About the Job Opportunity

Internal/External/

Reference Number: REC/0101 26

Job Title: Midwifery Nurse

Location: Gambella Refugee Operation.

Reports to: Senior Health and Nutrition Officer

Number of Posts 02 (Two)

Closing Date April 13, 2026

About Goal

GOAL has been operating in Ethiopia since the early 1980s. GOAL is currently working in 60 districts throughout eight regions and two city administrations: Afar, Amhara, Benishangul Gumuz, Gambella, Oromia, Somali, South Ethiopia, Tigray, Addis Ababa, and Hawassa. In 2023/24, our operations were backed by a €30 million yearly budget, allowing for considerable investments in the capacity of over 700 Ethiopian employees, with women accounting for more than 40% of our workforce.

Our initiatives focus on crucial sectors such as nutrition, health, WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene), livelihoods and food security, safeguarding, gender and social inclusion, protection, emergency shelter, and non-food items (NFIs). We focus on the most vulnerable communities, notably those affected by drought, conflict, displacement, disease outbreaks, flooding, and earthquakes.

GOAL is a humanitarian and non-governmental organization that has been working in Ethiopia for over 30 years to ensure that the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, as well as those affected by humanitarian crises, have access to basic human rights such as adequate shelter, food, water and sanitation, healthcare, and education. GOAL undertakes a variety of multi-sectoral development, resilience, recovery, and humanitarian response projects while remaining sensitive to cross-cutting problems like gender, accountability, child protection, and HIV/AIDS. We are now working with pastoralists, agropastoralists, pastoral dropouts, rural smallholder farmers, rural/urban adolescents, and street children in Ethiopia to respond to humanitarian crises and develop resilience. We collaborate closely with local communities, local government, funders, and other critical actors. GOAL E Humanitarian Response focuses on nutrition, WASH, livelihoods, multipurpose cash, NFIs, and protection interventions across the country, whereas recovery and development focus on livelihoods, economic opportunities, health, health and nutrition system strengthening, and WASH, with a strong emphasis on integrated programming and a community-based approach in the Oromiya regional state. The street children program is carried out in collaboration with local partners in Addis Abeba and Hawassa.

We envision a future free of poverty, with resilient vulnerable communities, no impediments to well-being, and equal rights and opportunities for all. GOAL Ethiopia’s primary donors include Irish Aid, USAID/OFDA, EHF, ECHO, UNHCR, WFP, UNOCHA, and several private donors.

General description of the role:

Under the direct supervision of the senior health & nutrition officer, the midwifery nurse will be in charge of providing a maternal health package that includes prenatal and neonatal care. ANC services include iron supplementation, TT vaccination, distribution of clean and safe delivery kits, identification of high-risk mothers and facilitation of a referral system to the nearest health facility, birth preparation and complication readiness, and family planning (FP), breastfeeding, and HIV counseling.

Others include promoting and performing safe delivery and/or assisting with linkage to maternity waiting homes at identified hospitals; postnatal care (PNC) through follow-up home visits and Vitamin A supplementation; family planning for lactating mothers; managing acute and life-threatening illnesses; and referring patients to higher health facilities as needed. The midwifery nurse reports directly to and is technically assisted by the senior health and nutrition officer.

S/he will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day implementation of ANC, delivery, PNC family planning, consultation of expectant mothers, outreach, EPI, health education, sanitation, safe motherhood, and child health in accordance with RHB/FMOH mobile health and nutrition guidelines. S/he will also be responsible for day-to-day documentation of pregnant mothers, counseling of childbearing-age people, providing health education, vaccinating children, and all provided services accordingly, as well as compiling weekly and monthly reports and sharing them with the Senior Health and Nutrition Officer and Woreda Health offices.

Qualifications:

Diploma/BSc in Midwifery/MPH-RH with a minimum of four years of experience in maternity and child health programs, preferably in an NGO, including two years in mobile health and nutrition projects.
At least one year of clinical experience directly managing reproductive health, including family planning, prenatal care, delivery, postpartum care, comprehensive abortion care, newborn care, and knowledge of adolescent-friendly reproductive health care services.
Up-to-date understanding of comprehensive clinical RH management techniques and guidelines is beneficial.
Knowledge and skills in clinical mentorship for MCH clinicians.
Knowledge of culturally appropriate IEC/SBCC materials on RH and HIV/AIDS topics.
Experience arranging and facilitating training sessions.
Excellent written and spoken English, including the local tongue.
Ability to operate under pressure, long hours, and a heavy workload.
Solid technical skills in case management for safe motherhood, childhood, and adult illnesses.
Knowledge, training, and expertise in the management of FP, reproductive health, and IMCI/ICCM.
Encourages group effort and the spirit of teamwork.
Flexible and inventive attitude; eager to take initiative when necessary.
Accountability and responsiveness within specific areas of duty
Knowledge of the indigenous language of the location is quite advantageous.

