Birth Assistant (Doula) – Fixed Term Contract

Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu

Established in 1952, the Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu is a 61-bed acute care facility offering quality health care. The Hospital provides general medical services, specialist clinics and high-tech diagnostic services, and has a well-equipped 24-hour Emergency Department. It is part of the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) international referral system, with links to the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi and Karachi respectively.

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https://www.agakhanhospitals.org/

Birth Assistant (Doula) – Fixed Term Contract

The Birth Assistant (Doula) will provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to expectant mothers and their families before, during, and after childbirth. The role is aimed at enhancing the birthing experience and supporting mothers through pregnancy, labour, and the postpartum period.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide prenatal support, including childbirth education and birth planning.
  • Conduct Lamaze sessions in collaboration with the Midwife.
  • Offer continuous labour support, including emotional reassurance, comfort measures, and advocacy.
  • Support mothers and their partners during childbirth.
  • Provide postpartum support, including guidance on basic newborn care.
  • Maintain effective communication with clients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Document client interactions accurately and maintain confidentiality at all times.

The requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

  • Certificate or formal training as a Health Care Assistant.
  • Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Prior experience in maternal and newborn care will be an added advantage.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and supportive in high-pressure situations.
  • Flexibility to work on-call, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
  • Basic knowledge of maternal and newborn care.

Method of application

If you are interested and qualified, kindly submit your application via the link provided below,

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Deadline 22-May-2026

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