Health Educator (midwife)

Job Description

Title: Health Educator (midwife)

Company Name: Pulse Bangladesh Society

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Ukhia)

Salary: Tk. 30000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Diploma in Midwifery

• Diploma in Midwifery from recognized institution.

• At least 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• At least 2 years’ experience in primary health, health education, or patient interaction roles.

• Experience working with marginalized or vulnerable populations is preferred.

• Experience in health education related to chronic diseases or maternal health is an advantage.

Language

• Fluency in spoken Rohingya or Chittagonian language.

• Ability to read and write Bangla fluently.

Maintaining Neutrality: Prohibition of Political Activities in the Workplace to Uphold Professionalism and Integrity

• To ensure a professional and unbiased work environment, it is imperative that all staff members refrain from engaging in any political activities during their employment. This statement is in place to maintain the principle of neutrality in the workplace integrity and the workplace's neutrality principle. By adhering to this statement (Maintaining Neutrality), employees demonstrate their commitment to their roles and responsibilities within the organization, focusing solely on their job duties and contributing to its overall success. Engaging in political activities during working hours, public holidays, or weekends or using organizational resources and social media is strictly prohibited and may lead to disciplinary action. Prioritize their professional duties and responsibilities above personal political affiliations to maintain a harmonious and productive work environment.

Statement on Standard of Professional Conduct and Commitment to Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity

• Pulse BD is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professional conduct while ensuring a robust commitment to gender equality and equal opportunity. Pulse BD recognize that each member's behavior and actions reflect on the organization and its mission. Therefore, we are committed to maintaining integrity, respect, and accountability in all our work. This includes treating all individuals with dignity, taking responsibility for our actions, safeguarding confidentiality, and adhering to organizational policies and legal requirements. Additionally, Pulse BD is devoted to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone has equal access to opportunities, ensuring fairness and unbiased decision-making, advocating for gender equality, and continuously enhancing our understanding of diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to positively contribute to and support a work environment that is both ethical and equitable.

Safeguarding and PSEA:

• Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the Program goals on safeguarding and PSEA implementation. Act as a critical source of support guidance and expertise on safeguarding and establishing a safe working environment. Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

Job Location: Ukhiya

Reported To: Medical Officer

Job Purpose of Health Educator (Midwife):

The Health Educator will be responsible for providing structured health education, counseling, and follow-up support to patients attending the Health Post, with a primary focus on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) prevention, control, treatment adherence, and follow-up in Project for promotion of primary and secondary prevention of non-communicable diseases and strengthening its follow-up system in Forcibility Displaced Myanmar Nationals in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. The role also includes limited support for other health areas such as maternal health and general community health. The position works under the technical supervision of the Medical Officer and in close coordination with NCD Screeners, Dispenser, Referral Facilitator, and Porters.

Key Responsibilities:

Health Education and Counseling Services

• Conduct group and individual health education sessions targeting NCD prevention, early detection, lifestyle modification, and adherence to treatment.

• Provide tailored counseling to NCD patients regarding diet, physical activity, smoking cessation, stress management, and medication adherence.

• Use culturally appropriate IEC materials to ensure patient understanding and engagement.

Medication counseling

• Explain the purpose, dosage, frequency, duration, benefits, and possible side effects of prescribed medicines according to the Medical Officer’s prescription.

• Confirm patient understanding and obtain informed consent during each visit.

Healthy lifestyle guidance

• Assess patient lifestyle risks through consultation.

• Provide tailored counseling based on patient readiness and stage of behavior change.

• Set small, achievable goals to be reviewed during follow-up visits and encourage family involvement when appropriate.

Follow-up and continuity of care

• Explain the importance of follow-up visits to patients and caregivers.

• Confirm next visit dates and document follow-up plans.

• Coordinate with Porters (community support staff) for patient follow-up, reminders, accompaniment to the Health Post, or assistance during referral visits.

Coordination and Patient Support

• Work closely with the Screener to support patients requiring further clinical assessment by the Medical Officer.

• Coordinate with the Medical Officer and Lab Technologist for patients requiring laboratory investigations and explain procedures to patients.

• Coordinate with the Referral Facilitator to support referral cases, including patient counseling, preparation, and follow-up after referral.

• Support smooth patient flow within the Health Post in coordination with facility staff.

Records, Reporting, and Documentation

• Record health education and counseling information accurately in individual patient records, including lifestyle risks, education topics, goals set, and follow-up plans.

• Organize and maintain patient records properly and share required updates with the Medical Officer on a regular basis.

• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly activity reports in a timely manner.

Quality, Ethics, and Compliance

• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow organizational Code of Conduct, PSEA, and workplace safety policies.

• Participate in regular team meetings for information sharing, coordination, and service improvement.

• Attend trainings, capacity-building activities, and organizational programs as assigned.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the authority relevant to Health Post operations.

• Gross Salary: BDT 30,000 per month