Afghan Midwives Association (AMA)

The AMA is the technical body for midwifery education, professional development and policies that enable every midwife in Afghanistan so midwives can practice the highest level of care for the mothers and new born of the country. The AMA is a member of key national and international forums. For example AMA is an active member of the Human Resource Development Task Force, National Reproductive Health Task Force, The Maternal New born Health committee, Afghan Women Network and Secretariat for National Nursing and Midwifery Steering Committee. Similarly, at regional and international level AMA is an active member of the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM), White Ribbon Alliance (WRA) for the safe motherhood and women empowerment; also member of the Asia Midwifery Regional Resource Centre.

Job Purpose

• Patrol designated property to monitor and prevent intrusion, damage, hazards and breaches of security
• Protect property and tenants from theft, damage, trespassing or accidents
• Provide a visible presence that enforces safety and security
• Identify and investigate suspicious behaviour, threats and irregular activity
• Respond to alarms and requests for help
• Monitor and control entrance and departure of employees and visitors according to prescribed protocol
• Detect and confront unauthorized persons and violators of security procedures
• Check property through electronic monitoring systems
• Enforce relevant laws and regulations pertaining to all individuals on the property
• Report rule infractions and violations
• Monitor and prevent movement of prohibited items into and out of property
• Conduct exterior property checks for maintenance issues, malfunctions or hazards
• Contact relevant authorities to deal with unlawful or irregular activities   
• Use radio or other communication devices in a clear and concise manner
• Prepare written reports of daily activities, observations and incidents
• Inspect and test fire and security systems
• Implement the prescribed emergency plan in case of emergency

Skills and Behaviours: AMA Values in Practice

Competencies

- Commitment to AMA Values: Demonstrates knowledge of and accepts AMA values

- Cross-cultural Awareness: Demonstrates an open attitude

- Behavioural Flexibility: Adapts behaviour to the needs of the situation

- Stress Management: Manages own stress

- Results and Quality Orientation: Performs his/her work

- Service Orientation: Responds empathetically to clients and understands their concerns/needs

- Planning and Organizing: She organizes her work

- Teamwork and Cooperation: Acknowledges the importance of teamwork and cooperation

Accountability:

• Ensure that you work to the best of your ability and demonstrate high levels of commitment to AMA Afghanistan in order to ensure the objectives of your role.

Ambition:

• Ensure the effective and efficient use of AMA resources in order to keep costs low and ensure safety in the workplace

Integrity:

• Other duties as directed

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• knowledge of state laws and regulations
• working knowledge of security operations and safety practices
• working knowledge of enforcement policies and procedures
• working knowledge of safety equipment
• no disqualifying criminal history

Interested qualified candidates should submit a full CV (maximum three pages) with a cover letter explaining their motivation in applying for the job and highlighting their relevant skills and experience;

To apply online please send your application / CV

To:  hr@afghanmidwives.org

Subject line must be: (Guard/AMA-# 10-01-2025) otherwise your application may not have considered.    

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for written test and interview.