Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) Recruits Nurse/Midwife

The Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is a gender justice project supported by Justice for All (J4A) Programme of the Department for International Development (DFID) to provide holistic and high quality medical and psychosocial services to survivors of sexual assault in Lagos State.

We are seeking experienced and dynamic individuals for the vacant position of:

Job Title: Nurse/Midwife

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide all immediate assessments, treatment and health care to clients as needed and requested. Provide follow-up medical care, treatment, and support as needed.
• Assist the contracted doctors with conducting medical/forensic examinations as needed and requested by the client.
• Assist with any other medical follow up that may be required for legal procedures, and help ensure that medical certificates are delivered to the appropriate agencies in a timely manner.
• Help refer and support clients to access additional health care that may not be provided at the Centre, such as family planning services, other medical care, etc.
• Manage and oversee the centre pharmacy and medical supplies

Qualifications, Experience, Skills

• A degree in nursing or similar qualification in nursing
• At least 3 years experience in the direct provision of examinations, treatment, and care services to women and children including clients of sexual assault, domestic violence, and other forms of gender-based violence.
• Substantial knowledge and/or practical experience in health and medical issues pertaining to gender based violence response, and in the provision of appropriate care for clients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply the principles of providing quality service delivery for clients of gender-based violence in various settings and circumstances.
• Experience engaging constructively with diverse groups of stakeholders at all levels in a participatory, inclusive manner to address issues that may be viewed as sensitive or controversial with respect to traditional socio-cultural beliefs and practices.

Application Closing Date
14th May, 2013

Method of Application
To apply, submit a letter of intent stating expected salary, with CV and copies of credentials attached in word document to:
SARCLAGOS2013@yahoo.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.