Maternal and Child Health Educator in Sierra Leone

Job description

We are looking for U.S. citizens who want to be a part of something bigger and are willing to go the distance to make a difference. Is that you?

In more than 60 countries, Peace Corps Volunteers are putting their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with welcoming host communities – growing, teaching, learning, and making change together.

As a Peace Corps Volunteer, you'll live and work alongside community members on locally prioritized projects, receiving a stipend and other support as you immerse yourself in a new culture. You’ll build relationships, exchange knowledge, and help transform lives for generations.

About the project

Sierra Leone is seeking dedicated individuals who want to build a meaningful professional career in public health or apply their maternal and child health expertise to help reduce the country’s high maternal mortality rates.

The Government of Sierra Leone has made maternal and child health a national priority but still face significant challenges, including a critical shortage of healthcare workers. The country has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world; approximately one woman dies for every 140 live births due to pregnancy or childbirth-related complications. In a bid to address the high maternal mortality rates, the Ministry of Health launched a nationwide campaign, “300 Days of Activism to End Preventable Maternal and Child Deaths,” to reduce preventable deaths and the number of children missing essential vaccinations with the ultimate goal of reaching zero cases. Increased human resources, technical expertise, and health infrastructure is required to meet these goals.

As a Maternal and Child Health Educator, you will build the capacity of skilled health care workers in project development and grant writing skills that will enable them to continue seeking resources long after your service ends. You will serve as a mentor to teens, encouraging them to make healthy and informed choices for their futures.

Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Sierra Leone project page.