Required Skill:

Clinical knowledge

Desirable qualities, skills, and competencies

Have a thorough understanding and practical expertise with mobile health and nutrition projects.
Up-to-date understanding of comprehensive clinical RH management techniques and guidelines is beneficial.
Knowledge and skills in clinical mentorship for MCH clinicians.
Understanding of the local culture.
Passionate, passionate, and deeply committed to working for the improvement of the underprivileged community.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY/DUTIES (full list of chores and outputs classified as “daily,” “weekly,” “monthly,” or any other category that matches the function)

Conduct ANC and PNC.
Provide FP and vaccines.
Maintain a delivery plan with all registered pregnant women.
Provide health education, particularly about RH and IYCF.
Ensure that all obstetric crises are referred.
Ensure that all RH activities are carried out as prescribed.
Liaises and builds strong relationships with various sectors, including nutrition, U5, childhood disease, OPD, SGBV, hygiene, and sanitation.
Conduct fast assessments to identify training gaps, the need for refresher training, and extra skill development for facility-based MCH workers and HEWs.
Offer complete, high-quality RH services.
Provide technical assistance in the creation and implementation of clinical RH job aids as well as social and behavior change communication (SBCC) materials to enhance demand generation activities for RH services.
Participate in field-based coordination meetings, workshops, and task force meetings at the woreda/district levels.
Maintain health program activity records in both soft and paper copies, and provide activity reports on schedule and in accordance with the goals.
Ensures that RH/FP interventions are carried out in accordance with the MoH and WHO’s standard procedures, policies, and recommendations.
Provide basic health and nutrition services, such as community ANC, FP IMNCI/ICCM, safe motherhood, emergency care, referral, health education, and EPI, in accordance with MOH Mobile Health and Nutrition Guidelines.
Facilitate training and collaborate closely with MOH officials at the health posts, health centers, hospitals, and district levels.
Organize daily, weekly, and monthly overviews and reports for ANC, FP, and EPI, as well as health education and consultations.
Ensure a referral system and linkages between services and health facilities.
Follow medical and nutritional treatment standards and procedures for children and newborns.
Coordinate and promote the implementation of mobile health and nutrition programs, choose safe delivery sites, and create a weekly movement plan.
Provide basic health services such as community ANC, FP IMNCI/ICCM, safe motherhood, emergency care, referral, health education, and EPI in accordance with the Somali RHB Mobile Health and Nutrition Guidelines.
Provide necessary pharmaceuticals for pregnant women and children under the age of five, as well as supplies and therapeutic goods, to the team and chosen health facilities.
Facilitate training and collaborate closely with MOH personnel at health posts, health centers, and district levels.
Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly reports on ANC, PNC, FP & EPI, health education, and consultations.
Ensure a referral system and linkage between services and health facilities.
Follow medical and nutritional treatment standards and procedures for children and newborns.
Respect the dignity of the target group, caregivers, and members of the community.
Flexible and inventive attitude; eager to take initiative when necessary.
Accountability and responsiveness within designated areas of responsibility.
Any other duties assigned by his or her supervisor (senior health and nutrition officer).

Additional work responsibilities.

The job duties and responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive, and the post holder may be asked to perform extra functions within the scope of their skills and expertise.

GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct, as well as a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, in place to provide the best possible protection of project participants and children from exploitation. GOAL also has a secrecy policy that ensures that no information relating to GOAL’s practices and business, obtained in the course of duty, is disclosed to any other person or organization without authority, save in the usual execution of duty. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to follow these policies, as well as other GOAL and Donor policies.

REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS:

GOAL will offer a competitive base compensation based on the salary grading system, as well as supplementary benefits.
An opportunity to get tangible experience.
Being a member of a team that is still making a significant difference in the lives of the most vulnerable people.

Commitments:

GOAL’s recruitment process is fair and transparent, which is consistent with the organization’s dedication to integrity, honesty, and culture. GOAL is committed to ensuring that its performance is in accordance with the terms and conditions of relevant agreements, applicable laws, and regulations.

GOAL strongly advocates equality, diversity, and inclusion and works with men and women, people with disabilities, and employees of all ages, including youth, to empower them and recognize their successes on a continuous basis. GOAL also invites applications from a wide range of individuals, including women, people with disabilities, people from other backgrounds, and youngsters.

GOAL has a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination based on gender, age, handicap, ethnicity, religion, race, or economic condition. We seek to establish a workplace climate in which every team, office, and country is rich in varied individuals, ideas, and perspectives.

As a result, pre-employment background checks will be conducted, and employees will be required to read, understand, sign, and implement various policies such as the safeguarding and child protection policy, the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse policy, the sexual harassment policy, the code of conduct, and any other organizational rules and regulations. GOAL is determined not to hurt the people under its care.

GOAL Ethiopia is committed to protecting and promoting the safety of everyone involved in its work, and it expects all employees to demonstrate the highest level of devotion. GOAL Ethiopia will evaluate the candidate’s abilities and dedication during the assessment process and undertake a background check.

You are welcome to mention your sex (male or female) and any disability difficulties in your CV (please note that this information will only be used to comply with the organization’s affirmative action policy).

Application Procedure:

Interested and qualified applicants should submit only one non-returnable application with a CV for one vacancy. The vacancy reference number, along with the title and duty station, must be included in the application letter.
Applicants can apply directly using the green “Apply now” button.
Please make sure that your application and CV are in PDF or Word format only. (The system could not accept anything but PDF and Word.)
GOAL enthusiastically encourages women to apply!
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview and examination.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit additional supporting papers upon request at a later stage.
GOAL is unable to contribute to any expenses spent by candidates throughout the recruitment process.

NB

1. Zemen Jobs provides verified and large NGO institutions, private organizations, and government institutions only by preparing job advertisements.
2. Job seekers apply for free on Zemen Jobs and do not pay any fees for the jobs they see on Zemen Jobs.
3. Before applying, read the job description carefully. Never apply for a job advertisement that does not match your work experience and education level.
4. Prepare a professional resume that meets the standards before applying. Because old CV formats are not being accepted by many organizations these days.
5. Employers have a contractual agreement with us that they will not accept any fees from job seekers when posting their job advertisements on our website. Therefore, if you are asked for fees from employers, please contact us and let us know.
6. Not all job advertisements use the same application method, so please read How to Apply carefully because you may be applying for the job online or in person.
7. Thank you very much for choosing us and for your complete trust in us. Good luck with your career.

To apply for this job email your details to admin@zemenjobs.com