Background

NORTH WESTERN PROVINCIAL HEALTH OFFICE (PEPFAR/CDC PROJECT)

Responsibilities

• Ensure the implementation and continuity of antenatal and postnatal care, family planning, and PMTCT services according to MSF and national reproductive health protocols .
• Implement the PMTCT protocol in ANC/delivery and PNC consultations, including pre-counseling, testing, and post-counseling .
• Conduct normal deliveries independently and manage obstetric emergencies, identifying cases needing referral .
• Properly follow up all newborn babies from delivery until discharge and inform mothers about the importance of breastfeeding and vaccination .
• Manage sexual violence cases, including providing care and collaborating with the medical doctor .
• Ensure the regular supply of drugs and equipment required for maternity activities and maintain rational use .
• Supervise the use of drugs, facilities, and obstetric material according to patient numbers and prescriptions .

Qualifications

• Relevant Grade 12 School Certificate
• Relevant Diploma, Degree, or Professional Qualification for the position applied for
• Valid registration and practising licence with the relevant professional body (where applicable)

Experience

Relevant work experience as specified for the position

Skills

Strong communication, analytical, interpersonal, and computer skills

Additional Notes

ZAQA-verified academic qualifications will be an added advantage

• Ensure the implementation and continuity of antenatal and postnatal care, family planning, and PMTCT services according to MSF and national reproductive health protocols .
• Implement the PMTCT protocol in ANC/delivery and PNC consultations, including pre-counseling, testing, and post-counseling .
• Conduct normal deliveries independently and manage obstetric emergencies, identifying cases needing referral .
• Properly follow up all newborn babies from delivery until discharge and inform mothers about the importance of breastfeeding and vaccination .
• Manage sexual violence cases, including providing care and collaborating with the medical doctor .
• Ensure the regular supply of drugs and equipment required for maternity activities and maintain rational use .
• Supervise the use of drugs, facilities, and obstetric material according to patient numbers and prescriptions .

• Strong communication
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer skills

• Relevant Grade 12 School Certificate
• Relevant Diploma, Degree, or Professional Qualification for the position applied for
• Valid registration and practising licence with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
• Relevant work experience as specified for the position
• ZAQA-verified academic qualifications will be an added advantage