Lady Health Visitor

Job Description:

To provide essential maternal and reproductive healthcare services, promote hygiene and nutrition awareness, and support survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) through medical assistance, counseling, and referrals at Women and Girls Friendly Spaces (WGFS). The role aims to enhance women's health and well-being by delivering quality healthcare, conducting awareness sessions, and ensuring a survivor-centered approach in all interventions.

Main Responsibilities

Primary Healthcare Services:

• Provide essential health services, including maternal and child health care, antenatal and postnatal check-ups, and immunization.
• Offer basic treatment, wound care, and first aid for minor injuries or illnesses.
• Support reproductive health services, including family planning counseling and contraceptive distribution.
• Facilitate safe and supportive referrals to specialized medical, psychosocial, and legal services.

Community Engagement and Awareness:

• Conduct awareness sessions on health, hygiene, nutrition, family planning, and GBV prevention for women and girls.
• Promote safe and healthy practices through educational sessions in communities and WGFS (Women and Girls Friendly Spaces).
• Encourage community participation in health and well-being initiatives.

Record Keeping and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of health services provided, including patient histories and treatment plans.
• Ensure timely reporting of health statistics and GBV-related cases while maintaining confidentiality.
• Coordinate with supervisors and relevant stakeholders for program updates and improvements.

Coordination and Teamwork:

• Work closely with WGFS staff, case workers, social workers, and community outreach teams to provide holistic support.
• Participate in capacity-building sessions and professional training to enhance service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health protocols and safety standards in all interventions.

Please Note:

• A candidate who tries to influence the recruitment process will be automatically disqualified.
• Ready to work immediately
• Women and minority candidates are particularly encouraged to apply
• SPO strongly prohibits Sexual Exploitation, Abuse or Harrasment (SEAH), accordingly; candidate background and reference check will be conducted