Midwife Intern

About the role

The Afghan Midwives Association seeks a Midwife Intern to provide high‑quality maternal and newborn care, support families, and ensure compliance with national midwifery standards.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver antenatal, post‑natal, family planning and group ANC care according to MLMCC guidelines.
• Maintain detailed patient records, sterilize instruments, and manage stock of supplies.
• Identify and refer complicated cases (eclampsia, pre‑eclampsia, IUGR, diabetic clients) with supervisor support.
• Provide education on breastfeeding, newborn care, hygiene, nutrition and birth preparation to mothers, fathers and the community.
• Participate in emergency cases, support birth planning and promote mother‑baby bonding.

Required profile

• Graduation from an approved Midwifery Education Program certified by Afghanistan MoPH and MoHE.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Fluent in Dari, Pashto and English (written and verbal preferred).
• Two positive references from previous employers or educators.

Required skills

• Midwifery clinical skills including ANC, PNC, FP, and emergency obstetric care.
• Record‑keeping and documentation according to MLMCC procedures.
• Infection prevention and instrument sterilization.
• Patient education and counseling.