in the Subject of your email.
 
Deadline for applications: 12 August 2015 by 5:30pm Nepali time. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. UNFPA will only respond to applicants in whom we have further interest.
 
Women, Dalits, Janjatis, Madhesis, people with disabilities, and other minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
 
UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. UNFPA is a non-smoking environment.

 

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Organization Summary

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled.

UNFPA expands the possibilities for women and young people to lead healthy and productive lives.

Since UNFPA started working in 1969, the number – and rate – of women dying from complications of pregnancy or childbirth has been halved. Families are smaller and healthier. Young people are more connected and empowered than ever before.

 

Industry Type NGO / INGO / Social Work
Location Kathmandu
Organization Size 1-10
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