The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity, and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
The IRC opened the country program in Afghanistan in 1988. Our programs span the range from humanitarian relief to early recovery and development activities, focusing on child protection, education, economic wellbeing, health, and power. The IRC works in 10 provinces throughout Afghanistan, among which some of the most security volatile, and employs over 1000 staff.

Compliance with Policies:

• Compliance with the IRC WAY (our standards for professional conduct) is a responsibility shared by all involved in delivering on the IRC’s mission. We must abide by the IRC Way and Safeguarding Policies all the time. 
• The IRC has zero tolerance approach to the IRC Code of Conduct including safeguarding violations being committed by its staff, consultants, contractors, volunteers, interns, suppliers, vendors, sub-grantees/partners, implementing partners or any other associate.

• Provide direct clinical care, working closely with other health staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality, comprehensive primary healthcare services.
• Conduct triage, screening, and assessment of patients.
• Perform basic and assisted delivery care.
• Conduct neonatal and obstetric resuscitation as needed.
• Ensure timely and supported referrals to the nearest Emergency Obstetric Care (EmONC) center.
• Refer sexually transmitted infection (STI) cases to the Medical Doctor for management.
• Identify survivors of sexual assault and refer them for registration, counseling, and clinical care support.
• Provide antenatal and postnatal care in accordance with national standards and protocols.
• Deliver hygiene promotion, health education, and counseling to patients and caregivers.
• Ensure strict adherence to infection prevention and control (IPC) measures, including those related to COVID-19.
• Maintain accurate documentation in clinic registers and ensure timely submission of summary reports.
• Carry out duties as per the assigned duty roster, including night shifts.
• Conduct outreach services to expand access to reproductive and maternal health care in the community.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure all consultations are conducted in a dignified and respectful manner.

• Holds a recognized Midwifery Diploma/Certificate, is registered with the Ministry of Public Health, and has successfully passed the Exit Exam.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience as a midwife.
  Prior experience and training in sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) response and clinical care for sexual assault survivors is an advantage.
• Experience working with and supporting community volunteers in health promotion, community mobilization, and awareness raising is desirable.
• Ability to maintain regular inventory and consumption tracking of medical drugs and supplies.
• Coordinate with relevant staff to ensure timely requests for medical supplies.
• Technical competency and flexibility to understand and navigate cultural and political dynamics.
• Skills to provide sensitive and appropriate medical counseling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports in English.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure in a                challenging environment, demonstrating patience, empathy, and diplomacy.
• Must be willing and able to work night shifts as per the duty roster.
• Must be capable of conducting outreach services at the community level, including health education and service delivery.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when required.
• Capacity to live and work in difficult and high-pressure conditions.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of all patient consultations and records.
• Submit timely and comprehensive reports as required.
• Fluency in Pashto and/or Dari.
• Proficiency in English is an advantage.
• Basic computer literacy is an advantage.
• Ability to work respectfully, professionally, and collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, or culture.

• For IRC- Afghanistan Internal Candidates:

  (“ The IRC encourages employees to remain in a position for at least one year and be in good standing before applying for another position within the organization. if an employee is interested in a vacant position within the organization, he/she must inform his/her supervisor in advance before applying for a new position”)

  (However, 1 year is a must to complete but to encourage IRCA employees somehow we are flexible who work in the current IRC position for at least 6 months or above and are given chance to compete for an opportunity in the organization)

  All qualified candidates are requested to open the given link and follow the instructions:

  https://rescue.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/58906?c=rescue

  applications received without a given link and/or online system will be disqualified and removed from the entire process. 

  Shortlisted candidates will be directly contacted for a written test and after that for interviews. If you are not contacted TWO or FOUR WEEKS after the closing date .please know that your application has not been successful for the post. IRC Afghanistan Country Office, Qala-e-Fathullah, Street # 3, District 10, Old UNOCHA Office, Beside Fatemia Mosque.