The Alawite Islamic Charity Association (AICA) is firmly committed to maintaining a workplace that strictly prohibits any form of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) towards the communities we serve. It is essential that all employees understand that Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is a collective responsibility. Every member of staff is expected to consistently follow our Code of Conduct, which outlines the standards for PSEA, both during official duties and in personal time. Understanding and complying with this Code, along with participating in mandatory training sessions, is compulsory for all employees. It is vital that all team members are fully aware of and adhere to these requirements
AICA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities. We assess all candidates purely based on their qualifications and experience, without discriminating on the basis of race, gender, color, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law
Current Opportunity: Midwife
The midwife provides health care and awareness to women and carries out the necessary tasks and activities to maintain the health of mothers and children under the indirect supervision of the gynecologist responsible for the “Reproductive Health, Childhood and Maternal Health Program” at the Primary Health Care Center, in matters related to family planning and the prevention of transmitted diseases. Sexual, gynecological, observation and training of pregnant women in childbirth, breastfeeding and newborn care, performing Pap smear examination, etc., in accordance with the guidelines for midwifery practice.
Adheres to the requirements for accreditation issued by the Ministry of Public Health for primary health care centers.
Supports the vision and project of the Ministry of Public Health in developing and strengthening primary health care in Lebanon
Responsibilities
- Taking care of the health files of beneficiaries by completing the basic health information in the beneficiary’s card, specifying the type of service required and health history
- Providing advice to beneficiaries with the aim of education, preparation and empowerment, which enhances service provision at the center and contributes to developing the health status of beneficiaries
- Awareness and education about everything related to reproductive health and its services
- Contributing to emphasizing the role of safe and effective family planning methods in avoiding unwanted pregnancy, and thus preventing the need to resort to abortion
- Advice and guidance on the use of condoms and taking the necessary measures according to the development of the beneficiary’s situation to prevent sexually transmitted diseases
- Following up the pregnant woman periodically during her pregnancy and preparing her for childbirth in terms of health, psychological and physical aspects to prevent pregnancy complications
- Preparing for childbirth by training the pregnant woman in special exercises in addition to physical care and hygiene
- Guiding the mother about breastfeeding and how to care for her child
- Guiding the mother about the importance of completing vaccinations for the newborn
- Home follow-up where needed
- Taking the vital signs of the service recipient, such as pressure, temperature, and pulse, and recording this in the medical file
- Providing comprehensive nursing care to beneficiaries
- Giving medications and injections according to the treating physician’s prescription
- Take the necessary laboratory samples and send them to the laboratory
Must Have
- Possession of a legal midwife certificate from MOPH
- Permission to practice the profession from the Ministry of Health in Lebanon
- 3 years' experience as a registered midwife in a health facility
- Initiative
- Good organizational skills
- Good interaction with others and communication/communication skills, in addition to social skills
- Ability to communicate well verbally and written with all employees
- Good knowledge of midwifery science and practice arts
- Good knowledge of the medical devices used in the center
- Basic skills in using a computer (electronic medical file, Excel, PowerPoint, Word), electronic printer, fax, etc.
- Languages: Arabic, English or French
Nice to have
- Possibility of exposure to psychological pressure at work
- Possibility of physical fatigue in some activities
- Possibility of exposure to infectious diseases due to close contact with patients and contact with them
- The possibility of exceeding the normal approved working hours in cases of necessity
- Continuous learning and development to hone existing skills and experiences and acquire new skills and experiences
- Knowledge of using Phenix/Odoo programs
- Good organizational skills
What We Offer
Each employee has a chance to see the impact of his work.
You can make a real contribution to the success of the medical center
Perks
A part-time position for 3a Salameh Project by UNICEF
300 USD Monthly + Incentives on Medical Acts