National UN Community Volunteer
Quick answer
UNFPA DJI is seeking a National UN Community Volunteer to support maternal and triage services in Obock, Djibouti, with a focus on maternal and neonatal health and contraceptive access. The position is based in Obock, Djibouti, and offers a monthly living allowance and medical insurance.
- Role
- National UN Community Volunteer
- Organization
- UNFPA DJI
- Location
- Djibouti, Obock
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The position involves supporting maternal and triage services at the DMU and CMH in Obock, Djibouti, focusing on maternal and neonatal health, and ensuring continuity of contraceptive access.
What you'll do
- Accompany and guide pregnant women, lactating women, and postpartum women at the SSR point and CMH maternity ward, and facilitate their referral to midwives according to the priority set by the medical staff
- Identify pregnant women, especially in the third trimester, and refer them to prenatal consultations and assisted childbirth with qualified personnel
- Support the distribution of hygiene kits to visibly pregnant women, accompanied by clear messages on the importance of giving birth in a health facility
- Organize the reception and queues, ensuring the privacy and dignity of women, and keep non-medical attendance records and remind women of their prenatal and postnatal appointments
- Support the inventory of SSR products, reproductive health kits, and delivery kits, and report any risks or anomalies to the UNFPA SSR focal point
What it takes
- At least 1 year of experience in community health, supporting a health facility, or working within a community relay network or women's association
- Basic knowledge of maternal health and signs of danger during pregnancy
- Excellent listening and oral communication skills
- Discretion, respect for confidentiality, and respectful and non-judgmental attitude towards all women
- Cultural and social sensitivity
- Ability to work with traditional midwives, community leaders, and local authorities
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA), medical and life insurance, free access to different learning platforms
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Obock, Djibouti.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include at least 1 year of experience in community health, basic knowledge of maternal health, excellent communication skills, and cultural sensitivity.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by September 30, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA DJI's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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