About Islamic Relief Worldwide

Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is an international, non-profitable, non-governmental humanitarian relief organization with its head quarter in Birmingham, UK. It enjoys consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations and is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for International Red Cross and red Crescent Moments and NGOs in Disaster Relief. Islamic Relief has been working in Afghanistan for more than 23 years, providing emergency relief and implementing life-changing development projects for some of the most vulnerable people in the country. Islamic Relief set up our first Afghanistan office in 1999. Since then, IRA continued providing assistances in emergency relief, food security, livelihood, education, health, nutrition, shelter, orphan sponsorship, Ramadan and Qurbani programmes.

Job Summary

The Midwife Intern will work under the supervision of experienced midwives and obstetric staff to provide maternal and newborn care, assist in deliveries, and support antenatal and postnatal services. This internship offers practical training in midwifery, equipping interns with essential skills to handle normal deliveries, maternal health education, and emergency obstetric care in line with Afghan healthcare standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting prenatal check-ups (blood pressure, fetal heart rate, fundal height measurement).
• Provide health education on nutrition, breastfeeding, and danger signs in pregnancy.
• Support midwives during normal vaginal deliveries under supervision.
• Provide support in monitoring labor progress and maternal/fetal vital signs.
• Assist in episiotomy care, newborn resuscitation, and immediate postpartum care.
• Help with postnatal assessments (uterine contraction, bleeding, vital signs).
• Educate mothers on newborn care, immunization, and family planning.
• Assist in breastfeeding support and neonatal examinations.
• Assist in emergency procedures under guidance.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, vaccinations, and patient histories.
• Follow infection prevention protocols (sterilization, safe delivery practices).
• Adhere to hospital policies and Afghan MoPH guidelines.

Job Requirements

Education: Graduated from a recognized university or medical institute between 2020 and 2025 with a diploma or bachelor's degree in midwifery

• Skills:
• Basic knowledge of normal deliveries and maternal care.
• Compassionate communication with women and families.
• Stamina for long shifts and ability to assist in labor positions.
• Fluency in Dari/Pashto; basic English for medical terms is beneficial.
• Rotational shifts (including nights and weekends).

Experience: Fresh Graduated with no experience

Submission Guideline

Interested and qualified national candidates should submit a cover letter explaining their motivation and an updated CV to the following link:

https://jobs.af/jobs/midwife-interns-afghan-momand-hospital

The closing date for accepting applications is 30 May 2025

Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered, and only short-listed candidates will be called for written test

Note: The written test/interview will be on rolling basis due to the urgent need of the position the written test/ interview may take place before the closing date of the post/s.

Functional Area

Internships

Countries

Afghanistan

Provinces

Nangarhar

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