Pediatrician

Bakhter Development Network (BDN) was established and registered in 2001 with the Ministry of Economics in Afghanistan as an Afghan, non-political, non-profit, and non-governmental organization. BDN operates in line with its constitution in three sectors: education, health, and agriculture and livestock. With its current focus on public health and nutrition services, BDN's mission is to assist communities in the achievement of their own development goals, while its vision is a world of enabled communities working toward a brighter future.

Currently, BDN is involved in implementing different health projects across multiple provinces of Afghanistan, such as BPHS-EPHS projects in Balkh and vertical projects like CBNI, TSFP, PHNS, FSAC, GC7, S-WIFS, and RMNCAH/SRH and PSS services in provinces such as Balkh, Badakhshan, Baghlan, Faryab, Sar-e-Pol, Jawzjan, Samangan, Takhar, Kapisa, Ghazni, Kunduz, Paktia, Paktika, Khost, Kabul, Parwan, Panjshir, and Maidan Wardak.

BDN, in more than 20 years of its operation, has made impressive contributions in promoting access to quality healthcare and has developed a reputable track record in the effective implementation of numerous projects within the country. BDN adheres to the policy of equal employment opportunities, and its hiring process is based on evaluation by knowledge, skill, work experience, and ability, without regard to age, sex, race, religion, ethnicity, or physical status.

Objective:

The pediatric specialist is responsible for identifying and treating emergency patients, particularly those with urgent and complex cases. They are also responsible for diagnosing diseases and recommending medications at the hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducted examinations; diagnosed; and treated pediatric patients, including those with infectious diseases, in accordance with the standards set by the Ministry of Public Health, including comprehensive childhood illness treatments.
• Identify and report issues that interfere with healthcare services.
• Identify and hospitalize emergency and complicated pediatric cases.
• Complete patient files by taking medical histories, conducting physical examinations, and prescribing treatments according to disease diagnosis based on standard guidelines.
• Monitor hospitalized patients during their stay based on progress notes.
• Hospitalize patients with moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) and severe acute malnutrition (SAM) and diagnose and treat malnutrition-related diseases.
• Participate in training sessions provided by the implementing organization.
• Attend hospital monthly meetings and committees as required.
• Refer patients to other well-equipped centers for further examination and treatment based on diagnosis.
• Maintain the registration book, referral forms, and discharge letters, and ensure continuous documentation of patient diagnoses, medication recommendations, and referrals to higher centers, along with other necessary advice during examinations.
• Collaborate with all departments of the health center, including providing practical training.
• Perform specialized procedures for patients in need and train junior doctors in these procedures.
• Possess sufficient knowledge of Afghanistan’s Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) and implement it in practice.
• Adhere to night duty shifts based on the monthly duty roster.
• Carry out additional tasks assigned by the relevant supervisor or organization officials.

• A specialty degree in pediatrics from a recognized entity is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in the field.
• Prior experience in a similar role is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing Dari, Pashto, and English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is essential.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure and take initiative.
• Integrity and a strong commitment to organizational goals are essential.

We welcome prospective applicants to submit their resumes and a formal letter of application delineating their credentials and enthusiasm for the role via the provided link until the close of business on the mentioned deadline. Please note that applicants may submit only one application for their chosen position.

https://forms.gle/uL2kCWh1NPiXQkYm7

BDN has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the BDN, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. BDN also adheres to strict child-safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credentials and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.