ACBAR

HealthNet TPO is a Netherlands based not for profit, non-governmental organization founded on the principle that access to affordable quality health care is a basic human right.

In 1992 HealthNet TPO was established by ‘Doctors without Borders’ to bridge the gap between emergency aid and structural development. The organization is now the result of a merger between HealthNet International (HNI) and the Transcultural Psychosocial Organization (TPO). HNI has knowledge and experience in reinforcing healthcare systems and prevention, diagnosis and treatment of transmissible diseases. TPO is an expert in the field of psychosocial and mental health care for survivors of war and natural disasters.  HealthNet TPO Afghanistan is managed by a team of qualified Afghans and supported by a team of experts at the HQ of the organization in Holland.

HealthNet TPO Afghanistan is providing Primary Health Care, Mental Health and psychosocial services, fighting malaria and supporting Mother & Child Health Care in terms of providing training for Community Midwifes and to conduct operation research. HealthNet TPO is currently implementing projects in almost 20 provinces of Afghanistan and the major program it implements are HER (Health Emergency Response) projects in three provinces, Nutrition, Mental Health and Psychosocial, Malaria Control program, Tuberculus....... through a community system strengthening approach.

HealthNet TPO has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. HNITPO takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse involving HNITPO employees and Related Personnel.

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.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                II. 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.

              III. 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.

             IV. 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

• 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

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to send their CVs along with an application letter to recruitment.kabul@hntpo.org.

Please ensure to fill out the Health Net TPO application form which is available in http://www.acbar.org/applicationform  

Please ensure to mention the position you are applying for, in the subject line of your E-mail

Incomplete applications or applications received after closing date will not be given consideration.

Country office Address

Near to Turkmenistan Embassy, House #31,Street #4, Kart Seh, District #6, Kabul Afghanistan

recruitment.kabul@hntpo.org