Health Educator

About the role

MSI Reproductive Choices Afghanistan (MSIA), a branch of MSI, works in 18 provinces of Afghanistan to reduce maternal mortality by providing maternal-child health and reproductive health services and information, in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health. The Health Educator supports health educators and medical professionals in daily operations and helps clients understand and access health services.

Key responsibilities

• Assist health educators and medical professionals in daily operations.
• Educate clients on family planning, maternal and child health, nutrition, hygiene, adolescent health and disease prevention.
• Explain health services, address misconceptions and help clients make informed health decisions.
• Use posters, talks, demonstrations and discussions to encourage healthy behaviours.
• Distribute and explain IEC materials such as brochures and flipcharts.
• Guide clients to the providers who can give them the service they need.
• Support the Health Educator in recording education sessions, attendance and key issues raised, and in submitting routine reports.

Required profile

• Diploma in Midwifery, Public Health or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of the health system context and medical market in Afghanistan (or similar).
• High level of written and oral communication in Dari and English, with a confident and professional manner.
• Proven ability to work effectively across teams.

Required skills

• Analytical thinking and clear, concise oral and written communication.
• Ability to make effective public presentations and work well in teams.
• People management, strategic planning and strong organisational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to meet client needs and work in deadline-driven, results-oriented environments.

Candidates apply through the MSI-A application form and must attach an updated CV; no educational or job certificates are required. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.