CARE’s Introduction (Who We Are?)

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people in over a hundred countries. We do this by focusing on our mission and living the values that drive our organization. A career at CARE is an opportunity to be part of a movement that brings communities together to solve complex problems and foster lasting change throughout the world. We seek individuals who are passionate about humanitarian and development work, collaborate well with others, embrace learning and innovation, and deliver results.

CARE’s Work Culture (What It’s Like to Work at CARE?)

CARE is a mission-driven international humanitarian aid and development organization that offers an opportunity to work with people across the world. Not a day will go by that you won’t learn something profound, meet an expert, or write a sentence that can change a life. We are committed to an environment where everyone can succeed.

The MCHC In Charge is directly responsible for the overall management of MCHC supervision and reporting of activities. The MCHC In Charge will be a female Medical Doctor and will be responsible for promoting and providing quality health care services to the mothers and children in the facility. The medical doctor will work in close collaboration with the MCHC team members including the Midwife, Psychosocial Counselors, Social Mobilizer and Female Youth Educator within the MCHC.

The detailed job description is mentioned below.

1. Health Care to the Mothers and Children:
   • Provide primary health care services for mothers and children.
   • Administer and prescribe medications and other treatments as necessary following the established protocols and guidelines.
   • Educate patients about preventive measures and promoting healthy lifestyle choices to improve overall health and well-being.
   • Monitor and evaluate overall health and development of mothers and children, and address any concerns or complications.
   • Provide technical oversight to ANC and PNC consultations provided to pregnant women by the midwife.
   • Maintain the medical records of the patients and provide follow up treatment as required.
   • Facilitate referrals for specialized medical care as required .

2. MCHC Management:
   • Ensure day-to-day management and supervision of the Mother and Child Health Center (MCHC).
   • Ensure the MCHC guidelines and guidance note on youth integration are followed.
   • Ensure that MCHC staff adhere to guiding principles of respect, confidentiality, safety/security and non- discrimination while providing services to mothers and children.
   • Ensure the rational use of resources in line with organization and donor-approved policies.
   • In consultation with the MCHC team and implementing partner MHPSS technical manager, develop a weekly activity plan and provide support to all MCHC staff in implementation of the activities as per plan.

3. Data and Information Management:
   • Responsible for maintaining and confidentiality of all registered documents.
   • Responsible for compilation and sharing of all MCHC activities data on daily, weekly, and monthly basis with the line supervisors including the Provincial Officer, Technical Manager, and Project Coordinator.
   • Ensure accuracy of the data collection for all MCHC personnel.
   • Ensure that all work with clients is kept confidential and that ethical practices are always followed this includes obtaining informed consent of beneficiaries for all pictures taken inside the MCHC.

4. Documentation and Reporting:
   • Support the documentation of best practices, human interest stories, and lessons learned.
   • Prepare regular reports on program implementation, achievements, and challenges.
   • Ensure that the health and safety standards at MCHC are maintained and report any maintenance related issues to the line manager.
   • Report any incidents occurring within MCHC, ensuring timely communication to the line manager for guidance and appropriate action.
   • Inform line manager immediately about any challenges faced in the MCHC activities implementation.
   • Perform other tasks assigned by the line manager.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Uphold CARE’s Safeguarding Policy (https://www.care-international.org/resources/care-international-safeguarding-policy) and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
• Must read the Safeguarding Policy and either sign the Safeguarding Code of Conduct or sign a Code of Conduct that is consistent with or references this policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Safety and Security Responsibility:

We all have a responsibility to promote a safe and secure work environment, foster a safety and security culture, and ensure consistent application of, and compliance with, CARE Afghanistan safety and security policies and procedures.

• • Medical Degree from a recognized institution, with a valid license to practice medicine.
  • Strong knowledge and expertise in maternal and child health.
  • Proven experience of working with mother and children in a clinical or hospital setting is preferred.
  • Experience in managing health / psychosocial programming.
  • Good understanding of relevant cultural and sensitive issues.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and demonstrate good organizational skills.
  • Able to speak/write in English, Pashto and Dari with clarity and ease.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Note:

The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional responsibilities can be assigned as needed.

Safeguarding

CARE places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse and of vulnerable adults and children, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation, harassment and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel

CARE Afghanistan  participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE Afghanistan’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

• Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) along with updated CV to afg.vacancies@care.org.
• Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
• Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line (MCHC In Charge CARE/AF/1140 Herat) otherwise your application will not be considered.
• Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
• The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
• CARE IS COMMITTED TO CHILD PROTECTION POLICY (Available at:  http://bit.ly/CAREAFG_Child_Protection_Policy)

Equal Opportunity Statement

CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

MDS (Misconduct Disclosure Scheme)

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.