Enrolled Midwife

Job Details

AsOne Ministries is a Christ-centered, non-profit organization committed to making disciples of Jesus and creating sustainable solutions in education, enterprise, health, and agriculture in rural, underserved communities across Uganda. As an Enrolled Midwife at the AsOne clinic in Namutumba Community, you will provide safe, competent, and compassionate basic midwifery care to women and families throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period, working under the supervision of the Registered Midwife and Clinical Officer, and delivering excellent, Christ-centered customer care. Expected to uphold the professional code of conduct for midwives as set by the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council. Employment Type: Full-time, 8 work hours. Duty Station: Namutumba Community, Uganda. Salary: Not Disclosed.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive and welcome expectant mothers, and assist with antenatal assessments, including taking vital signs, weight, and basic fetal monitoring.
• Assist the Registered Midwife or Clinical Officer during labor and delivery, providing supportive care to mothers throughout the birthing process.
• Provide basic postnatal care to mothers and newborns under supervision, monitoring recovery and reporting any concerns promptly.
• Assist with immediate newborn care, including keeping the baby warm, supporting initiation of breastfeeding, and basic newborn checks.
• Support family planning clinics by preparing clients, assisting with counseling sessions, and helping with method provision under supervision.
• Assist in recognizing signs of obstetric complications or emergencies, promptly alerting the Registered Midwife or Clinical Officer.
• Support antenatal and postnatal education sessions on nutrition, hygiene, immunization, and newborn care.
• Assist with cervical cancer screening, HIV counseling and testing, and other maternal health services as directed by senior staff.
• Provide holistic care that integrates physical, emotional, and spiritual support, including prayer with clients where appropriate and welcomed.
• Follow infection prevention and control protocols strictly during deliveries and all clinical procedures.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including antenatal cards, delivery registers, and postnatal records, under supervision.
• Assist in completing daily and weekly maternal health returns and statistics for submission to the Registered Midwife or Clinic Manager.
• Support monitoring of stock levels of midwifery supplies, drugs, and delivery kits, and flag shortages or expiring items to senior staff.
• Assist in proper use, cleaning, sterilization, and safe storage of midwifery and delivery equipment.
• Support scheduling and coordination of antenatal, delivery, and postnatal appointments under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with clinic policies, national health regulations, and data protection standards in all record-keeping and client interactions.
• Assist in preparing the clinic environment and documentation for inspections, audits, or visits by health authorities or partners.
• Welcome and attend to every client with warmth, respect, dignity, and patience regardless of background or circumstance.
• Communicate clearly and kindly with mothers and families about their care during pregnancy, labor, and after delivery.
• Respect clients' birth preferences and cultural values wherever safely possible.
• Help manage client flow in antenatal, labor, and postnatal areas to minimize delays.
• Listen to client and family concerns or complaints with empathy and professionalism, promptly referring them to the Registered Midwife or Clinical Officer.
• Protect client confidentiality and privacy at all times, particularly around sensitive matters such as HIV status and reproductive health choices.
• Follow up with mothers and newborns as directed after delivery or referral.
• Work closely with the Registered Midwife, Clinical Officer, nurses, lab technicians, and community health workers to ensure coordinated maternal and newborn care.
• Participate in clinical team meetings, case reviews, quality improvement discussions, and staff devotions, fellowships, and outreach initiatives.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Certificate in Enrolled Midwifery from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of midwifery experience, preferably in a primary care, rural, or community health setting.
• Solid understanding of basic antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care, and common maternal and newborn health concerns.
• Proficient in basic midwifery procedures, vital signs monitoring, and supervised support during deliveries.
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills, with willingness to learn basic health information systems (e.g., HMIS/DHIS2).
• Sound knowledge of infection prevention and control, and safe handling of medical and delivery supplies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong customer care orientation.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and under supervision, including during emergencies and night shifts.
• Basic computer literacy for reporting and record management is an added advantage.
• Capable of creating a safe, dignified, and nurturing environment for mothers, newborns, and families.