Midwife (Volunteer) At Center for Child Care and Human Development (C3HD)

Yobe
Detail Information
Location Nguru – Yobe State
Employment Type Contract (Volunteer)
Length of Contract 6 Months
Reporting To Programs Manager
No. of Positions 2

About Center for Child Care and Human Development (C3HD)

C3HD is a Child-Centered and Women-Focused (CCWF) non-governmental, non-tribal, non-religious, and non-profit organization established in 2017. Our core mission is to transform the lives of women and children on the edges of society, helping them regain and pursue their dreams for sustainable development.

For over 5 years, operating in Yobe, Borno, Adamawa, and Kano States, C3HD acts as an agent for change. We respond to the needs of the most vulnerable communities, especially women, children, people with disabilities, and those affected by conflict and insurgency. Our work maximizes contributions to Healthcare and Wellbeing, Protection, Peace Building, and Economic Recovery/Livelihood. We employ the “protective communities’ approach” by mainstreaming safeguarding and protection across all our activities.

The Opportunity: Midwife (Volunteer)

We are seeking two skilled and compassionate Midwives to join our team in Nguru, Yobe State. This is a critical volunteer role focused on reducing maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality by providing essential, high-quality care to vulnerable women and adolescent girls during pregnancy, labor, and the postnatal period.

Key Responsibilities

The Midwife will provide comprehensive maternal and newborn care, ensure clinical safety, and actively engage in community health education.

Skilled Maternal & Newborn Care:

  • Provide skilled midwifery services across the antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal periods.
  • Conduct safe and clean deliveries according to WHO and national guidelines.
  • Monitor labour using partographs and ensure timely interventions.
  • Provide comprehensive newborn care, including resuscitation when needed.
  • Provide family planning counselling and services.

Emergency Management & Safety:

  • Identify and manage obstetric emergencies and ensure timely referral of complex cases.
  • Maintain a clean, safe delivery environment and ensure the sterilization of equipment.
  • Adhere strictly to Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols and universal precautions, including proper waste disposal.

Health Education & Community Engagement:

  • Conduct health talks for pregnant women and caregivers on key topics like Nutrition, Birth preparedness, Newborn care, Breastfeeding, Danger signs, and Postpartum care.
  • Promote awareness on PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse), safeguarding, and women’s rights.
  • Ensure beneficiaries know the complaints and feedback mechanisms.
  • Support community outreach and reproductive health campaigns when needed.

Documentation & Ethics:

  • Maintain accurate maternity registers, ANC/PNC records, and delivery reports.
  • Track and report maternal and newborn health indicators to supervisors.
  • Ensure strict confidentiality of patient information.
  • Uphold professional ethical standards and treat all patients with respect and dignity.
  • Report any GBV (Gender-Based Violence) or SEA concerns following organizational procedures.
  • Work closely with doctors, nurses, community health workers, and other staff.

Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications (Education & Licensing)

  • Required: Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Midwifery from a recognized institution.
  • Required: A valid practicing license from the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
  • Essential Training: Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (BEmONC).
  • Added Advantage: Training in Advanced Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation, or Helping Babies Breathe.
  • Knowledge of Maternal and Child Health protocols (ANC, PNC, FP).
  • Strong understanding of infection prevention and control (IPC) and safe delivery standards.
  • Computer literacy is an added advantage.

Experience

  • Minimum 2–3 years professional experience as a Midwife in a hospital, PHC, or maternity center.
  • Proven experience conducting normal deliveries, managing labour, and identifying complications.
  • Experience providing antenatal, postnatal, and newborn care.
  • Experience working with women, adolescent girls, and vulnerable populations.
  • NGO or humanitarian health program experience is an advantage.
  • Experience accurately documenting births, referrals, and health service data.
  • Ability to work effectively in high-volume or emergency settings.

Core Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

  • Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, solving situations and using reason effectively.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting, and keeps emotions under control.
  • Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively, listens for clarification, and is fluent in the local language of the people.
  • Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities to achieve organizational goals.
  • Ethics & Diversity: Upholds organizational values, works with integrity, and shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
  • Judgment: Displays the willingness and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
  • Motivation: Demonstrates persistence, overcomes obstacles, and sets challenging goals.

What We Offer (Benefits)

This volunteer role offers significant professional rewards and impact:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training workshops and conferences.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment with a diverse team.
  • Employee assistance program for mental health and well-being support.
  • Make a real difference in the lives of women and girls in Yobe State.

How to Apply

Application Opening Date: 18th November 2025 Application Closing Date: 25th November 2025

Interested and qualified candidates should send their comprehensive CV and Cover Letter ONLY as one attachment explaining their suitability for the job.

Address your application to the “Head of Programs, Center for Child Care and Human Development” and send it via email to: [email protected]

Subject Line: Use the Job Title and location as the subject of the email (e.g., Midwife Volunteer – Nguru, Yobe State).

Equal Opportunity Statement

C3HD is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.