Medical Practitioner (Volunteer) - Doctor, Nurse / Midwife & Nutritionist / Dietitian at Advocacy for Resilience and Innovative Solutions for Youths, Women, and Children Empowerment (ARISE)

Job Summary

• The Medical Practitioner (Volunteer) role is strictly a free Service to Humanity.
• It is designed for licensed medical professionals who are passionate and willing to selflessly offer their healthcare skills to serve vulnerable communities. 
• There is no financial compensation attached to this position.

Overall purpose of the role:

• The Medical Practitioner (volunteer) is responsible for supporting the health and well-being of vulnerable community members, particularly women, children, and youths. 
• The role focuses on delivering basic healthcare services, conducting health education, and contributing to health outreach activities within ARISE's community programs. Practitioners will collaborate with ARISE staff and partners to improve community access to essential healthcare.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide basic healthcare services and health education to community members.
• Support community sensitisation, screenings, and health outreach activities.
• Offer advice on hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care practices.
• Assist in the early identification of health issues and referrals to local facilities.
• Collaborate with ARISE program coordinators and other volunteers to support health initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• MBBS, RN, RM, B.Sc Nursing, or relevant medical qualifications
• At least 2 and above years of clinical experience in healthcare delivery
• A valid medical qualification and practising license (doctor, nurse, midwife, etc.).
• Strong passion for healthcare delivery and improving community health.
• Ability to dedicate at least two sessions per week (about 2–3 hours each).
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to community service.
• Willingness to undergo basic safeguarding and community health training (provided by ARISE).

Language required:

• Fluency in oral and written English is required, and a Native Language of the area would be an added advantage.