Related Jobs
.png)
.jpg)
.jpeg)
Related Jobs
Job Summary
Job Title:
Community Midwife
Employer:
Adara Development
Location:
Country:
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Nursing jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Monday, 22 July 2024
Related Jobs
Share this Job
Community Midwife job at Adara Development | Apply Now
Kiwoko, Uganda
Adara Development is an international non-profit organization dedicated to improving health and education outcomes for people living in extreme poverty, with a strong focus on maternal, newborn, and child health, as well as remote community development. Founded in 1998, Adara has earned global recognition for its evidence-based, high-impact programs and its unique business-for-purpose model, which leverages funding from Adara’s corporate advisory arms to support its charitable mission.
The organization cultivates a values-driven, inclusive work culture that emphasizes integrity, compassion, and excellence, offering employees the opportunity to work on transformative projects while benefiting from professional development and flexible work arrangements. With operational hubs in Uganda and Nepal, and support offices in Australia, the UK, and the US, Adara combines local knowledge with global expertise to deliver sustainable, community-led solutions.
Its innovative approach ensures long-term impact through strategic partnerships, research, and capacity building. Guided by core values of service, competence, teamwork, and humility, Adara remains committed to ethical practice, transparency, and social justice. Its work is rooted in corporate social responsibility, with a deep commitment to uplifting marginalized communities and advocating for global equity. For more information, visit www.adaradevelopment.org.
Are you looking for Nursing jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Community Midwife job at Adara Development
Full-time
Deadline:
22 Jul 2024
Community Midwife job at Adara Development
Adara Development
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Adara Development is on a mission to strengthen Maternal, Newborn and Child Health services in Uganda. They are scaling their evidence-based, high-impact Adara Newborn model across 10 health facilities to halve maternal and newborn deaths and stillbirths. The organisation is seeking an exceptional Community Midwife to support the home follow-up component of the Hospital to Home (H2H) programme - providing support, care, and advice to families during the first six months following discharge from the Kiwoko Hospital (KH) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
Location: Based at Kiwoko Hospital with frequent travel to Nakaseke, Luwero, and Nakasongola Districts
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the H2H Community Midwife, the Community Midwife will support the home follow-up component of the Hospital to Home (H2H) programme - providing support, care. and advice to families during the first six months following discharge from the Kiwoko Hospital (KH) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The Community Midwife will participate in training sessions for the VHTS, provide supportive supervision, conduct home visits alongside VHTS for high-risk cases, and provide continuous training and development at monthly VHT meetings. The role also includes administrative duties. including programme planning, reporting and evaluation. The role requires a passion for providing support to newborns and families during the postpartum period, excellent management and clinical skills, an aptitude for motivating a team, participate in community dialogue and the ability to assist the M&E team in the collection of programme data.
NOTE: Detailed Job Description may be requested from josephine.mbabazi@adaragroup.org.
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Find application details and links on the AfriCareers Jobs Portal:
-
Click the Apply button below
-
New users: Select Create Profile and complete the Profile Creation Wizard
-
Existing users: Log in and update your profile if needed
-
Go to the "Jobs" tab
-
Read the detailed job description, Roles and Qualifications.
-
Submit your application via the jobs portal
-
Track progress under "My Applications" tab
Important Note: Some employers now hire directly on the AfriCareers New Jobs Portal — keep your profile updated so employers can easily view your CV and hire you instantly.
Prenatal Care
Provide comprehensive prenatal care to pregnant women, including regular check-ups, screenings, and assessments.
Monitor the health of both the mother and fetus, identifying any potential risks or complications early.
Antenatal Education and Counseling
Educate pregnant women and their families about pregnancy, childbirth, nutrition, and prenatal care.
Offer counseling on healthy lifestyle choices, breastfeeding, and childbirth preparation techniques.
Labour and Delivery
Assist women during labor and childbirth, providing emotional support, pain management techniques, and medical interventions as necessary.
Monitor progress during labor, assess fetal well-being, and ensure a safe delivery process.
Postnatal Care
Provide postpartum care and support to mothers and newborns immediately after childbirth.
Conduct postnatal check-ups to monitor recovery, breastfeeding success, and newborn health.
Newborn Care
Assess newborn babies for signs of health complications and provide necessary care and support.
Offer guidance on newborn feeding, bathing, and general care to new parents.
Health Promotion and Family Planning
Promote maternal and child health through education, immunizations, and preventive healthcare measures.
Provide family planning services, including contraceptive advice and methods.
Community Engagement and Advocacy
Build relationships and collaborate with community members, healthcare providers, and organizations to promote maternal and child health.
Advocate for improved healthcare services and resources for women and families within the community.
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Minimum of a Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery, or Comprehensive Nursing Knowledge of public health, newborn health and community midwifery and relevant professional experience
Preference will be given to applicants with established relationships and in-depth knowledge of these communities
Computer literacy and excellent documentation skills are a must
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Experience managing and motivating a team
Strong communication skills including clear style of giving instructions
Strong interpersonal and counselling skills
Excellent time management and planning capacity
Strong organisational, administrative and project management skills
Accountability, integrity, and trust
Fluency in Luganda and in spoken and written English
Able to effectively engage with the local community. including children
Willingness to travel and work in hard-to-reach areas including travel to villages around Nakaseke, Luwero and Nakasongola districts.
Interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their CV and a cover letter highlighting how their experience is relevant to the key responsibilities described in the job description. The CV must include two referees, detailing their email address and contact number. Shortlisted applicants will need to provide relevant academic documents, and a copy of their national ID. to: josephine.mbabazi@aderagroup.org tertiary level
Adara Development is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo an International Police Check and sign our Child Protection Policy.
